Great news! Our rafting trips include a support van (included in the price) 🚐. Group kit, food, tents and other heavy items are transported separately.
Join us for a kayaking trip down the tranquil, picturesque Ros River. Pristine, uncrowded banks, silence, wide stretches of water and unspoilt nature – this is what awaits you. The water journey along the Teptiivka–Stebliv route reveals different facets throughout the day. In the morning: silence, birdsong, mist over the water and a surface as smooth as a mirror; during the day: paddling amidst greenery and small rocks right in the water, swimming in the river; in the evening: calm water, few people and a starry sky. And in season, you can see the true treasure of the Ros River – water lilies. The journey ends in the small, picturesque town of Stebliv.
You can book a bespoke tour or a corporate event for groups of 6 to 150 people on any dates that suit you. Simply get in touch with one of our advisors!
Please note: we also organise other weekend rafting trips near Kyiv. If you haven’t found your preferred date on this river, it may be available on another one. Here is a list of current trips:
And if you’re interested in a rafting trip lasting more than two days, we recommend checking out the Dniester, where trips range from 3 to 7 days.
We select the most interesting stretches of river – with beautiful scenery, convenient spots for resting and spending the night. And most importantly, they’re off the beaten track for other tourists. There are very few water tourists on this stretch; it feels as though the river is all yours.
The route winds through stretches of water covered in water lilies. The peak season is July–August
We do not cancel or reschedule groups. If the consultant has given the go-ahead to buy a ticket, you can go ahead and purchase it. We will not cancel the programme through any fault of our own.
Before setting off, we provide a briefing, supply high-quality equipment and accompany the group along the route.
Our trips don’t require any special preparation — all you need is a desire to relax in the great outdoors.
The group is supported along the route by a support vehicle, which ensures added comfort and helps to organise the trip.
Over 12,000 participants have already taken part in Kuluar, and 97.8% were satisfied. We’re sure you will be too!
We meet in the morning near the Vydubychi metro station, get to know each other, and head to the starting point of the kayak trip. Upon arrival, we prepare our equipment, listen to a briefing, learn how to paddle a kayak, have breakfast, and set off on the water. We then set off at a leisurely pace, stopping for a swim, taking photos and simply enjoying the natural surroundings. In the evening, we set up camp, cook a delicious dinner, chat and gaze at the stars.
Distance to be covered: 10 km
We start the next day with a fragrant cup of coffee and breakfast. If you get up early, you can watch the mist lying right on the river. We get ready and set off on the second part of our route. Today, the river changes character, becoming wider, and treats us to an abundance of water lilies. We head towards the small picturesque town of Stebliv, where, if you wish, you can visit the museum of the Ukrainian writer Ivan Nechuy-Levytskyi, author of the novella ‘The Kaydashev Family’. The rafting trip ends before the Stebliv Hydroelectric Power Station.
Distance to be covered: 16 km
Depending on the weather conditions, the group’s condition and general preferences, the tour leader reserves the right to make changes to the itinerary.
To take part in the hike, you must not have any medical conditions that are incompatible with active tourism: see the list here.
The kayaking trip goes ahead in all weather conditions, except where conditions may pose a risk to participants’ health.
The weather along the route can change quickly, so it’s a good idea to pack for both sunny and rainy conditions. We’ll be spending the nights by the river, so you’ll need mosquito repellent. It can get cool and damp in the evenings and at night, so you’ll need warm clothes for sleeping and for when you’re at camp.
The price of the programme includes our standard three-person Red River kayaks. If you would like a two-person kayak, there is an additional charge of 150 UAH per day of the trip (or 75 UAH per person), and we will reserve a two- or three-person kayak for you, subject to availability.
The group arrives at the campsite at around 6 pm, where the support vehicle is already waiting and preparations are underway: the camp is being set up, tables are being laid out, a fire is burning, and herbal tea is brewing. The team leader and camp manager will help you choose a spot and pitch your tent. Every evening, we plan to sit around the campfire and chat with our new friends.
In the morning, we pack up the tents, the assistant packs the group’s equipment, and we set off for the next overnight stop (applicable for trips of 3 days or more).
You’re probably wondering what we’ll be eating. Let’s get this straight: there’s no need to worry. Many participants say they eat better on the trip than they do at home.
If there are any foods you don’t eat, please be sure to let your consultant know so that the team leader can adjust the menu slightly to suit your needs. We also recommend bringing along a few snacks – such as nuts or sweets.
Please note that the menu shown is for guidance only. Event hosts usually have their own signature dishes, which they love to treat participants to.
Dietary guidelines for vegetarians – if you don’t eat meat, be sure to read this. We explain what we’ll be serving and are offering a 5% discount on our products.
A sample menu for the basic programme (2 to 3 days), which can be adapted for vegetarians or vegans:
| Menu for 3-day rafting trips | ||||||
Day 1 | Breakfast | Buckwheat porridge with mushrooms, chicken, vegetable salad, sauces, bread | ||||
| Lunch (snack) | Sandwiches with cheese, meat, bacon, fresh vegetables, boiled eggs, sauces, herbs, and sweets | |||||
| Dinner | Red borscht with smoked ribs, served with sour cream, bread, lard, sauces and sweets | |||||
Day 2 | Breakfast | Pilaf with meat (chicken), fresh vegetables, herbs, sauces, bread (lavash), sweets | ||||
| Lunch (snack) | Sandwiches with cheese, meat, bacon, fresh vegetables, boiled eggs, sauces, herbs, and sweets | |||||
| Dinner | Meat-based kharcho soup (or bograch), bread, lard, sauces, sweets | |||||
Day 3 | Breakfast | Pasta with hard cheese and sauce, fresh vegetables, herbs, sauces, bread, sweets | ||||
| Lunch (snack) | Sandwiches with cheese, meat, bacon, fresh vegetables, boiled eggs, sauces, herbs, and sweets | |||||
For children aged 3 and under, participation in the trip is free of charge (without a separate seat in the kayak). For children with a seat in the kayak, the discount is 20%. Find out more about discounts.
The main item of additional costs is the transfer from Kyiv to the start of the kayaking trip and back from the finish to Kyiv. The amount depends on the number of participants in the group and factors beyond the club’s control, such as rising fuel prices. There are also optional expenses.
We limit the number of participants in each group. To secure your place, you must pay a deposit of :
Please hand over the remaining amount to the team leader when you meet. Prepayment refund policy and payment methods =>>
