Update! In the 2025 season, our rafting trips will be accompanied by a car. Group things, food, tents and other heavy things are transported separately.
Traveling along the Dniester from Zalishchyky to Khotyn is a route that combines active recreation with immersion in the history and culture of Ukraine. The grandeur of nature and ancient sights will make this trip a memorable one!
The rafting trip starts in Zalishchyky, a wonderful town that is rightfully considered one of the most picturesque places on the map of Ukraine. Then the route passes through one of the most beautiful parts of the Dniester Canyon, where you can see landscapes that change with every turn of the river. At the end of the route, you will find a real historical treasure, the city of Khotyn and its majestic and monumental fortress, which stands on the high bank of the Dniester like an unbreakable guardian of the past. Its walls remember Cossack exploits, battles, and ancient legends. Here you can feel the spirit of the Middle Ages, enjoying the panorama of the river from the height of the bastions.
During the splav we will visit ancient villages with authentic architecture and local customs. The inhabitants of these villages preserve the traditions of their ancestors, passing them down from generation to generation. Local people are always happy to share stories about their land, treat you to delicious homemade cheese, honey or liquor.
Get ready for new impressions and discoveries - rafting on the Dnister from Zalishchyky to Khotyn is waiting for you!
- There is also an option of rafting on another part of the Dniester with access to Bakota for 3 days;
- And most of the dates are offered in our classic version of rafting on the Dniester from 2 to 5 days.
We have our own kayaks that are properly maintained, you get reliable, clean equipment
Rafting becomes more comfortable - group and bulky items, food, drinking water are not loaded into kayaks, but are transported separately in the car
The leader has been working on rivers for many years, rafting with him will be safe and full of interesting stories
A camp assistant works alongside the team leader, so he or she will prepare sandwiches for your arrival at the campsite and then help you set up camp
A consultant will help you prepare for your rafting trip and answer all your questions
We do not cancel or reschedule groups. If the consultant has given you the go-ahead to buy a ticket, you can buy it. The program will not be canceled through our fault.
Over the course of the club's work, we have developed an algorithm that allows us to organize programs with the highest quality. You can see for yourself by applying for participation.
More than 25,000 participants have already gone with Kuluar and 97.8% were satisfied. We are sure you will be too!
The group meets at the railway station in Zalishchyky, where they have their first meeting with the instructor. For those who need a tent, sleeping bag or mat, the necessary equipment can be rented by prior reservation.
After morning coffee and breakfast, we take a hike to the observation deck in the village of Khreshchatyk. From there, you can see the town, which is located on a peninsula, surrounded by the river on almost all sides, forming a giant bend - a meander. We also visit the Khreshchatyk Monastery and a rock monastery in a travertine cliff on the slopes of the Dniester.
After returning to the river, we prepare the boats and start our rafting. Along the way, we will see rocky banks with stone cornices of original shapes - the "Kasperov Sphinxes". After passing the village of Kulivtsi, we stop at a steep slope where springs flow and young travertine is formed. In sunny weather, the slope acquires a reddish tint.
Continuing on our way, we pass the beginning of the Seretu River. Along its banks here, if you look carefully under your feet, you can find prints or fossilized remains of ancient fauna. Before the village of Zozulintsy, on the slopes of the left bank, we visit a chapel with a spring and a hermit's grotto. In Doroshivtsi, we see a chapel, a waterfall, and a ferry crossing stretched on the towers of an ancient bridge destroyed during World War I. Outside the village we set up camp for the night.
Rafting in a day: 24 km
After breakfast, we continue our water trip. The canyon of this section of the Dniester is rugged and less forested, composed of gray sandstones and limestone cliffs, and wild islands are occasionally encountered along the route.
On this day we will see several ferry crossings.
Behind the village of Synkiv there is a good spring where we will collect water.
Up to the village of Mytkiv, the shores are quite gentle. Beyond Mytkiv, the rocky right bank again gains its usual height and gray color. Here is the so-called "Mytkiv wall".
A few kilometers below Kolodribka is the high wall of the left bank, which moves inland, revealing instead sprawling meadows. There is a ferry crossing here, below which, on the right bank, there is a beautiful outcrop, behind which the village of Samushyn begins.
In front of the village of Samushyn we camp for the night.
Rafting in a day: 22 km
This day promises to be very interesting and intense, as the route passes through unique geological and botanical sights, and takes you to places where history and nature intertwine with extraordinary power.
Starting from Samushyn, the Dnister River gently carries you forward. The first interesting stop will be the village of Onut. Beyond the village, if you wish, you can climb the steep right bank to the Balamutiv Cave, one of the largest caves in Ukraine, which is famous for its rock paintings.
After visiting the cave, the path continues in the direction of the village of Ustia. On its left bank, the Nadustianskyi site, a botanical attraction that impresses with its beauty, opens up before it. Here, on a rocky outcrop, you can see numerous species of plants that grow only in this place.
Beyond the village, the left bank rises up, approaching the village of Khudykivtsi. On the outskirts of the village there is a valuable geological monument - the Khudykivska Stanka tract.
We stop for a parking lot in front of the village of Vilkhovets.
Rafting for the day: 25 km
Today's route runs through a sparsely populated and relatively unknown section of the Dniester.
Starting from Vilkhovets, we walk along a leisurely stream. After passing Zelena Lipa, we come across villages on the banks that seem to be hidden among the hills. The area of Ruhotyn with a large island is particularly noteworthy. Soon, the last houses of the village of Dnistrove appear on the horizon.
Approaching the village of Zvenyhorod, the shore becomes higher, revealing huge rock formations. This place is a geological landmark. We make a stop to explore it and climb up to the church on the hill. It offers a wonderful view.
Beyond the village of Rashkiv, the river gently turns to the left, revealing even more massive rocks. Their gray stone walls contrast with the green hills and meadows. On the opposite bank is the village of Trubchyn.
Approaching the village, we stop for the night. Evening campfire, the sound of the river and the stars overhead will complete this busy day.
Rafting during the day: 22 km
Along the way, you will see the village of Okopy, the last settlement in the Ternopil region. Here, the Zbruch River flows into the Dniester, which serves as a natural boundary between Khmelnytskyi and Ternopil regions. In the village, we will visit the fortress "Trenches of the Holy Trinity", which once served as an important defense point and today is a witness to historical events.
After a tour of the fortress, we continue our journey, admiring the picturesque views. Soon, another left tributary, the Zhvanchyk River, flows into the Dniester. Passing under the high-voltage power lines, we can already see the silhouette of the Khotyn fortress on the right bank. This fortress is a unique architectural monument. Its high walls and centuries-old history evoke the heroic battles of the past. A visit to the Khotyn Fortress will be the culmination of this day.
After exploring the fortress, we will make the last crossing of the Dniester. On the opposite bank, in the village of Braga, we finish our five-day rafting trip. At approximately 17:00, after collecting the kayaks, we will say goodbye to the Kuluar Splav team and transfer to Kamianets-Podilskyi.
Rafting in a day: 22 km
Depending on the weather conditions, condition and general wishes of the group, the instructor has the right to make changes to the route.
To participate in the hike, you must have no illnesses incompatible with active tourism.
The program price includes our standard three-person kayaks.
If you prefer a two-person kayak, there is an additional charge of 150 UAH per day of rafting (or 75 UAH per person).
We will reserve a two- or three-person kayak for you, depending on availability.
The group arrives at the place of overnight stay at approximately 18:00, where the escort car is already there and the process of setting up the camp, tables, fire, and herbal tea is underway. The team leader and the camp manager will help you choose a place and set up your tent. Every evening we plan to sit around the campfire and chat with new friends.
In the morning, we pack up the tents, and the assistant packs up the group's equipment and leaves for the next place to spend the night.
You are probably wondering what we will eat on the trip. Let us reassure you that there is no need to worry. Many participants say that they eat better on the trip than they do at home. The menu consists mainly of simple meals such as porridge and soups. Do not expect gourmet delicacies (although they may be available).
If you don't eat certain foods, be sure to let the manager know so that the trip leader can adjust the menu a little for you. We also recommend bringing some snacks with you, such as nuts or sweets. Your appetite will be much better on the trip than at home.
Please note that the menu presented is approximate. Team leaders usually have their own signature dishes that they like to treat participants to.
Special dietary requirements for vegetarians — if you do not eat meat, be sure to read this. We will tell you how we will feed you and give you a 5% discount on our products.
Approximate menu for the basic camp, with the possibility of adaptation for vegetarians or vegans:
| Menu of 3-day rafting trips | ||||||
1 day | Breakfast | Buckwheat porridge with champignons, chicken, vegetable salad, sauces, bread | ||||
| Lunch (snack) | Sandwiches with cheese, meat, bacon, fresh vegetables, boiled eggs, sauces, greens, sweets | |||||
| Вечеря | Red borscht with smoked ribs, sour cream, bread, bacon, sauces, sweets | |||||
2 day | Breakfast | Pilaf with meat (chicken), fresh vegetables, greens, sauces, bread (pita bread), sweets | ||||
| Lunch (snack) | Sandwiches with cheese, meat, bacon, fresh vegetables, boiled eggs, sauces, greens, sweets | |||||
| Вечеря | Harcho meat soup, bread, bacon, sauces, sweets | |||||
3 day | Breakfast | Pasta with hard cheese and sauce, fresh vegetables, greens, sauces, bread, sweets | ||||
| Lunch (snack) | Sandwiches with cheese, meat, bacon, fresh vegetables, boiled eggs, sauces, greens, sweets | |||||
The cost of participation per person in multi-day water hikes with overnight stays in tents, meals, car escort and camp organization: 8750 UAH
For children under 3 years old (inclusive), participation in the trip is free (without providing a separate seat in the kayak). Children with a seat in the kayak - 20%. More information about discounts
There are also optional expenses. Participants buy dried porcini mushrooms, souvenirs, and sometimes have dinner in a restaurant. We recommend bringing at least UAH 300 with you. The maximum is up to you.
We limit the number of participants in the group. In order to reserve a place for you, you must make an advance payment in the amount of :
We give the rest of the amount to the team leader when we meet. Prepayment refund terms and payment methods =>>
