Iskar Lake Kayaking Tour

49 € / per person

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Iskar Dam is the largest water reservoir in Bulgaria located 50 to 80 kilometers away from the capital city of Sofia. It was built in the 1960’s to supply the capital with water from the nearby mountain of Rila (its name means “a lot of water”). It’s South shore is located along the scenic road to Samokov and Borovets ski resort and it is more inhabited due to its ease of access. Its Northern shore offers wonderful green fields, forests, beaches and also an animal reserve where wild animals and birds roam free. People have very limited access to this area except by boat.and Today it offers perfect possibilities for water sports

Iskar Dam, the largest water reservoir in Bulgaria, is situated 50 to 80 kilometers from Sofia, providing a vital water supply from the nearby Rila Mountain. Constructed in the 1960s, the dam’s southern shore is easily accessible and home to scenic views, including the road to Samokov and the Borovets ski resort, making it more populated. In contrast, the northern shore is known for its lush green fields, forests, and beaches, offering a more serene and untouched environment. Additionally, the area features an animal reserve where wild animals and birds roam freely, although access is restricted and mostly limited to boat trips. Today, Iskar Dam is a popular destination for water sports, making it a perfect spot for both relaxation and adventure.

Quick information

Duration:

Start: 9:00 h
End: 18:00 h

Accessibility

Yes, fairly accessible

Driving time:

3 h approximately

Important:

Appropriate shoes or sandals, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, bottle of water

Difficulty:

Easy

Recommended period:

May – September

Overview

Itinerary

Iskar Lake Kayaking Tour

The North shore is about 80 km away from Sofia and the trip takes slightly over an hour. Upon arrival at the lake we will prepare the kayak for the trip along the shore where we will observe nothing but wild nature and animals. Depending on the season we can have lunch in a nearby restaurant where they cook one of the best fish soups we have ever tried. In the afternoon we can reach the shore across from our arrival point and enjoy a beautiful sandy beach. We paddle back to the minibus where we will prepare for our journey back to Sofia.

More details

Iskar Lake Overview

Activity map

Departure point

Departure point for this tour is from your hotel or accommodation within Sofia city limits. You will be notified for the exact pick up time from our agents approximately 2 days before your tour.

Prices

Iskar Lake Kayaking Tour

Premium single kayak equipment available now upon request and subject to 20€ surcharge per person!

Included:

Transfer to/from your hotel/accommodation in Sofia
Kayak rental
Equipment (kayak, spay deck, waterproof jacket, gloves)
Instructor (English speaking)
GoPro video clip and pictures during your paddling tour

Not included:

Personal expenses
Meals

Private option +30%. Children (1-16yrs) 20% discount.

Prices:

1 person

149 €

2 persons

79 € Per person

3 persons

69 € Per person

4 – 8 persons

59 € Per person

9 – 18 persons

49 € Per person

Reviews

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   Declan Dowd 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Stefan was great! We were in a pinch and he drove us all the way to the airport. The tour its self was very well run and smooth. Couldn’t recommend more.
  
 
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   Aidan Boyle 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Stefan was very good, and very knowledgeable, tour also ran a bit late, and he did what he did to help us get to our flight. Thank you
  
 
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   Jack Turek 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great guy. Stefan rushed us to the airport giving us a chance to make our flight home. Great service.
  
 
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   Jordan Wright 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The tour was really good. The spa and pool was exception recommend to anyone who doesn't know where to go.
  
 
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   Galena Donovan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The trip was very interesting and leisurely attractive.  Rila monastery is absolutely stunning and then we enjoyed the hottest  thermal baths and swimming pools. What a lovely day!
  
 
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   Alayla Castle-Herbert 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a really good day trip to Nis with this company. It was very organised with excellent communication beforehand and during, and smooth comfortable travelling in the vehicle. It was really interesting to visit all the different locations and learn a bit more about the history, even though some of it wasn’t always pleasant such as the visit to the concentration camp. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly and gave a good mix of background information while also letting us find out more and explore the sites themselves, as well as going out of his way to make aure we had places we could eat/exchange money/pay with card in Nis itself.
  
 
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   דוד קדם 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It is evident that Philip, the guide, is very knowledgeable.
An excellent driver, friendly, and with a sense of humor.
We really enjoyed the tour and the sites we visited.
  
 
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   Magdalena Zając 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Belogradchik was breathtaking! We received clear instructions before the trip and had just enough time to enjoy the sites
  
 
  
  
 
 
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