River Tubing on the Arda near Smolyan

Cool off, unwind and spend time outdoors with river tubing on the Arda near Smolyan. Settle into your floating tube, let the gentle current carry you along and enjoy the river canyon from the water. It is a chance to leave everyday stress behind, enjoy a refreshing adventure and share some fun with your partner, family or friends.

A gentle current and canyon scenery

This experience combines relaxation on the water with the pleasure of exploring the scenic surroundings of the Arda River. Come on your own, bring a few friends or gather a larger group. It also makes a thoughtful gift for a partner, a family outing with children or a team-building activity, subject to the age limits and other participation requirements.

The tubing route is 100 metres long. During the activity, you can return to the start and complete up to three runs in total. An instructor stays on site with the participants and supervises their safety.

Meeting point and getting there

The meeting point is in Smolyan, followed by a journey to the river canyon. The drive to the tubing location takes approximately 40 minutes. You need your own transport; an organised transfer is not included.

Arrive at the meeting point 10–15 minutes before your agreed time. This is a group activity and other participants may join you. A voucher does not make the session private to your party.

What is included

• Participation in the Arda River tubing activity for the number of people covered by your chosen package, from one to ten participants.
• A floating tube, helmet and life jacket for each participant.
• A safety briefing lasting 10–15 minutes before the activity.
• An instructor on site with the participants.

Duration and season

The activity has an advertised duration of one hour, while the included package is also described as a two-hour tubing session. These timings differ, so confirm the exact duration with the organiser when arranging your visit.

Sessions run from 15 June to 15 September, on Mondays and Fridays at 5:00 pm. Participation must be requested at least 24 hours in advance.

Who can take part

Participants must be between 8 and 50 years old and weigh no more than 120 kg. Children are welcome within these limits, and anyone under 18 must participate with a parent. The activity is not suitable for pregnant women or people with limited mobility.

What to bring and how to prepare

• You must bring river shoes or sports shoes that can get wet.
• Bring swimwear and a spare set of dry clothes to change into.
• You must call the instructor the day before your visit to check whether the session will go ahead, taking the weather into account.

The activity is weather-dependent. Calling the instructor the previous day is necessary even if you already have an agreed time.

Cancellation conditions

The organiser states that the activity reservation cannot be cancelled; there is no free cancellation option. Please bear this condition in mind when agreeing on a date.

Give someone time on the Arda

Choose an Adventico voucher for yourself or someone who loves water and the outdoors. The voucher is a gift for the experience, not a confirmed booking for a particular date and time. Your visit must be arranged in advance in line with the schedule and operating conditions.