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Zakopane Traditional Dunajec Rafting and Mountain Chairlift

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Overview

Start your journey with a visit to Czorsztyn Castle, beautifully set by the lake and rich in history.

Next, stop at a traditional Bacówka (shepherd's hut) to taste regional treats like oscypek cheese and experience local highlander culture.

Then, enjoy a scenic rafting trip down the Dunajec River on traditional wooden rafts. As you float through Pieniny National Park, admire views of the Three Crowns and Sokolica peaks, while local raftsmen share stories and legends.

After rafting, relax in Szczawnica with a taste of its famous healing waters, known for their mineral content and health benefits.

Continue with a chairlift ride to the top of Palenica Mountain (722 m), offering panoramic views of the Pieniny, Beskid Sądecki, and Dunajec Valley. Take a break at the mountaintop restaurant with a drink and the view.

End the day in Szczawnica’s charming main square — full of cafes, shops, and local delicacies — perfect for a stroll and some souvenir shopping.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup & drop off
  • Spare time on main square in Szczawnica
  • 2,5 hours Dunajec rafting
  • Dinner
  • Drinks
  • Tips
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup is available from your address in Zakopane. The time given in your reservation is approximate. Our driver will contact you one day before the tour around 8PM to confirm the exact pick up time.

What To Expect

Zakopane

Pick up (Zakopane) - The driver will pick you up from the place in Zakopane that you chose when making your reservation. Wait for him in front of the hotel / apartment main entrance at the agreed time (or better a few minutes earlier).
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Zakopane

Transfer to Szczawnica - Sit back and admire the typical Polish landscapes.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Czorsztyn Castle

The castle was built on a rock called Castle Mountain (588 meters above sea level), rising on the left bank of the Dunajec Valley. It is located about 50 meters above the surface of the current Czorsztyn Lake.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Pieniny National Park

Stop at "Bacówka" (shepherd's cabin) - On your way to Szczawnica, you will visit the place where one of the most unique cheeses in the world is made. Highlanders - local settlers, famous for their manual production of "oscypek". It is a type of smoked cheese made from sheep's milk. The wooden houses where this cheese is produced are called "Bacówki". In such a small wooden hut you will be able to try different types of this cheese with different degrees of smoking, as well as learn how it is made.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Czarny Dunajec

Dunajec rafting - A rafting trip through the Dunajec Gorge in Szczawnica, where you can admire the picturesque landscapes of the Pieniny National Park on traditional rafts steered by experienced rafters. The rafting route leads through charming spots, offering views of the Three Crowns and Sokolica peaks, while the rafters entertain with stories about the region and its traditions.
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1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pijalnia Wod Leczniczych Uzdrowisko Szczawnica

Healing waters - The spa waters in Szczawnica are known for their healing properties, rich in minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and iron. They are used in the treatment of respiratory, digestive, and rheumatic conditions. Taste each one and experience their unique benefits.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Palenica

Palenica Mountain Chairlift - The chairlift ride to Palenica is one of the main attractions in Szczawnica, taking tourists to an altitude of 722 meters above sea level. The lift offers spectacular views of the Pieniny Mountains, Beskid Sądecki, and the Dunajec Valley. At the top, there is a viewpoint and a restaurant where you can enjoy a drink while admiring the beautiful scenery.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Szczawnica

Main square - the heart of Szczawnica - The main square in Szczawnica is the vibrant heart of the town, featuring numerous restaurants, pastry shops, and souvenir stalls. It is the perfect place for a stroll, where you can try local delicacies, buy handmade souvenirs, and enjoy the charming atmosphere of this picturesque spa town. The square is surrounded by historic buildings, adding to its unique character and ambiance.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Zakopane

Transfer to Zakopane - Relax on the ride back to Zakopane in the afternoon, where the tour concludes with drop-off back at your original departure point.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Zakopane Traditional Dunajec Rafting and Mountain Chairlift?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Zakopane Traditional Dunajec Rafting and Mountain Chairlift?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Hotel pickup & drop off.
  • Spare time on main square in Szczawnica.
  • 2,5 hours Dunajec rafting.
  • Transfers (Zakopane -Szczawnica- Zakopane).
  • Visiting the oldest traditional mountain hut. Highlander cheese & regional alcohol tasting.
  • Ticket to Palenica Mountain Chairlift.
  • Entrance ticket to the hidden castle - Czorsztyn.
  • Visit to the spa water drinking hall with tasting.
  • English - speaking driver.
The following is NOT included:
  • Dinner.
  • Drinks.
  • Tips.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Zakopane Traditional Dunajec Rafting and Mountain Chairlift is as follows:

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Zakopane Traditional Dunajec Rafting and Mountain Chairlift will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Hotel pickup & drop off
  • Spare time on main square in Szczawnica
  • 2,5 hours Dunajec rafting
  • Transfers (Zakopane -Szczawnica- Zakopane)
  • Visiting the oldest traditional mountain hut. Highlander cheese & regional alcohol tasting
  • Ticket to Palenica Mountain Chairlift
  • Entrance ticket to the hidden castle - Czorsztyn
  • Visit to the spa water drinking hall with tasting
  • English - speaking driver
  • Dinner
  • Drinks
  • Tips

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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