NALIBOKI FOREST
ISLACH RIVER KAYAK TOUR
Individual and group tours
Available dates: by request
NALIBOKI FOREST
ISLACH RIVER KAYAK TOUR
Individual and group tours
Available dates: by request
Islach is one of the most popular rivers for kayaking in Belarus, and it is definitely for a reason! This fast-flowing river with a narrow bed is equally suited for beginners and experienced kayakers. Islach flows through the majestic Naliboki Forest, allowing escape the hassle of the city and enjoy local nature to the fullest!
* all the pictures are taken during our trips
Itinerary
09:00
09:00
Departure from Minsk
Pick-up point: "Kamyennaya Horka" metro station. Travel time: < 1 hour
Our tour guide will accompany you from the moment the journey begins. On the way, you will be able to learn more about the diverse nature and interesting history of the Naliboki Forest.
10:00 - 11:00
10:00 - 11:00
Safety Training
The route is suitable for beginners with no kayaking experience
Upon arrival, our guide will conduct a detailed safety training and teach you everything you should know while kayaking.
11:00 - 13:00
11:00 - 13:00
Kayaking on Islach River
For this trip we have chosen the most wild and picturesque part of the river. Here Islach flows through the Naliboki Forest, the biggest forest of the country and a home for the majority of species that can be found in Belarusian nature. Our tour guide will make sure to draw your attention to the most interesting spots and to share all the impressive facts about local animals and plants.
13:00 - 14:00
13:00 - 14:00
Lunch by the river
We will have a homemade lunch by the river about halfway through the route. This will be the opportunity to get some rest, enjoy the views and have pleasant conversations with fellow travelers.
14:00 - 14:30
14:00 - 14:30
Tyshkevich's Manor and Abandoned Sanatorium
Later we will explore ruins of the Tyshkevich's manor and the abandoned sanatorium "Lesnoye". Along with extraordinary views, these places are drenched with history and full of mysterious stories.
14:30 - 16:30
14:30 - 16:30
Continue Kayaking
The second part of the route will be pretty similar to the first one. High banks covered with fern, quietness of the forest only interrupted with birdsongs, and gentle sun-rays breaking through treetops...
17:00 - 18:00
17:00 - 18:00
Back to Minsk
Provided Gear
You will be provided with all the necessary gear for the trip:
- Double kayak
- Soft seat for your kayak
- Paddle
- Life jacket
- Dry bag

We use polyethylene kayaks with hard reclining backs for all of our kayak tours. We also provide soft seats for greater comfort.
Price
200 BYN
For bookings made more than 14 days before the tour date and for 3+ spots in one booking
230 BYN
The price is valid for bookings made less than 14 days before the tour date.
Included in the price
- trip arrangement and all the necessary gear (a kayak, a paddle, a life jacket, a soft seat, a dry bag)
- homemade lunch by the river
- transfer from and to Minsk by a comfortable minibus
- our guides who will be by your side throughout the entire tour
- mini-tour around the ruins of the Tyshkevich's manor
Not included in the price


-Everything is included! You do not have to worry about anything:)
Not included in the price
-Everything is included! You do not have to worry about anything:)
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