Family Rafting Grade 2 in Voss: Beginner Rapids

Paddle the Raundal River with your family through Grade II rapids, then float the calm pools between

Family rafting on the Raundal River near Voss in Norway combines beginner-friendly Grade II rapids with calm stretches, led by a certified international guide. The tour runs 3 hours total, with roughly 1.5 hours spent paddling and floating on the water. All gear (raft, paddles, life jacket, splash jacket, wetsuit and neoprene shoes) is included, along with safety instruction on land and paddling tips for future trips. Children from age 5 are welcome. The starting point sits less than 15 minutes' drive from the base.

The experience

The Raundal River near Voss is built for families new to rafting. You'll paddle through Grade II whitewater (waves and small drops that move fast but stay manageable), then coast through pools where you can catch your breath and look around. A certified River Rafting Guide leads the whole group, teaching paddling technique before you launch and staying with you throughout. The guide also handles safety briefings on land and on the water, so you know what to expect before the raft hits the current.

The 3-hour booking breaks down as roughly 1.5 hours on the river itself, with the rest covering transport from the base, gear setup, safety instruction and the paddle back. The starting point is less than 15 minutes' drive away, so you're not spending half the day in a van. All equipment comes with the tour: inflatable raft, paddles, life jacket, splash jacket, wetsuit and neoprene shoes. You work as a team to navigate the rapids, but the Grade II difficulty means no prior experience is needed, and kids from age 5 can join.

What’s included

• Inflatable raft, paddles, life jacket, splash jacket, wetsuit and neoprene shoes.
• certified international River Rafting Guide leading the whole trip.
• safety instruction on land and on water.
• paddling technique tips.
• transport in and out of the river from the base.

Before you book

Days and timesFridayDeparts at 14:30Last departure this season: 31 Oct

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AgesAdult (18 to 80 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Outdoor Norway

Is this one for you?The 3-hour commitment leaves room for other activities earlier or later in your day, and the 1.5 hours on the water keeps the intensity manageable for small children and first-time paddlers.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (5 to 12 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I take my five-year-old on this rafting trip?

Children from age 5 are welcome on the Raundal River tour. The Grade II rapids are designed for families and beginners, and your child will wear a life jacket and splash jacket throughout.

What's included in the family rafting price?

The tour includes the inflatable raft, paddles, life jacket, splash jacket, wetsuit and neoprene shoes; a certified guide leading the whole trip; safety instruction on land and water; paddling technique tips; and transport in and out of the river from the base.

How much time do we actually spend paddling on the water?

Approximately 1.5 hours of the 3-hour tour is spent on the Raundal River itself. The rest covers the short drive to the start point, gear setup, safety briefing and the paddle back.

What does Grade II whitewater feel like for someone who's never rafted before?

Grade II rapids move quickly with waves and small drops, but they're manageable for beginners and families. You'll paddle through the whitewater sections, then float calm pools in between where you can relax and take in the scenery.

Do I need to tell the guide about any health conditions before we start?

Yes. Before your trip, inform the guide of any medical conditions like asthma or epilepsy so they can adjust the experience if needed. There's also a weight limit of 120 kg per person.