Kayak along the Volga River

There’s a mirror-like water surface all around, reeds are whispering and water lilies are blooming silently…  Silence and calmness… And then you start swimming against the current. 😅

But it's ok, there's a professional nearby, he’ll tell you how to keep your back straight and how to row ergonomically. And he’ll pour you a punch drink while stopping for a short break on one of the islands between Saratov and Engels.

How to grab an oar?

🛶 You can get to Saratov by anything - there are options for every taste and budget. You just have to choose: plane, train, bus or car.

🛶 In summer, you can even sail to Saratov! The city stands on the Volga, with motor ships departing from Volga Region’s major ports, as well as from Rostov-on-Don and Moscow.

🛶 Our partners from @volgakayak offer a wide variety of routes. You can catch the dawn fog near Saratov at 5 am or you can kayak farther and longer (we advise this!). For example, see the fields with water lilies!

🛶 Before rafting, there’ll be an introductory lesson, where you’ll be explained safety rules: how to sit and work with an oar in order not to roll over and what to do if it happens… Spoiler: always wear a lifejacket!

🛶 Rafting is family-friendly, so take your kids with you, they’ll love this adventure!