Paddling on the Danube river branch in Bratislava

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover the enchanting atmosphere of Bratislava with a unique paddling experience on the tranquil branch of the Danube in Karlova Ves. Guided and you’ll learn the basics of kayaking while soaking in the stunning views. This activity is perfect for all ages and skill levels, ensuring everyone feels at ease on the water. As the sun sets, keep an eye out for beavers and other wildlife in their natural habitat for a memorable evening adventure. This activity is often a highlight of visiting the city of Bratislava. If you are already a skilled kayaker, we also offer boat rentals in our center.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

kayak, canoe, paddles, water proof skirt and possibly a raincoat in the rainy weather

What To Expect

Paddling takes place in the Karloveské branch of the Danube, guided by an experienced instructor. At the start of each session, the guide explains the basics and shows you how to get into the kayak. You'll prepare the boats together. Bathrooms and changing rooms are available. These events are open to everyone — even complete beginners. Once you're settled in your kayak, you’ll begin exploring the beautiful area while learning the basics of kayaking. Along the way, you might spot beavers and other local wildlife. The beavers come out when the sun sets, usually, so there is a higher chance of seeing them in the evening. On hot days, bring your swimsuit — there’s a chance to take a refreshing swim at the island!

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Paddling on the Danube river branch in Bratislava

Reviews

3.00

2 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A great introduction to kayaking and a different view of Bratislava
CathK-72,
Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had a fantastic time kayaking on the Danube with Nina. She was a great instructor who explained what I needed to do and why it was important. The two hours went by very quickly and I finished the session feeling confident kayaking and having had a brilliant time.
Not organized, would like partial refund
Wind G,
Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00
We booked online in the morning, hoping to kayak that afternoon. The online chat said we could arrive at any time all day until they closed and we’d get the kayaks for three hours. When we arrived around 2 pm, there was no one at the building. We called the contact number and the person said he was driving to Croatia and would call us back. We waited 15 minutes. A few other tourists then arrived with canoes. They said they knew the owners personally, and when they called the owners we found out we were the very first people to ever book with Viator and the system was not in place to help us. We then spoke on the phone with a different woman who said she would try to get us a refund, but she never called me back or emailed me. The other tourists who knew the owners asked to see our booking confirmation, then said we could borrow the kayaks for a few hours on our own. We did that, but didn’t get a guided tour. Very expensive and unorganized. If the other tourists hadn’t been there I’d be out $100 with nothing to show for it. The woman on the phone was apologetic and nice but I would still like a refund of at least part of what I paid, considering we didn’t get the experience described. The other tourists we met were quite kind and helpful and even gave us snacks! And we did get to kayak, which was great, but it was frustrating overall.