The Cabriel River is a fantastic place to start or repeat with a whitewater rafting rafting in Valencia. It is a unique environment where canyoning addicts or those who love a good canoe ride are also welcome.

On board the raft on the Cabriel River


It is one of the purest water channels in this part of the European continent and, of course, in central Spain, and it is just the right level for you to have a good time with your family with an activity in which they can even participate children. And yes, the Hoces del Cabriel Natural Park is in the Valencian Community, but there is no other place like this to get on the raft just 1 hour from Valencia capital and just 2 and a half hours from Madrid following the A3.

The best whitewater descent near Valencia and a stone's throw from Madrid

Unless you are satisfied with buying a mega float and jumping into the water, which for safety reasons we do not recommend, you will have to put yourself in the hands of someone who knows how to navigate the river. Ruting guarantees the adventure you expect in the most comfortable way because you will start preparing from its facilities for Sale del Moro. This is the closest town to the section of the Cabriel where rafting is done.

Preparing for the rafting session


Keep in mind that they are about to reach 20 years of experience, or as they like to say they have been "guiding adventures since the last century." That's why those who try, repeat, and you will surely soon join this list of satisfied adventurers. Along with personal opinions you will find the official certificates they have obtained, such as the "Q" from Qualitur or integration into the Natural Parks Mark of the Valencian Community.

Once you get to work, you will find the optimal time to cross the river in the summer months. Water releases usually occur between May and October so on dates like July or August the Cabriel is at the perfect point. Added to the descent are extra emotions with the water games and jumps that the instructors will do with you. Ah! and they will explain to you why nature is so special in the area so that you don't just pass by as a spectator.

Raft going down the river bed


From family rafting to an experience with friends

We already have the perfect guides and the ideal place to go rafting, but one of the peculiarities that we like the most about this sport is that it is mandatory to share it. Ruting's rafts They have capacity for 8 people, with one more place for the monitor. You decide who you want to take as companions because the Cabriel does not put restrictions on you in this regard.

The passes of this river are levels between I and III classifying the intensity of its whitewater. They will keep the fun throughout the entire route but also safety no matter what you are like. So if you book the rafting descent for adults, you have the ideal opportunity to surround yourself with your colleagues. However, there are few things more satisfying than spending time with family. That is why the little ones are not left out of this activity if they are at least 4 years old and they pay less than the older ones, which is always good for the pocketbook.

Rafting with kids in Valencia


From the moment you arrive at the activity center in Venta del Moro you will spend a total of 4 hours thinking only about having fun and emptying your mind of everything else. If you are one of those who chooses to take advantage of the morning, the shift from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. is for you. If you prefer to put on your wetsuit after eating, you can do so between 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m..

They spend around 2 hours on the river. The rest of the time is to equip yourself, in addition to the suit that we have mentioned, with the helmet and the vest provided by Ruting. You will also go to the bank of the Cabriel to get on the raft and you will hear what to do once on it. As the instructor will be on board, he will be in charge of coordinating how and where you have to paddle between games and more than one fall into the water, on purpose and if you feel like it.


Adventure leisure with accommodation in the Hoces del Cabriel Natural Park

Ruting's ability to provide you with what you need for an adventure getaway in Valencia goes far beyond rafting. Since you are making the trip, take advantage of every minute because you will not lack options for it. You can dare the Las Chorreras ravine, go on a horseback excursion or play paintball, with children's markers depending on the age of the group if necessary. necessary.

At the waterfall in the ravine


Obviously, if your days are going to be full of adventures, you'll need a good night's rest. You can choose one of their proposals that include full board stay or plan one to suit you. For this, Ruting has its own accommodation, from a rural hostel to full rental houses to have maximum privacy during your trip.

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