Upper Ebro Rafting — 9 km descent from Montesclaros to Aldea del Ebro
Upper Ebro Rafting — 9 km descent from Montesclaros to Aldea del Ebro
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The Upper Ebro between Montesclaros and Aldea del Ebro is one of the most iconic rafting descents in Cantabria. Nine kilometres of Grade III, ideal for those who want real excitement without any prior experience.
Guaranteed flow from June to September thanks to the Ebro reservoir, and water temperatures reaching 22 °C. A semi-regulated river with large pools for swimming between rapids.
- Level 2 — Beginner · from age 6 with a companion
- 9 km · rapids El Molino, La Lupera, El Gol and more
- Picnic + digital photo report · water at 22 °C in summer
📍 Meeting point: Barrio de Arroyo 49, 39213 Montesclaros (Arroyo), Cantabria, Spain – View on map
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Included in the price
What the experience feels like
Families: rafting accessible from age six with a companion. Parents and children in the same raft, manageable rapids and a picnic at the end. The shared adventure that few family plans can match.
Couples: nine kilometres of river with time to talk between rapids. A relaxed version of rafting with a gastronomic finish, on one of the few rivers in northern Spain with guaranteed flow all summer.
Groups of friends: the raft puts everyone on equal footing. Manageable rapids, nothing brutal and a group picnic to close the day. Suitable even for those who have never rafted before.
Reservation and cancellation policy
What is included in the RocRoi experience?
- Activity equipment (wetsuit, buoyancy aid, helmet, neoprene shoes, paddle)
- Licensed instructor
- Free parking
- Picnic included
- Digital photo report (valued at €40)
- Transport from the meeting point
- Accident insurance
- Civil liability insurance
- Cancellation Policy: Up to 5 days before: full refund. Up to 48 hours before: change the date or switch to an «ADVENTURE voucher».
Difficulty of the activity
What to bring
For your comfort and safety, we recommend bringing:
- Swimwear
- Closed neoprene shoes or footwear that can get wet
- Lycra or rash guard (in winter, a thermal base layer)
What to bring
Practical details
A 9 km descent on the Upper Ebro between Montesclaros and Aldea del Ebro. Suitable for beginners with good general fitness. Basic technique is taught in the pre-activity briefing and a licensed instructor accompanies the group throughout the route.
- Minimum age without companion: 16 years
- Minimum age with companion: 6 years
- Total duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Actual time on the water: between 1 hour 45 minutes and 2 hours (depending on flow)
- Best season: June to late September. Reservoir-regulated flow — operational all summer.
- Physical condition: normal. Swimming ability is required.
- Attitude: willingness to get wet, team paddling and enjoyment of the river.
Book your Upper Ebro rafting — guaranteed flow all summer and picnic included.
Who can perform this activity
FAQs
Is the descent difficult?
No. It is Level 2 — Beginner with Grade III rapids, ideal for beginners with good general fitness. Basic technique is taught in the pre-activity briefing and a licensed instructor accompanies the group throughout.
What is the best time of year?
June to late September. The Upper Ebro’s flow is regulated by the Ebro reservoir, so river conditions are reliable all summer and the water temperature can reach 22 °C.
Can children take part?
Yes. The minimum age is 6 years with an adult companion and 16 years without a companion. Swimming ability is essential.
How long does the descent take?
The total duration of the activity is approximately 3 hours 30 minutes, of which between 1 hour 45 minutes and 2 hours are spent on the rafting descent itself, depending on the river’s flow.
What equipment is provided?
We provide wetsuit, buoyancy aid, helmet, neoprene shoes and paddle. You just need to bring swimwear and a lycra or rash guard (a thermal base layer in winter).
