4 Water Sports & Rafting in Bulgaria Worth Booking

1.VIP Catamaran 4 hour Activity with Snorkeling in Bulgaria

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 99 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $102Our pick

Sail from Old Nessebar on a four-hour catamaran cruise with resort pickup, a shaded seating area, sundeck, drinks, snacks, lunch, and snorkeling equipment. You can choose a morning or afternoon departure. The stop is suited to swimming and relaxing, though sea visibility and wildlife sightings can vary.

“I’m not sure if we were just lucky and the boat was quieter, but there was plenty of room to move around. Lunch was really good.”

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2.Catamaran Sunset Cruise around Sunny Beach & Nessebar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72Top rated

You board a catamaran near Nessebar for an evening cruise along the Black Sea coast, with views toward Nessebar and Sunny Beach. Expect sparkling wine, snacks, drinks, and a sunset setting, plus pickup from main-road bus stops through the resorts. The boat holds up to 50 people and returns to the meeting point.

“Had such a lovely time on the sunset cruise. All of the staff were extremely polite and helpful, views were stunning and we were also blessed with the presence of a dolphin to top the whole experience. Would definitely recommend”

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3.Private Kayak Tour on the Pancharevo Lake

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $18Best value

Meet your English-speaking guide at Kayak Zone Pancharevo for a safety briefing, paddling lesson, and equipment fitting. Then spend a full hour kayaking on Pancharevo Lake in a private group. The activity lasts about 90 minutes, costs $18.06 per person, and runs daily from May through September.

“I wanted a quick escape from the hustle of the city. From start to finish every aspect of the tour met my expectations. They even gave me additional 30 minutes on the water!! The tour guide was great. His knowledge and passion were evident from the very beginning. Hi provided me with detailed safety instructions and basic paddling technique. Most definitely I will come back again!”

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4.Rafting on Struma River

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $48

Meet at the Rafting BG base near Poleto for a 10 to 12 km Struma River run. Your 2.5 to 3 hour outing includes a safety briefing, transport, neoprene gear, helmet, jacket, PFD, and an instructor. Bring a swimsuit, T-shirt, towel, and flip-flops. Expect river scenery and possible sightings of egrets, cormorants, vultures, and hawks.

“The river didn't carry too much water, so the rapids were unexciting, although the scenery is impressive in itself.”

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