Things to do in

West Macedonia

Get picked up from your hotel in Meteora, in Kastraki, Kalabaka or Trikala. Enjoy a scenic drive through beautiful landscapes until you reach the river bed, where the group will gear up and wear rafting suits. The experienced crew will give you an introductory lesson and go over safety rules and techniques. Then you are ready to begin with the adventure in this unique natural environment: Imposing rock formations, beautiful river waters with great rapids will make the experience unforgettable. Jump from cliffs to the cold water, swim, and have fun as the boat takes you safely along the river. At the end of the rafting cruise, you will be offered a nutritious picnic with traditional Greek pies. After changing back to your dry clothes, relax with your return in the minivan to your hotel.

Explore the Bear Conservation Area, the Bear Information Center, the Wolf and Lynx Conservation Area and Information Center with this ticket and guided tour of the Arcturos International Environmental Center in Nymfaio. Take your guided tour of each conservation area and information center on the same day or on different days within a month's time. View bears, wolves and lynxes that can't be reintroduced because they were illegally held, injured, or orphaned. Discover how the facilities work to help these majestic creatures and find out more about the ecology of the area. Hike thorugh a beech forest and admire the area's rich biodiversity. Have the chance to walk thorugh the charming village of Nymfaio.