Sap-board rafting in the Orel region

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An interesting water route, during which you can enjoy rafting on a Sap-board along a picturesque river and see interesting sights of Central Russia.

An ancient settlement and an ancient monastery will dilute the days of rafting with an immersion in history.

If you like to spend your weekends actively outdoors, but prefer the comfort of hiking, then this tour is just for you.

Location

Oryol region, Mtsensk

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Tour highlights

An exciting alloy

Go rafting on a river with a changeable character: the deep riverbed is suddenly replaced by rapid rifts and shallow water

Campfire conversations

Spend time in pleasant conversations under the crackle of a campfire away from the hustle and bustle of the city

Educational recreation

We will explore the ancient settlement of Novosil and the Holy Spirit Monastery.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Meeting and accommodation in glamping
16:34 Departure from Moscow from Kursky railway station by Lastochka electric train No. 727.
Tickets go on sale 90 days before the date of the trip.
Tickets must be purchased in advance independently at the long-distance ticket offices or on the Russian Railways website to the Mtsensk station.
From 19:00 arrival at glamping by private vehicle.
20:11 Meeting with an instructor at the railway station in Mtsensk (on the square near the monument train "Armored train Base").
Transfer to the river bank.
Accommodation in glamping.
21:30 Late dinner. An evening of campfire dating.

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Day 2 - The beginning of the rafting, excursion to Novosil
09:00 Breakfast at the glamping cafe.
10:30 Transfer to the starting point of the rafting.
11:00 a.m. We receive a safety briefing and practical classes on the basics of rowing under the guidance of an instructor.
The beginning of the rafting. We set off (10 km).
15:00 Return to the camp.
Lunch at the glamping cafe.
16:00 Walking tour to Novosil with a visit to the local history museum of the city.
After the rafting, we will take a trip to the past, visiting the ancient settlement in Novosil. There are traces of an earthen rampart on the high bank of the Zushi River.
In the 12th century, this city was considered one of the largest and fortified points of Russia at that time.
Local historians claim that Novosil was founded by nomadic Khazars in 874, and is one of the oldest cities in Russia.
And only in 1155, in a historically reliable source, the chronicle, we find the first mention of Novosil, associated with the stay of the wife of the Grand Duke of Kiev Yuri Dolgorukov, Olga Grechanka, who hid in it from the constant raids on Kiev by foreigners.
The cultural layer in the settlement is up to 1.5 m, and contains deposits of the XII–XIII centuries.
19:00 Dinner at glamping cafe.
21:00 Games and entertainment around the campfire.

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Day 3 - Excursion to the settlement of Novosil, continuation of the rafting, departure
09:00 Breakfast at the glamping cafe.
10:30 a.m. Continuation of rafting on the river (11 km).
You will slide on carpets of yellow water lilies, and under your boot, in crystal clear water, there will be schools of curious fish. Zusha is constantly winding, revealing a new view at every turn: steep picturesque slopes, ancient limestone outcrops, reminiscent of fantasy scenery.
Inspection of the Holy Spirit Monastery.
During our trip, we will stop in the village of Zadushnoye, where the Holy Spirits Monastery stands on the high bank of the Zusha.
It is one of the oldest Orthodox monasteries in Russia and is located on the so-called "Lithuanian Gentry", along which hordes of invaders and robbers came from the West to Russia.
This has led to its important strategic importance in the past. The Holy Spirit Monastery was first documented in 1619, but according to legend, it was founded in the 12th century by Hieromonk Abraham, a disciple of the Holy Martyr Kuksha.
The monastery looks spectacular from the surface of the river, reflected in the waters of the Zusha. We will spend time on the water until lunch, looking at the limestone outcrops and picturesque slopes along the shores, swimming on rocky beaches.
14:00 The end of the rafting.
15:00 Lunch at the glamping cafe after completing the route.
17:30 Departure to the railway station of Mtsensk.
19:09 Departure from Mtsensk by express electric train to Moscow (train No. 726 "Swallow").
Tickets must be purchased in advance at the long-distance ticket offices or on the Russian Railways website.
22:48 Arrival in Moscow at Kursky railway station.

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Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Tour organizer's comments

Activities on this tour will be possible for beginners, the tour is suitable for people without special physical training.

Route length: 21 km.

Accommodation

Camp Site

2 nights

Comfort

Basic
Basic+

The tour provides a choice of accommodation in glamping or in two- and three-person tents.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation and age of the participant:

	May	June – August	september
Eco-house with room facilities (at the top of the slope) № 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (2-3-4-local accommodation)
Adult	23 900	25 900	23 900
The child is 7-12 years old	21 900	23 900	21 900
Single occupancy	33 900	35 900	33 900
SOUTH tent with room facilities (at the top of the slope) No. 6, 7, 8, 9 (2-3-bed accommodation)
Adult	21 900	23 900	21 900
The child is 7-12 years old	19 900	21 900	19 900
Single occupancy	30 900	32 900	30 900
Prisma tent without room facilities (on a slope) (2-bed accommodation)
Adult	17 900	19 900	17 900
The child is 7-12 years old	16 900	17 900	16 900
Single occupancy	22 900	24 900	22 900
Camping tent TRAMP LAIR (2-, 3-bed accommodation)
Adult	15 900	17 900	15 900
The child is 7-12 years old	14 900	16 900	14 900
Single occupancy	18 900	20 900	18 900

Glamping "Alloy of Elements" is located in the city of Novosil, Orel region.

Guests are offered accommodation in cozy tents equipped with sleeping places and a toilet room with a water heater. The tent overlooks the river. There is a cafe with three meals a day on the territory of the glamping. There is a refrigerator for storing food.

Placement options:

Eco-house with room amenities, at the top of the slope (2-3-4-bed accommodation) – the house has: a large terrace with 2 armchairs and a view of the river, orthopedic mattresses on the beds, separate shower and bathroom with underfloor heating, shampoo, shower gel, soap, hygiene kit, microwave, refrigerator, kettle, dishes and cutlery, set of towels, hairdryer, ceramic heaters, climate control system, clothes hangers, armchair bag, sofa bed, Wifi.

Tent "SOUTH" with room amenities, at the top of slope No. 6, 7, 8, 9 – 2-3-bed accommodation is possible in the tent: they can be installed as 2 or 3 single beds, or as one large double, additional.the place is a single bed, a folding armchair or a sofa. The tent has everything you need for a comfortable stay: orthopedic mattresses, a shower and a bathroom, shampoo, shower gel, soap, a microwave, a set of towels, a hair dryer, a kettle, a refrigerator, a heater, dishes and cutlery, electric sheets with heating, a heat gun, sockets for charging equipment, hangers for clothes, an armchair-the bag.

The Prisma tent, without room amenities, on a slope (2-bed accommodation) – located by the Zusha River and is a frame-tent structure mounted on a wooden podium and has an outdoor terrace. The entrance to each tent is individual. The tent has orthopedic mattresses on the beds, a set of towels, electric sheets with heating, sockets for charging equipment, hangers for clothes. A sanitary unit with showers and toilets is located on the campsite. There is a cafe with 24-hour access, where you can use a kettle with hot water and a refrigerator.

Camping is a large well–maintained area for a tent city with a capacity of up to 100 tents. The campsite is equipped with a sanitary unit with showers and toilets.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 4 to 40 tourists

Minimum age

6 years old

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

Oryol region, Mtsensk

Included in price

transfer from Mtsensk to the beginning of the route, from the end point of the route to the railway station of Mtsensk;
accommodation in the selected accommodation category;
comprehensive meals according to the program;
rental of equipment (sap boards, hermetic bags, life jackets; when staying in tents, two- and three-person tents with a vestibule, sleeping bags, mats are provided);
entertainment program;
the excursion program;
instructor services.

Paid extra

railway tickets to Mtsensk and back;
products not included in the menu;
additional services;
additional equipment.

It's important to know

bag or backpack;
knife;
bowl, mug, spoon (optional);
a small flashlight (with a set of replaceable batteries);
insert into a sleeping bag or a sheet;
comfortable alloy shoes (sneakers or running shoes);
a set of warm clothes (sweater, jacket, wool socks);
a set of change of clothes in case of weather deterioration;
a rain cape or a waterproof jacket;
replacement shoes (sneakers or boots for light trekking, slates);
sunglasses;
sun headdress, sunscreen (protection factor of at least 15);
personal hygiene products (toothpaste, brush, soap, shampoo, towel, toilet paper);
necessary individual medicines;
ointments and repellents against blood-sucking insects.

Dates and Prices

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5 – 7 Jun 3 days 2 nights

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19 – 21 Jun 3 days 2 nights

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26 – 28 Jun 3 days 2 nights

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Kamila

about tour - Sap-board rafting in the Orel region

2 Jul, 2025

This was my first time taking a trip like this. Even before departure, the tour operator was very attentive, everything was clearly explained and well-organized. We received all the information we needed right on time. The tour took us through a beautiful region and was led by true professionals who genuinely love what they do. Throughout the trip, we felt well cared for and supported every step of the way.
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Kamila

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2 Jul, 2025

The providers are true professionals. It was a pleasure to arrive and immediately feel immersed in such a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
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28 Apr, 2025

Everything, from booking to returning home, was organized at the highest level.