Experience · Trofors
Family rafting in Trofors
By River North


Looking for an exciting outdoor activity the whole family can enjoy? Join RiverNorth for a family-friendly rafting trip on the Austervefsna or Svenningelva rivers, carefully designed for children aged six and older. This adventure combines gentle rapids, calm stretches for swimming, and stunning natural scenery, making it the perfect introduction to rafting.
With professional guides leading the way, safety is always a top priority, ensuring a fun and worry-free experience. Depending on water levels, there may also be a chance to try cliff jumping for those looking for a little extra excitement! After the trip, enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, and juice back at the RiverNorth base.
Highlights
- Family-friendly rapids suitable for young children
- Opportunities for swimming and possibly cliff jumping
- A scenic adventure through stunning river landscapes
What's included
- Professional guides and safety briefing
- All necessary equipment, including wetsuit and helmet
- Transport from the RiverNorth base to the river and back
- Complimentary coffee, tea, and juice
Good to know
Season: June – September
Duration: 3,5 hours
Age Requirement: 6+
A professional photographer will capture moments from your trip, and you will have the opportunity to purchase different photo packages afterward, either the 5 best photos, 15 best photos or the full album.
To ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience, please bring the following:
- Swimwear (bikini, swimsuit, or other bathing apparel)
- Thermal underlayers if the weather is cold
- Towel for changing (please note: there are no showers available at the base)
- Wool socks (recommended) – wear them inside the neoprene shoes for warmth
Important: Do not wear cotton under your wetsuit, as it retains moisture and gets very cold when wet. Opt for quick-drying or thermal materials instead.
Safety & Difficulty Level
Before the tour begins, all necessary safety information will be reviewed, adapted even for the youngest participants. The guides are professionally trained, with extensive experience from around the world and specialized training in whitewater rescue. They have also completed first aid training and have certified rafting education or relevant experience.
The river is classified as easy, making it suitable even for beginners.
Additional Information
You will be provided with a wetsuit, neoprene shoes, life jacket, helmet, and paddle before the tour.
If you have particularly large feet (larger than size 47), you must bring your own jogging shoes. If children have a shoe size smaller than 32, you must bring their own jogging shoes. They must be able to get wet.
Please inform us if you have any injuries or medical conditions that are relevant to the activity, such as diabetes, asthma, epilepsy, shoulder or knee injuries, back problems, etc.
There is a weight limit of 120 kg.
Meeting point
RiverNorth AS, Grane Bygdetun, Troforsvegen, Trofors
Availability
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