The 6 Slovenia Surf Trips That Earn Their Price

1.Ljubljana Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Lesson and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 281 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $71Our pick

Meet your certified guide at Špica Caffe for a two-hour SUP lesson and city tour. You’ll learn the basics, paddle toward Ljubljana’s bridges and castle, and enjoy games, quiet river time, and photos. Guides have included Špela, Matt, and Msya. Gear is supplied.

“Both my 15-year-old son and I had no experience of SUP. We were nervous in the beginning but soon it became very enjoyable.Matt was a nice instructor. It was really a unique and fantastic way to explore Ljubljana and I will definitely recommend to my friends who travel to Ljubljana.”

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2.Lake Bled Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Lesson and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 155 reviews · from $80

Start at Mala Zaka at 9:00 am for a two-hour guided SUP outing on Lake Bled. Your instructor teaches the basics, then leads you toward Bled Island and castle views. Expect games, balance tricks, swimming, local stories, and photos sent after the tour.

“We were total beginners with regards to paddle boarding but we quickly learned and enjoyed this beautiful tour on the lake. Definetely recommended!”

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3.Half-Day Private SUP along Soca River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $82

Meet Bovec-SUP in central Bovec for a private half-day outing on the Soča. You’ll ride in an air-conditioned vehicle, learn SUP basics, paddle through quiet gorges, try simple board tricks, and enjoy snacks. Boards, paddles, wetsuits, and life vests are included.

“The SUP Tour on the Soča was simply awesome! From start to finish, everything was totally straightforward – from booking to returning the equipment. You immediately notice that there are real professionals at work here who know what they are doing without losing sight of the fun. The team was super cool, warm and absolutely helpful. Even at the welcome it was clear: Here, the focus is on people, not mass handling, but real passion for sport and nature. Everyone took their time, all questions were resolved relaxed and you just felt in good hands. The tour itself was pure deceleration. Gliding on the turquoise waters, surrounded by the breathtaking…”

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4.Whitewater Paddle Boarding on Soca River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 98 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $88

Join Sebastian and Marci for a 3.5-hour whitewater SUP trip on Slovenia’s Soca River. You’ll learn river safety and paddle techniques, warm up on calm water, then tackle small rapids with a group capped at four. Wetsuit, helmet, life vest, shoes, and board are included.

“Can I give six stars 🤩 amazing experience, amazing guides, beautiful scenery. Go and book you will not be disappointed 😍”

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5.Half Day Stand-up Paddle Boarding (SUP) trip on Lake Predil

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $66Best value

Join Andrej from Bovec Paddleboarding for a four-hour SUP trip on peaceful Lake Predil. You’ll get transport from Bovec, a short lesson, RED boards, safety gear, a beach stop with snacks, and patient coaching for beginners, families, and confident paddlers.

“We had a really great time on the SUP today; it was a beautiful experience!”

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6.Half-Day Stand-Up Paddleboarding on Lake Predil

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $69

From central Bovec, Marci, Seb, or another Bovec-SUP guide drives you through Predil Pass to Lake Predil. Learn SUP basics, paddle around the lake, stop by a waterfall for a snack, and enjoy swimming, games, tricks, and optional cliff jumping in a small group.

“Best crew to try whitewater sup. So professional, funny and carrying team!”

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