River trekking is a combination of walking along river banks, walking and wading inside the river, and, occasionally, swimming. Obviously, this is not the kind of activity you should do on your own or without proper preparation. You have to pick the right river (if you want to go down the Nile or the Amazon, you will definitely be better off in a boat), the right season (you do not want to do this mid-winter), and the right guide.

You don’t have to be a great sports' person for river trekking: you just need to have basic physical condition and know how to swim. No special equipment is required. You should wear comfortable walking shoes (they will get wet!) and take sun glasses, a hat and a little backpack with sun cream, swim wear, a towel and a strong plastic bag to keep your backpack dry when you wade through deep water. Although normally the things you carry with you shouldn’t get wet, it is better to be on the safe side and not take mobile phones, cameras (unless you have one that is waterproof), etc.

Where to River Trekking in Greece ? 

Karpenisi - Evritania  (Central Greece)

Make a 2-3 hour river trek along the riverbanks and in the water of the Krikelopotamos, up to the waterfalls of Panta Vrechei. This activity, organised by Trekking Hellas, includes a transfer in a 4x4 over spectacular dirt roads.
Period: from June to the end of October. / Physical condition: Basic / Age: over 14 years old 

Where to stay?

Anatoli House, Koryschades
Anerada Inn, Megalo Horio
Hellas Country Club, Mikro Horio
Korys House, Koryschades  

Arkadia (Peloponnese)

During a 4-hour crossing of the most spectacular part of the Neda gorge, you will pass narrow cliffs, stone bridges underwater caves and impressive waterfalls. The river trek ends in a place with natural river pools under a magnificent waterfall – a little paradise for swimming.
Period: from June to the end of September. / Physical condition: Basic / Age: over 14 years old  

Where to stay?

Arhondiko Isari, Isari
Kazakou, Dimitsana
Trikolonion Country Club, Stemnitsa