White water rafting

The Numedalslågen River runs through Dagali, which is the starting point for the rafting trips in the Geilo area. The upper part, Dagalifallene, is considered one of Europe's best rafting rivers, with clean, fresh water straight from the Hardangervidda National Park. Foreign guests can't believe their own eyes when they see that they can drink the river water. 

Here they also hold the Dagali River Festival each summer, with international competitions in rafting and kayaking; and during the whole summer, kayakers come from the whole world to paddle in the rapids. 

The season lasts from approximately May 20^th to September/October. In the spring floods, when all the meltwater from the snow melting in the mountains fills the river, there is a lot of water and the river goes fast and rough. Some parts of the river are not suitable for rafting at this time, but experienced guides always know where one can raft safely, irrespective of the water levels. 

In July, the river settles down and one can raft in other parts of the river. This is the time for the best extreme trips; as there is still a lot of water, but the river is no longer flooded. Slightly calmer water flow makes the river sections that are tough during the flood now suitable for families and for those wanting a calmer trip.