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Four people in a shallow river, each holding a blue object. 1
A white T-shirt with a logo and text stating 'I found Gold in Slovenia' and 'Trans'Alp River Gold.' 2
Two caps with logos on a rocky riverbank. 3
A riverbank with pebbles and a clear sky. 4
A certificate of achievement for a gold panning introductory course. 5
By Trans'Alp RIVER GOLD
Free cancellation available
Price is €29 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Experience life as a gold prospector, with gold discovery guaranteed
    • Learn how to read a river and use an American gold pan
    • Find your gold flakes and take your vial home with you as a souvenir
    • Enjoy friendly guidance in a small group for beginners, families and friends
    • Enjoy a peaceful time close to nature and an exciting adventure

Activity location

    • Maribor
    • Maribor, Upravna enota Maribor, Slovenia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Maribor
    • Maribor, Upravna enota Maribor, Slovenia

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Maribor: Discovering gold panning in Slovenia by the river

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Price details
€29.00 x 1 Adult€29.00
Total
Price is €29.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Use of gloves
  • Inclusions
    Use of shovels
  • Inclusions
    Use of sieves
  • Inclusions
    Use of sluices, pump and sluice boxes
  • Inclusions
    Use of water shoes
  • Inclusions
    Complimentary vial for your gold flakes
  • Inclusions
    Theoretical and practical introduction
  • Inclusions
    Digital gold panning certificate sent via email
  • Exclusions
    Souvenir cap: €5 – Logo + "I Found Gold in Slovenia" – One size fits all adults – Let me know the colour and quantity you want: Red – Purple – Royal Blue – Black.
  • Exclusions
    Souvenir T-shirt: €9 – Logo + "I Found Gold in Slovenia" – XS/S/M/L/XL – Breathable polyester sport fabric.
  • Exclusions
    Boots for the winter.
  • Exclusions
    New XP gold panning equipment is available to purchase if you wish.

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Prams, Baby buggies, Bare feet, Crutches, Electric wheelchairs, Littering, Making noise, Open-toed shoes, Sandals or flip flops
    • Not suitable for: People with a cold, People with back problems, People with recent surgeries, Visually impaired people
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • WINTER WORKSHOPS
    3 hours – 2 sessions per day: 9:00 AM/12:00 PM or 1:30 PM/4:30 PM
    Please bring your own boots (below the knee is sufficient)

    What if you found gold in Slovenia?
    Embark on an adventure on the banks of the Drava River, near Maribor, and discover the fascinating world of gold panning.

    During this 3-hour experience, I will personally accompany you in your search for gold.
    Each person leaves with the gold flakes they have found, kept in a small vial given at the end of the session as a souvenir. Finding gold flakes is guaranteed :)

    How does the adventure unfold?
    Theoretical part:

    • Local history of gold
    • Learning to “read” the river to understand where gold may be concentrated

    Practical part:

    • Collecting gold-bearing materials from the riverbed gravel
    • Use of the sieve and the American gold pan (method of a French champion)
    • Discover your first gold flakes and learn how to collect them

    At the end of the experience, you will leave with your gold flakes, your gold panning certificate and some souvenir photos.

    The activity is suitable for beginners and family-friendly.
    For ages 6 and up.
    Younger children can take part and will team up with me to beat the parents – haha!
    Groups are limited to 4 people (5 if it's a family or group of friends: please contact me), so you'll receive personalised advice and assistance throughout your search.
    This workshop will allow you to acquire ancestral know-how.

    Meeting place:

    • If you have a vehicle: meet at a car park near a spot.
    • If you don't have a car: I will pick you up at the train station in Maribor or at your hotel.

    Meeting time:
    20 minutes before your 9:00 am or 1:30 pm time slot.

    To plan for and bring with you:

    • Drink.

    • Closed-toe shoes such as Crocs, jam shoes or water shoes – water shoes can be loaned if needed.

    • Hat or cap (caps available to purchase) if the weather is sunny + sun cream.

    • The “XP Metal Detectors” gold panning equipment is provided on loan for the introductory session.

    • Insurance: The participant is responsible for ensuring that they have insurance cover suitable for outdoor leisure activities.

    • WEATHER:
      Sunny or light rain = introductory session goes ahead.
      Heavy rain or thunderstorms = cancellation or postponement; you will be offered a full refund.

    If you have any questions, please contact me.
    Customised schedule possible depending on my availability:

    • 3 hours: Introduction to the Pan American
    • 5 hours: Introduction to the Pan American + ramp
    • 7 hours: Introduction to the Pan American + ramp + pump

    Looking forward to meeting you and sharing a peaceful moment.
    Michel

Location

Activity location

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    • Maribor
    • Maribor, Upravna enota Maribor, Slovenia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Maribor
    • Maribor, Upravna enota Maribor, Slovenia