BAGPACK

WILD JUNKET

• RIVER RAFTING:

At sunrise, inflatable rafts lined with cheerful men and women of different nationalities on a common mission to brave the rapids, is truly a sight to experience at white water river rafting sites across the world. Perhaps that's why this extreme sport is now a preferred activity with so many travelers.

v DESTINATIONS :

1.   WHERE: ROTORUA & SHOTOVER                         RIVER, New Zealand

 GOOD FOR: Beginners and family trips. Also for veterans

            WHY: The Rotorua followed by Shot Over River in New Zealand are great bets to test your limits. While most newcomers choose to raft in the Shotover river, veterans opt for Rotorua fun.

                

2.    WHERE: ZAMBESI RIVER, ZIMBABWE

   GOOD FOR: Veterans

              WHY: One of the biggest rivers in Africa, the Zambezi River in the Victoria Falls guarantees a real challenge even for experienced rafters.

Don't miss the Batoka Gorge, which offers dramatic falls and undisputed thrills.

                                      

                                    

3.    WHERE: COLORADO RIVER, USA 

   

   GOOD FOR: Beginners, Family trips and also veterans

              WHY: You can feel the strength of Colorado River in the Grand Canyon National Park. There are many professional guides and tours that you can undertake with friends, family and also by yourself with other veterans. The ideal start point is the north-eastern part of Glen Canyon Dam and then the river takes over from there. Rafting here is a sight to remember, simply imagine the majestic views (see pic) you will be surrounded by. Great location for pictures and photo shoots.

4.  WHERE: RISHIKESH, INDIA & SETI, SUNKOSHI RIVER, NEPAL 

GOOD FOR: With basic knowledge of rafting

                                    

5.  WHERE: UPPER AMAZON, PERU 

GOOD FOR: Veterans

           WHY: Expect some spectacular scenery as the Andes plunges down into the lush canyons of Upper Amazon. Cusco is considered the rafting center of Peru offering popular 1 or 2 day trips on the Urubamba River and 3 or 4 day trips on the exciting white waters of the Apurimac River.

                  
                     anusha sooriyan