White Water Rafting Colorado River’s Wild And Peaceful Rides

2007-03-08 10:33:40

( Sports )



You must have tried and enjoyed rivers white water rafting last summer. Perhaps, you want to venture into a longer rafting run that lasts at least a week the next time. White water rafting Colorado River in the Grand Canyon is one of the most complete rivers white water rafting experiences you may ever have. You will get wild rides as you pass through breath-taking rapids, and you also have long stretches of peaceful paddling between steep canyon walls.

The number of days to run the entire 279 miles of river through the canyon will depend on whether you want to traverse the river via oar, paddle or motor power. Water rafting Colorado service providers will pick the appropriate boat size for the trip, based on your preferences. Your preferences will determine the duration of your white water rafting Colorado River adventure. Whatever kind of boat you choose, you are sure to experience white-knuckle rides.

White water rafting Colorado River needs at least six months of planning and reservation. Commercial trips operate from April to October each year. Summer months are peak seasons but they can be too hot. If you want to avoid the heat and the crowd, you can plan a trip either during spring or fall (April or between mid-September and mid-October, respectively). The disadvantages include occasional storms, and shorter daylight hours.

You will be required to get a permit to go white water rafting Colorado River. Normally, your service provider will secure the permits. However, if you go on a private trip you will have to join a long line of applicants for permits, since the state limits permits for private trips to only twenty-five percent.

Commercial trips for white water rafting Colorado River costs at least two hundred dollars per person per day. This includes rafting and camping gear, and provisions.


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