Sunday, November 2, 2008

Kayak Kayaking and Canoes

By Donald Harris

Are videos and pictures of my Colorado whitewater rafting adventure available?
Photographers will take your picture while you are on the river going through specific rapids. When you return to the AVA office, you will look at your digital pictures on TV and computer screens. You can decide if you would like to purchase printed pictures. You can also purchase your pictures on disc. There is no cost for your picture to be taken. There may also be an option to have your trip recorded by one of our talented vigeographers.Yes, on the Zambezi River in Zimbabwe and Zambia. This experience is available while you are at Victoria Falls. It's a wonderful experience, but you need to be fit.The rivers and rapids have been classified to help you gauge their difficulty on a scale of I to VI; Class I means the easiest flat water and Class VI means unrunnable.

How do I judge the difficulty of a river?
The rivers and rapids have been classified to help you gauge their difficulty on a scale of I to VI; Class I means the easiest flat water and Class VI means unrunnable. This is an objective scale, but the ratings of a river can change depending on water levels and conditions. We also have a simple guide for the sections we run: Beginner and Intermediate sections are appropriate for all ages & abilities. Advanced and Advanced+ sections are appropriate for active and aggressive lifestyles.Yes, absolutely. At our Exploration Center we have a luggage room specifically for this purpose. Note that a there is a guard 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

What are the various River Difficulty Classifications?
A river's difficulty classification lies on a scale from 1 to 6 with 1 being very easy and 6 being unnavigable. Thrill Planet recommends Class 3 rivers for beginning rafters and Class 4 for experienced rafters looking for more action. Class 5 rafting trips are reserved for expert, highly experienced rafters.The rivers and rapids have been classified to help you gauge their difficulty on a scale of I to VI; Class I means the easiest flat water and Class VI means unrunnable. This is an objective scale, but the ratings of a river can change depending on water levels and conditions. We also have a simple guide for the sections we run: Beginner and Intermediate sections are appropriate for all ages & abilities. Advanced and Advanced+ sections are appropriate for active and aggressive lifestyles.Costa Rica offers some of the world's finest whitewater rafting and kayaking rivers.

Who can paddle whitewater?
Anyone can enjoy whitewater! We have a section of river for all ages and abilities. Our guides are experienced, fun, and knowledgeable river runners who enjoy all levels of rafting. Discuss limitations with our reservation staff and they will place you on the best Colorado whitewater rafting trip to address the circumstances.Being a desert environment, mosquitoes and flying insects are not a bit problem. Snakes and scorpions are seldom seen.

Is my luggage safe while I go White Water Rafting?
Yes, absolutely. At our Exploration Center we have a luggage room specifically for this purpose. Note that a there is a guard 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We deal with luggage daily.long as cold and high winds do not become major factors, the normal answer is, "You Bet!". Thunderstorms are normally short lived and offer a wonderful perspective on nature. And sunlight streaming through the clouds is part of the beautiful outdoor experience. You are going to get wet anyway, so enjoy the added ambience and beautiful weather a brief shower can produce.

Where and when will I get my river equipment?
Due to limited number of seats, an $85.00 per person cancellation fee will be charged for any cancellation prior to 30 days of the tour date. There will be no refund for cancellations within 30 days of the tour date.We never know for sure when it will rain. So, even if you are taking a summer trip, you should bring a rain suit as outlined on the packing list. Many people wear them while running the rapids.We run Colorado whitewater rafting trips rain or shine. Our simple philosophy is you're going to get wet regardless of the weather. We have gear available if Mother Nature is enhancing our day. Wetsuits and splash jackets are included free of charge on all of our rafting trips.

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