KENYA WHITE-WATER RAFTING
White-water rafting is an up-coming water sport although
started over 10 years in Kenya. It's done under the command of an experienced river guide
and
Paddleboats are used unless otherwise requested.
Participants leave Nairobi at 8.00 Am. and
return at 1800hrs on the last day.
There is Idyllic Camp site along the rivers.
The following
facilities are available:-
Fishing, boat riding, bird watching, swimming for young kids,
watered lawns to pitch the tents, plenty of shade, table and
benches, toilets, and showers, fire grills, etc.
The excursion takes 4 hours but those willing to take more days
can do so at additional cost.
Minimum group is four [4] and can leave any day
NB: Arrangements can be made to have clients picked from any
location within 10Km radius of Nairobi city.
GENERAL INFORMATION & EQUIPMENTS
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All boats are manufactured by Avon of the UK with a crew capacity
of six people.
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Life jackets and helmets are supplied.
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Load boat carries a comprehensive first aid and medicated kit
Guides carry knives, throw bags and pulleys.
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Boats are paddled by participants themselves hence your participation
is preferred.
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A guide in each boat just gives commands and steers the boat.
Participants have the opportunity to bring cameras or videos
in the waterproof boxes or rent the waterproof cameras from
Essands Safaris.
MAXIMUM AGE EXPERIENCE AND FITNESS
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From 14
years with parental consent
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No upper
limits and depends on the individual fitness and health
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No previous experience is required except for Mathioya
North River
LOCATIONS
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Athi
River
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Mathioya
River
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Malewa
River
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Ewaso Ng'iro
Rivers
GUEST REQUIREMENTS
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Shorts
[swimming Costumes]
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Shirts [long sleeved]
pants for those with sensitive skins
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A wider
brimmed hat
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A pair of
fasten able shoes or sandals
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Sun
Screen of factor 25 or more
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Personal
toiletries and Malaria Prophylactics as applicable
Optional - cameras,
gloves and socks [sunburn]. A light weight
nylon rain jackets worn under your life jacket for cold weather
or rain while you are in the river and spare warm clothes to change.
Our Prices
Includes
