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WHITEWATER RAFTING ON THE HEADWATERS OF THE AMAZON
 Raft the source of the Amazon. Roller coaster Grade 4+ rapids and beautiful calm float sections. Wilderness, with luxury camping and excellent food. Explore Cusco, full of culture, history, fine dining and fun nightlife.
One of the top ten rafting rivers in the World and the best short rafting trip in Peru - incredible rapids, awesome scenery, pristine beaches and rare wildlife. Rafting the Apurimac canyon is a total wilderness adventure through an impressive 3000m deep canyon including world -class grade four rapids, pristine sandy beaches for camping, spectacular sun-bleached rock formations and rare wildlife. It is an adventure lover’s dreams come true. The Apurimac canyon is one of the world's hidden gems of white-water. It is justifiably gaining a reputation as one of the world's top ten rafting rivers, combining a mix of exhilarating rapids and awesome scenery. From the ancient Inca capital of Cusco it is a spectacular bus journey to the start of this river deep in the heart of an impressive 3000m deep canyon. From here all supplies are taken for four days of wilderness rafting. No previous rafting experience is necessary as full safety instruction and safety talk is given so even the most novice crews are expertly trained up to meet the challenges and thrills of this non-stop adrenaline-pumping roller coaster ride of a life time. Apart from world-class rapids the Apurimac boasts pristine sandy beaches for camping, spectacular sun-bleached rock formations and rare wildlife including otters, puma and the ultra elusive Andean bear. It is an adventure lover’s dreams come true.
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|  We pick you up at your hotel in Cusco for the spectacular drive to the Apurimac canyon, hopefully glimpsing on route the snow-capped Vilcanota mountain range before descending into the canyon to our starting point on the banks of the Apurimac. Here we inflate our specialized rafts, load up with provisions and, following a full safety talk and instruction in the art of white water rafting, we head off into
the canyon in search of adventure. (L : D)
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| For the next three days we challenge the rapids of the mighty Apurimac. " Apu-rimac ", in Quechua, signifies " The Great Speaker " - Inca nobility and priests would often ' consult ' the river on route to the city of Cusco. The rapids are pretty much non-stop and at times the huge boulders that block our way force us to the bank for further scouting. At several points we have to portage un-runnable falls.
At night we camp on beautiful sandy beaches and explore the amazing rock formations. Andean foxes, otters and pumas have all been sighted on the banks of the river. In between the harder rapids there is plenty of time to take in the awesome scenery and marvel at the near sheer sided gorge down which we are traveling. (B : L : D)
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|  Finally we reach a break in the canyon walls and from here it is a short bus journey back to Cusco, passing on route the towering snow capped Salcantay mountain. On arrival in Cusco we drop you off at your hotel for a well earned hotel bed, hot shower and perhaps you will join us later to explore the delights of Cusco’s nightlife and celebrate your successful descent of through the mighty Apurimac canyon. (B / L)
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| INCLUDED:
Transport to and from the river in private vehicles. State of the art self bailing rafts, Hi-flotation life-jackets, helmets, spray jackets, dry bags for personal gear, wetsuits, wet-suit boots and special containers for cameras. Camping and cooking equipment including Therm-a-rest sleeping pads & spacious two person tents. Extensive First-aid kit; professional English and Spanish speaking river guides, trained in first-aid, swift-water rescue and CPR. We provide safety cover at all times. All meals as indicated in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner). EXCLUDED:
Personal belongings, sleeping bag, personal expenses, tips. No previous rafting experience is necessary as full instruction and safety talk is given to all crews. Reasonable fitness is advised and an ability to swim is essential. |
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| I n the Apurimac canyon, both on and off the river, we recommend you wear long-sleeved shirts and trousers to avoid the strong tropical sun and persistent sandflies. Wet suits and splash jackets are provided, wetsuit boots are not. We also provide dry bags to store your gear in and Pelican cases for cameras whilst on the rafts.
You should also bring:
PACKING LIST: Sleeping bag/Sheet(5’C),Thermal top for under wetsuit ,Wet suit boots (Tevas & socks) ,After river change of clothes (light weight and long sleeved) including light fleece jumper, Sunglasses with attaching string, Peaked cap, Water bottle & purification tablets, Towel, Swim suit, Flashlight & Spare Batteries, Sunscreen 15+,After sun, Lip balm, Insect Repellent (High DEET), After-bite, Personal effects, Spare contact lenses / Glasses, Camera, Pocket knife, Personal toilet kit. Personal first aid kit to include: Painkillers, Plasters (Band-Aids), Moleskin, Anti-biotic cream, General anti-biotics (ask your GP), After-bite, Anti-diarrhoea tablets, Throat lozenges, Re-hydration salts & personal medication. (Manu Expeditions carry an extensive first aid kit on all trips, but these are generally for emergencies only) NOTE: Departures for this trip are operated in conjunction with a very reliable specialized sister river rafting tour operator. |
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