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Special Tours - Adventure Tours - Rafting

ADVENTURE TOURS - RAFTING

Toachi and Blanco Rivers One day trip
The Toachi and Blanco Rivers are a fantastic introduction to the rivers of Ecuador. Flowing off the coastal side of the Andes they have some of the longest navigable sections of whitewater in the country. Combine this with the sights and sounds of the forest environment we pass through and you´re guaranteed a day to remember.

The day starts... when we pick you up from our meeting point. Transport to Santo Domingo de los Colorados, from where we driver approximately 15 minutes to the put-in where the adventure starts. Before setting off we will fit you with life jackets and helmets, give you a comprehensive safety briefing and train each crew in the paddling techniques needed to navigate our way down the river.
Once on the river... you can expect both the action of thrilling whitewater and the tranquility of drifting silently through tropical rainforests. So while you´re guaranteed to get wet, you´ll also have the opportunity to be absorbed by the sounds of the forest and to see wildlife up close from our mobile ¨viewing platform¨. Rafting time approx.
During the trip we will stop by the side of the river for a delicious picnic lunch, including fresh tropical fruits and served with soft drinks, juice and water. At the end of the trip we celebrate a fun day on the river with a few ice-cold beers and return to Quito (approx. 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.)

Included:
Professional guides, private transport, top of the line rafting equipment, a delicious lunch plus snacks and beers, safe and fun trip, entrance fees.

What to bring:
Swimsuit/shorts, T-shirt, shoes/river sandals, sunglasses with retention strap), baseball cap, sunscreen, insect repellent, towel, dry change of clothes.

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Toachi and Blanco Rivers Two day trip

Day 1:
After the challenges and rewards of day 1 we return to a nice Hosteria near to Santo Domingo city alongside the river where the sound of water is a constant reminder of our adventure. Here we can relieve our experiences as we enjoy a delicious dinner and a few celebratory drinks.

Day 2:
Head back to the river for more whitewater action but also have the chance to catch our breath and take in the splendour of the surroundings. In the afternoon return to Quito.

Included:
Professional guides, top of the line rafting equipment, hotel with american breakfast, 2 box lunches, 1 dinner, entrance fees.

What to bring:
Swimsuit/shorts, T-shirt, shoes/river sandals, sunglasses with retention strap), baseball cap, sunscreen, insect repellent, towel, dry change of clothes.

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The Headwaters Run 2 day Quijos River Trip (Over 50 Km, class IV+)
The Quijos is set to become Ecuador´s premier whitewater trip with mile after mile of class IV-IV+ rapids and spectacular jungle scenery. Expect to run more whitewater in a day than you´d do in a week elsewhere. This trip is for experienced rafters that are confident swimmers. No wimps please!

Day 1:
Depart at 7:00 a.m. Drive to Baeza. On arrival you´ll be issued with wetsuits, life jackets and helmets. After a short drive to the put-in, the Trip Leader will give a thorough safety briefing and conduct a swim test. Then you´ll split into groups for an intensive in-boat paddle practice with your guide. Once we set off we´re straight into the action but with some easier rapids to warm up. Along the way we´ll stop for a riverside picnic lunch. In the afternoon we´ll raft through the first canyons of the Quijos running big, techcnical rapids. At the end of the day we pull the boats into shore and take a short ten-minute walk up to the lodge where we have cold beer, hot showers and a good meal waiting for us.

Day 2:
After a good night´s sleep and a hearty breakfast we´ll pull on our wetsuits again and head back to the river for a lot more withewater action. Today you should be prepared for one of the most exciting days of your life. And to top it off you´ll be doing it all in one of the most beautiful parts of Ecuador. This river is set to become a legend. From the take-out we´ll head bacj to Quito stopping at Papallacta Hot Springs for a well-earned soak in the volcanically heated mineral waters. Arrive approx. 8 p.m. or spend a night at Papallacta.

Included:
professional guides, expert safety kayaker for every two boats, all rafting equipment, wetsuits, transport, meals as stated and share accommodation.

Not included:
Additional alcoholic drinks, personal expenses, tips.
Departures: Saturdays from August to February. Other days with a minimum of 6.

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