One Day Water Rafting trip on the Tana River

• Day Excursions

Tana River is classed as one of the best commercial rafting trips in the world as it is perfect for all the family and we are able to navigate the river all year round. Not only do we have the pleasure of navigating through countless rapids but we also have the chance to view Kenya’s wildlife and landscapes from a different angle. So if you are “fed up” of being in Nairobi and simply want a different style of adventure, then this is the tour for
you.

Your fun filled Itinerary…

Drive to riverside camp in the town of Riandira. On arrival you will have refreshments and receive a brief from our guide team on the days programme. Once you have changed your guides will give you the safety briefing explaining what happens if you fall out the raft and how to paddle.
The Tana River is a pool drop river offering an exciting day of white water rafting. Depending on water levels you may raft 8-16km of river. The full trip starts with 3 km of easy class II and III white water, with plenty of opportunity to gain practice in the paddle skills required to run the lower part of the river. A 6 km section follows with an hour or so of relaxation to view the abundance of bird life around. Here you can cool off with a swim in the warm water. The final 7 km of river back to the campsite starts with some easy class III water where paddle commands are gone over again. It is now the 3 big rapids (class 4 and 5) with names like Captains Folly, Can of Worms (because of its four 90 degree bends in succession), and Sphincter Flexor. Subject to water levels we may be able to “surf” in the “fish-eye” hole then swim the next couple of minor rapids. Numerous smaller rapids bring one to the class 5 Spasm, a series of drops over 3⁄4 km section with a big surprise half way through! From here a 15 minute float brings you back to camp
We reach the take out point/campsite about 3 to 4 hours after setting off, where a full barbeque lunch awaits us with Beer and soft drinks included.
We normally leave the camp between 3 and 4 pm so that we can be back in Nairobi before
it is dark.

What to Bring…
Clothes you do not mind getting wet i.e. T Shirts, shorts or long sleeved shirt and trousers (especially for those who burn easily) a pair of shoes or sandles that will not come off. Plenty of sun cream, a sun hat (baseball cap is fine) and a towel.

What’s included…
Refreshments on arrival, qualified guides, full instruction, all
equipment, a BBQ lunch including drinks (beer and soda).

What’s not included…

Anything on the what to bring list, any additional merchandise (t-shirts, DVD’s etc), any
optional extra activities and personal accident insurance.