subject: Rafting in Mendoza's Rivers [print this page] Rafting in Mendoza's Rivers Rafting in Mendoza's Rivers
Those who enjoy great natural scenarios will surely enjoy visiting Mendoza and staying at the Diplomatic Hotel. Adventure sports certainly generate a rush of adrenaline, while descending down the rapids of the river, as the expert guides accompany us. To be completely safe while rafting, the most advisable thing to do is to pay attention to the guides' instructions and recommendations. Those just starting in the activity, will find in Mendoza River the most suitable scenario to raft. There is a list of needed equipment that is required when rafting, such as helmets and life jackets. Rafting season stars in December and finishes in April, due to yearly fluctuations of the river flow.
Another magnificent natural scenario to practice rafting ad other adventure water sports is the Atuel River. The river Atuel is born at the foot of the volcano Overo, and it runs into a wonderful lake that bears the same name, over 3000 meters above sea level. The Malo River adds its waters to the volume of the Atuel, and runs 100 kilometers through the Sosneado up to the Nihuil Dam. There is a dam at the Nihuil that has 4 turbines to generate electricity. The river then runs in a canyon, until the Atuel Valley where there is another dam. The whole family can spend an unforgettable journey rafting along this canyon, of difficulty levels I and II.
The Diamante River is another spectacular location suitable for rafting. It is born at the base of the volcano Maipo, emerging from a beautiful lake that bears the same name, over 3500 meters above sea level. The waters of the Diamante River duplicate thanks to the Borbolln River adding its waters to the course of the Diamante. It runs another 100 kilometers more, until it comes across the Del Toro dam, where electric power is generated. Diamante River offers IV and V difficulty zones, for the more experienced rafting fans.
Don't think it over, and ask the kind personnel of the Diplomatic Hotel. The multitude of rivers and creeks that run through Mendoza is a must see for the curious tourist.
