subject: River Rafting In Peru [print this page] Tourists flocking into Peru make it a point to go river rafting and its something that should not be missed for the world.
Peru is home to the legendary Amazon River where all the action takes place. The most unique feature of the country is the sumptuous offering of white water rafting options. The Andes and the Amazon conspire to keep everybody hooked onto it forever.
Two of the most popular river rafting destinations in the country are the Urubamba River and the River Apurimac. As Peru is one of the most tourist friendly countries in the world there are short 2 to 4 day river rafting trips that one can embark on the beautiful white waters of these rivers. However, it is also possible to arrange one day trips to the Urubamba River for white water rafting. It is an extremely popular programme chosen by tourists on a tight schedule and the arrangement of the tour can be co-ordinated without any hassle at the nearby town of Cusco. Most of these programmes for a day are 6 hours long. The usual cost of the trip is $25 which is inclusive of one meal, transit as well as the for the requisite safety equipment.
Now, coming to the Apurimac River, it can be safely said that its USP lies in the turbulent topography as well as its proximity to the rainforests. The river rafting experience it provides is unbelievable because of the gorges and cliffs that one has to pass through along the course of the river as it nears the gigantic River Amazon. One can also experience the charm of the rain forests along the journey. The gorges and cliffs that one passes through are extremely dangerous if the tour is not manned by experienced and seasoned operators. So, it is always recommended that one should go for tried and tested agencies.
For those looking for a thrill and adrenaline rush that is going to last for the rest of their blessed lives there is the option for river rafting in the River Tambopata. The typical trip starts at the town of Puno which is located on the banks of the Titicaca Lake and it usually is concluded in the town of Cusco. The reason why this trip is so thrilling is because the entire tour is through the celebrated Tambopata-Candamo National Park. There is literally no place to hide once the tour starts since all the participants are supposed to camp in the river bank because there is no arrangement for accommodation.
The experience of river rafting in Peru is going to stay with the participants for the rest of their lives, without doubt.
