Whitewater rafting river rapids are classed from 1 to 5, with 5 being the most dangerous and requiring excellent swimming skills as well as training in swimming in whitewater and self recovery approaches. Class 1 is suitable for groups, for children, for seniors and of course beginners who want to experience whitewater rafting for the first timeā¦.
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Most whitewater rafting companies will provide all of the equipment you will need. Including wet suits for the more adventuresome of the whitewater rapids. Always pay careful attention to all instructions. Be ready to do what ever is required by your guide. They are experts and depend on you to follow instructions while participating in any whitewater rafting trip.
Most enthusiasts feel that the best whitewater rafting trips are in the spring. This is when the ice and snow are melting off of the mountains. The water is raging down the rivers providing some of the best rafting experiences. Later in the year, many rapids are calmer and more suitable for beginners, seniors and children. If this is your first whitewater rafting trip, select a class 1 or 2 rapids to have your first experience with whitewater rafting.