The Apurimac canyon is one of the world's hidden gems of whitewater rafting, mixing exhilarating rapids and awesome scenery.
The rio Apurimac is justifiably gaining a reputation as one of the world's top ten rafting rivers.
Outline itinerary
From the ancient Inca capital of Cusco it is a short bus journey to
the start of this river, deep in the heart of an impressive 3000m
deep canyon. We take with us all the supplies we need for four days of
wilderness rafting. Even the most novice crews are expertly trained
up to meet the challenges and thrills of this non-stop
adrenaline-pumping roller coaster ride of a life time.
As well as world class rapids the Apurimac boasts pristine sandy
beaches for camping, spectacular sun-bleached rock formations and
rare wildlife including otters, puma and the ultra elusive Andean
bear. This is an adventure lover’s dreams come true.
Day 1
We pick you
up at your hotel in Cusco for the spectacular drive to the Apurimac
canyon. En route, we hope to glimpse the snow-capped Vilcanota
mountain range before descending into the canyon to our starting
point on the banks of the Apurimac.
Here we inflate our specialised
rafts, load up with provisions and, following a full safety talk and
instruction in the art of white water rafting, we head off into the
canyon in search of adventure.
Days 2 & 3
For the next three days we challenge the rapids of the
mighty Apurimac. " Apu - rimac ", in Quechua, signifies " The Great
Speaker " - Inca nobility and priests would often ' consult ' the
river on route to the city of Cusco. The rapids are pretty much
non-stop and at times the huge boulders that block our way force us
to the bank for further scouting.
At several points we have to
portage unrunnable falls. At night we camp on beautiful sandy
beaches and explore the amazing rock formations. Andean foxes,
otters and pumas have all been sighted on the banks of the river. In
between the harder rapids there is plenty of time to take in the
awesome scenery and marvel at the near sheer sided gorge down which
we are travelling.
Day 4
Finally we reach a break in the canyon walls and from here it
is a short bus journey back to Cusco, passing on route the towering
snow capped Salcantay mountain. On arrival in Cusco we drop you off
at your hotel for a well earned hotel bed, hot shower and perhaps
you will join us later to explore the delights of Cusco’s nightlife
and celebrate your successful descent of through the mighty Apurimac
canyon.
Included
All meals and water on trek, all breakfasts elsewhere, rafts and equipment, domestic transportation, guide, camping 3 nights, camping equipment (tents, cutlery etc).
Not included
International flights (we can look for prices for you), other meals, snacks and drinks, personal expenses, airport taxes, extra entrance fees, tips, alcoholic or soft drinks, laundry, rafting clothing and sleeping bag
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