Around the world there are places that, due to the characteristics of the river itself or the beauty and spectacular nature of the environment, are considered by many to be the best places for rafting.
In Spain there are many places to practice it (here the 7 best places) , and it is considered one of the most extreme sports there is, both for the adrenaline that is released, as well as for the "risks" that are taken when go down the rivers. Today we are going to list the best places on the entire planet. Attention!
THE 7 BEST PLACES IN WORLD TO RAFTING
1. Salmon River, Middle Fork (United States)
On our first stop, we are going to visit the "Yankees", specifically in the state of Idaho. It is one of the most popular rivers for practicing this sport, not only because of its impressive flow, but also because of its impressive views along the way, and if you are lucky you can see bears.
2. Upano River (Ecuador)
We move to South America to enjoy one of the wildest rivers that exist. The Upano River offers a spectacular route in the heart of
Amazon Basin. Class IV rapids, impressive landscapes and an abundance of waterfalls. The best known area, Quebrada Namangosa. A spectacle to behold and considered the fourth best in the world.
3. North Johnstone River (Australia)
Advanced level rafting in the heart of the state of Queensland. The highlight, in addition to its impressive volcanic gorges, is that to access the boarding you have to do it by air, that is, by helicopter. Thanks to that, it becomes one of the most difficult to access. have.
4. Sun Kosi River (Nepal)
Very close to Tibet you will descend between the highest peaks in the world in the Himalaya. Spectacular picture for a river with level V crossings and one of the most sought-after attractions, the environment. Great option for the most adventurous.
5. Futaleufú River (Chile)
River suitable for all levels and with unique blue waters, coming from the glaciers of the Andes. Considered one of the most popular rafting in the world. Wide and practicable river in most sections, although it is narrow in canyons where the water explodes with force. Highly recommended!
6. Zambezi River (Zambia)
Another of the most popular rivers in the world for rafting and also considered the most dangerous on the planet. It runs below the Victoria in sections approximately 20 km long. SPECTACULAR! Violent rapids and spectacular slopes. Ah! and there are also crocodiles on the shores, although the real focus is on staying inside the boat.
7. Ríos Gállego, Ara or Esera (Spain)
As a last option we are going to wink at our country. We name what for many is the best area in Spain to go rafting in our country. The Pyrenees of Huesca, the Gállego, Ara and Esera Rivers offer an enviable landscape with passes up to grade IV in the middle of the Benasque Valley and the Ordesa y Monteperdido National Park.
These are just some of the best places in the world to go rafting. If now that you have read this, you have got the bug for the thaw season, we leave you with all the offers we have where you can select the area, compare by prices, opinions, distances, etc.
See you in the rapids!
On our first stop, we are going to visit the "Yankees", specifically in the state of Idaho. It is one of the most popular rivers for practicing this sport, not only because of its impressive flow, but also because of its impressive views along the way, and if you are lucky you can see bears.
2. Upano River (Ecuador)
We move to South America to enjoy one of the wildest rivers that exist. The Upano River offers a spectacular route in the heart of
Amazon Basin. Class IV rapids, impressive landscapes and an abundance of waterfalls. The best known area, Quebrada Namangosa. A spectacle to behold and considered the fourth best in the world.
3. North Johnstone River (Australia)
Advanced level rafting in the heart of the state of Queensland. The highlight, in addition to its impressive volcanic gorges, is that to access the boarding you have to do it by air, that is, by helicopter. Thanks to that, it becomes one of the most difficult to access. have.
4. Sun Kosi River (Nepal)
Very close to Tibet you will descend between the highest peaks in the world in the Himalaya. Spectacular picture for a river with level V crossings and one of the most sought-after attractions, the environment. Great option for the most adventurous.
5. Futaleufú River (Chile)
River suitable for all levels and with unique blue waters, coming from the glaciers of the Andes. Considered one of the most popular rafting in the world. Wide and practicable river in most sections, although it is narrow in canyons where the water explodes with force. Highly recommended!
6. Zambezi River (Zambia)
Another of the most popular rivers in the world for rafting and also considered the most dangerous on the planet. It runs below the Victoria in sections approximately 20 km long. SPECTACULAR! Violent rapids and spectacular slopes. Ah! and there are also crocodiles on the shores, although the real focus is on staying inside the boat.
7. Ríos Gállego, Ara or Esera (Spain)
As a last option we are going to wink at our country. We name what for many is the best area in Spain to go rafting in our country. The Pyrenees of Huesca, the Gállego, Ara and Esera Rivers offer an enviable landscape with passes up to grade IV in the middle of the Benasque Valley and the Ordesa y Monteperdido National Park.
These are just some of the best places in the world to go rafting. If now that you have read this, you have got the bug for the thaw season, we leave you with all the offers we have where you can select the area, compare by prices, opinions, distances, etc.
See you in the rapids!
