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Colombia – A Fascinating Adventure Destination

Hamish McMaster


Colombia offers a fascinating adventure destination for travelers wanting a unique experience. With wonderful people, fascinating history, vibrant cities, fascinating national parks, great coffee and world class rafting to be had, this is a place prominent on the radar for tourists. We have been excited for a long time to explore this wonderful part of […]

Five Incredible Campsites On Your Rafting Vacation

Hamish McMaster


One of the most appealing aspects to a multi-day rafting vacation is we get to stay at stunning and unique campsites each and every night of our adventure. But what makes the perfect campsite? A base for a gorgeous hike? A stunning view? Perfect sand? I ideal place for the loo? Here are a few […]

Top Five Rafting Trips In The Americas

Hamish McMaster


With the wide array of whitewater rafting trips on offer in the Americas, where do you start rating them? Classic rivers, whitewater extravaganzas, family trips all offer something to the rafting enthusiast. These are just a few of our picks and we’d love to hear your views. The Grand Canyon, USA: You simply can’t go […]

Rafting The Zambezi – 5 Reasons To Make this Your Next Adventure

Hamish McMaster


A whitewater rafting trip down the Zambezi is one of the world’s classic adventures. Our guests love the chance to relax and truly unwind on a seven day trip down the Mighty Zambezi. It offers many opportunities a shorter trip does not with awe inspiring scenery, wildlife, gigantic beaches and one incredible conclusion – a […]

The Five Best Big Water Rafting ‘Fixes’ After Running The Zambezi

Hamish McMaster


We are often asked by our clients after rafting the Zambezi, ‘what next?’ With it’s big warm water, gorgeous beaches and excellent wildlife, what could possibly match it? Here are our (and our guests) favourite follow on rivers to the Mighty Zambezi. The Brahmaputra River, India. This river offers a real expedition feel. The Great […]

Romance On The River?

Hamish McMaster


Picture the scene; a beautiful sandy beach, a stunning sunset, great food, a glass of wine in hand, surrounded by the sounds of nature; A romantic scene in its simplicity. And add to this a group of fun like-minded people, getting together in an environment without the need for modern facades. No need for decoration. […]

5 Must Do Experiences In Nepal

Hamish McMaster


Welcome to the magical land of Nepal. This incredible Himalayan nation as well as having some of the world’s most exciting river trips is home to some amazing vistas and history, well worth looking into on your next adventure. You simply can’t go to Nepal and not take a scenic Everest Flight. These flights leave […]

Is Rafting Scary, Or Am I Just A Wimp?

Hamish McMaster


Whitewater rafting over the years has been plagued by a number of myths scaring regular people away from this safe and fun vacation. We are sure you have heard a few of these over the years. When it comes to going on a rafting holiday, ask plenty of questions to your outfitter. You will flip […]

10 Of The World’s Best Rapids

Hamish McMaster


Always open to debate amongst guides and guests alike, here are some of our favourite rafting rapids that we get to run each and every year. Despite this not being an exhaustive list, it is based on what we hear from you, our guest, and what the guides love to run as well. By all […]