Best White Water Rafting Trips in the World

White Water Rafting Trips
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The best White Water Rafting trips are sought after for an adventuresome out of the ordinary trip that has excitement, great scenery, wildlife, with some physical activity. Whitewater rafting expeditions come in all flavors. As a mini-vacation close to home, or as an extended vacation to a remote part of the world where you can experience world class rafting with great scenery and cultural activities.

Depending on the class of river, some physical exertion is necessary. Our top choices require participants to be in good physical condition, an interest in adventure, and good judgment.

The criteria for the Best river rafting is based on rivers that fall into the Classes III - V, have long periods of rapids, and great scenery.





Whitewater Rafting River Difficulty Levels

Class I:  Easy - Skill Level: None
Class II:  Medium - Some rough water, some rocks, occasional maneuvering. Skill Level: Basic Paddling
Class III:  Difficult - Numerous waves, some small drops. Some rocks and significant maneuvering. Skill Level: Experienced
Class IV:  Very Difficult - Long rapids, medium drops, sharp maneuvers may be needed. Skill Level: Experienced, expert paddling
Class V:  Extremely Difficult - Large rapids, large boulders and hazards, a sharp drops. Skill Level: Advanced Experience, expert paddling
Class VI: Unmanageable - Rarely run. Dangerous - Serious risk of injury or death. Not attempted by group raft trips. Skill Level: Experts only.

The Best White Water Rafting Trips by Region

Africa White Water Rafting

Africa White Water Rafting

Africa White Water Rafting is an ideal setting where else can you experience class V rafting at one of the world's Seven Natural Wonders and exotic wildlife to boot.

Asia White Water Rafting Trips

Asia White Water Rafting Trips

Asia white water rafting is known for world-class white water, fantastic scenery, and ancient history, and culture.

Australia White Water Rafting

Australia White Water Rafting

Australia white water rafting destinations are known for their many relatively short and fast-flowing rivers. Our top choices cover the longer, overnight camping, out of the ordinary rafting experiences.

Canada White Water Rafting

Canada White Water Rafting

Canada white water rafting on a remote rafting expedition.is one of the best ways to explore Canada's wilderness and wildlife.

South America White Water Rafting

South America White Water Rafting

South America White Water Rafting trips are known for world class rivers originating in the Andes Mountains, has exciting expeditions that take you through spectacular canyons, tropical rain forests, and native villages.

USA White Water Rafting

USA White Water Rafting

USA White water Rafting Trips, especially in the west, are typically overnight camping trips where you can immerse yourself in the wilderness and in view of awesome scenery.