So you’ve finally planned your family vacation this year and decided to take a river rafting trip. Whitewater Rafting is family fun for groups as small as 4 or as large as family reunions. However, rafting with children requires some extra precautions and you should contact the provider for additional facilities, safety protocol, and rafting lessons for your children.
Rafting trips can be as short as half a day or as long as 4-5 days. Choose the one that suits you best and your level of experience. A half-day or full-day rafting trip with gentle whitewater that is suitable for even the smallest children. Run through the rapids, swim, play, watch the wildlife and have a lot of fun! Make reservations as soon as possible to choose the place and dates of your river.
Also find out if the clothing supplier is providing meals or not. Some trips offer buffets, while others do not. Some vendors will provide all the rafting equipment and food for the entire trip, and others will provide camping equipment and facilities for your trip. Also find out if other children will be coming for the trip. Your children will surely have a great time with others. Some companies even offer interesting games and activities specially designed for children.
Now, you also need to pack the proper clothing and shelter for the trip. Wear clothes that you feel comfortable in. Bring comfortable walking shoes or sneakers to explore the shoreline. If you expect cooler weather, bring clothing that will keep you dry. Layers are also a great way to keep warm during your rafting trip.
Also bring family tents or other shelters so that you can sleep peacefully at night. Everything you bring should be packed in a waterproof bag or case. In fact, it is better not to wear something that will spoil if it gets wet.
Rafting with the family can be a fun and enjoyable affair! Have fun!