Raft the Apurimac- new 1 day

1 day
Full Day
About this activity
Itinerary

This is a unique chance to paddle a 1-day section of the mighty Rio Apurimac, through a 3000m deep canyon on the true source of the Rio Amazon. This is a full day of adventure and you will be rewarded with spectacular views, amazing class 3 -4 whitewater, pristine beaches and great memories.

We pick you up early from Cusco for the spectacular drive to the Apurimac canyon, hopefully glimpsing on route the snow-capped Vilcanota mountain range and Salcantay Massif before descending an incredible road into the canyon to our starting point on the banks of the Apurimac. Here we inflate our rafts, 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.

We travel through the most spectacular canyon with world-class rapids, interspersed with gentle floats, elusive wildlife and amazing scenery. We stop to explore side canyons, have lunch on a deserted beach before enjoying more fun rapids to our take out at Puente Huallpacachaca where we celebrate our day with cold drinks, before jumping in the vehicles for the journey back to your hotel, having had a genuine “mini-expedition” on the Rio Apurimac.

Included
  • all rafting and safety equipment
  • Bottled water - We do not use single use plastic. We take a large bidon of bottled water for you to refill from: You should bring a drinking bottle to fill.
  • Breakfast
  • Snacks
  • Lunch
  • Private transportation
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
90% Cultural
65% Original
35%