Water Rafting on the River Tana

INTRODUCTION

• One of the up-coming water sports in Kenya
• Done under the command of an experienced river guide
• Paddleboats are used unless otherwise requested
• Participants leave Nairobi at 8.00 Am. from Norfolk Hotel and return to the same place at 1800hrs on the last day.
• There is Idyllic Camp a site at the off points whether rafting or not the following facilities are available,
• Fishing, boat riding, bird watching, swimming for young kids, watered lawns to pitch the tents, plenty of shade, table and benches, toilets, and showers, fire grills, etc.
• The excursion takes 4 hours but those willing to take more days can do so at additional cost.
• Minimum group is four (4) and can leave any day.
  NB: Arrangements can be made to have you picked from wherever you are.

TANA RIVER RAFTING >> 1 DAY

Our premiere one day trip ideal for people with a day or two to spare when visiting Nairobi, or those basing themselves in the capital This will be an exciting day of thrills and often spills

With a great mix of high action whitewater (up to grade V) interspersed with scenic calm water where birdlife abounds. Not enough? Why not leap feet first into a big surfing hole, jump a 30ft waterfall or swim ‘The Devils Toilet Bowl’ (water level dependant).

MATHIOYA RIVER RAFTING >> 1-2 DAYS

The Mathioya is one of the hardest rafting rivers in Kenya with over 450m of descent over its 22km length. This is a narrow, technical river. It is fairly low volume even during the rainy season but contains serious, sustained grade IV/V whitewater. Previous experience is required.

We offer a two day package which includes a day on the Tana then a second, action packed day on the Mathioya River. The river can only be run during certain water levels.

ATHI RIVER RAFTING >> 1-3 DAYS

Flowing through Tsavo National Park, we raft up to 80km’s of Kenya’s second longest river with three days and three nights on the river. The river gives an awesome mixture of relaxing calm water with game viewing and abundant birdlife interspersed with some great whitewater
The trip is fully self supported with our guides providing all meals during your three days on the river. This trip is a must for those of you wanting a full wilderness rafting experience in the wilds of Kenya.

EWASO NG'IRO RIVER RAFTING >> 3 DAYS

This is a similar trip to the Athi, with three days and nights on the river. The river runs through Samburu National Park, where both the animals and river are wilder. Trip length and nature are as for the Athi River with more serious and sustained water.

GENERAL RAFTING INFORMATION & EQUIPMENTS:

1. All boats are manufactured by Avon of the UK with a crew capacity of six people.
2. Life jackets and helmets are supplied.
3. Load boat carries a comprehensive first aid and medicated kit
   Guides carry knives, throw bag, binas and pulley
4. Boats are paddled by participants themselves hence your participation is preferred.
5. A guide in each boat just gives commands and steers the boat.
   Participants have the opportunity to bring cameras or videos in the waterproof boxes or rent the waterproof cameras from us.

MAXIMUM AGE EXPERIENCE AND FITNESS

Usually from 14 years with parental consent.
No upper limits and depends on the individual fitness and health.
No previous experience is required except for Muthoya North River.

ACCOMMODATION

Tana, Athi and Ewaso Ngiro rivers, each night a camp is set up on the scenic point either on the river or sandbank.
Tana, Athi and Ewaso Ngiro rivers are where rafting is done.
Tents are small type with air beds and sleeping bags, which are provided.

GUEST REQUIREMENTS.

• Shorts (swimming Costumes).
• Shirts (long sleeved) pants for those with sensitive skins.
• A wider brimmed hat.
• A pair of fasten-able shoes or teva type sandals.
• Sun Screen of factor 25 or more.
• Personal toiletries and Malaria Prophylactics as applicable.

Optional - cameras, Gloves and socks (sunburn) Alight weight nylon rain jackets worn under your life jacket for cold weather or if it does rain while you are in the river.

Spare warm clothes to change at the end of the trip because what you wear while on the boat will get wet. If you would like to be among the first to raft the magnificent White Nile and enjoy the spectacular rapids and scenery of this mighty river we can arrange it for you at an affordable price.