Upper Napo River – Class III

Day Trip - from/to Tena The Upper Rio Napo is also known as the Rio Jatunyacu, which means “BIG WATER” in Quichua. “Big” is probably the best word to describe this river – BIG WAVES and BIG FUN! A great trip for both beginners and experts; it has the perfect combination of exciting rapids, calm pools, and fabulous jungle scenery to delight everybody.

Itinerary:

The trip begins in the morning, around 8.30 am in Tena. We head out into the jungle for about 45 minutes to our starting point near the village of Cando.

Before setting off we will provide you with a life jacket and helmet, give you a comprehensive safety briefing, introduce you to your guide, and then train your team in the paddling techniques needed to navigate our way down the river. Once ready the boat will push off from shore and within seconds you will find yourself being drenched in the first rapids, Pimpilala being one of the biggest. After this first shot of adrenaline the fun continues as you crash through walls of whitewater, explore a hidden canyon, drift silently along sheer river cliffs, and take a swim in the refreshing waters.

During the trip we will stop on an expansive beach for a delicious picnic lunch that includes fresh tropical fruits and is served with soft drinks, juice and water. At the end of the trip we celebrate a great day out with a few ice-cold beers or sodas. The drive from the take-out back to Tena takes about ten minutes. Arrival time is approximately 4pm but may be earlier or later depending on the river level. (-/BL/-)

 
Services:

• Rafting day tour as described, with private transportation
• Qualified English- or German-speaking travel guides
• Meals as described in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, BL=Box Lunch, D=Dinner)
• Equipment (boats, paddles, helmets, life vests etc.)

Non-included services:

• Suitable sports/swim wear
• Not specified meals and beverages
• Tips and personal expenses

Please be advised: Services listed in the itinerary may be subject to change due to  organizational or climate factors.

 
Prices:

Minimum number of participants: 2

Rio Upper Napo, day trip

All prices are per person in USD, valid until 31.10. 2012.

Subject to change. Prices may be higher on national holidays.