Rafting (sports rafting). What is rafting

There is an interesting legend about the appearance of rafting, as rafting on rapids on an inflatable watercraft - a raft. And this story speaks of the appearance of rafts in Vietnam, during the war. At that time, they were used for their intended purpose - for the transportation of goods, the transfer of military personnel and ammunition through the country's waterways. Somehow, on the Mekong River, during the crossing, one of the rafts broke away from the leash and, together with it, went into the rapids. I think it's not worth saying that a soldier's life implies the invention of all kinds of amusements, to defuse the atmosphere and the monotonous days of service. And here you have a raft, and rapids, and there is no lack of rowing power - fun, wet and funny. So they called it rafting.

True or not, it was from that moment that rafting began to be called both commercial travel and river rafting, and a sports offshoot, which many perceive as a fun and not serious sport, is very mistaken.

Raft (original definition) - an inflatable boat, intended for the landing of troops in waves of no more than 3 points. During the landing operation in Normandy in 1944, the American special forces unsuccessfully tried to land on the coast on rafts.

Talking about rafting as a kind of active rest, then in Ukraine everyone began to call rafting indiscriminately. Rafting - rafting (regardless of the rapids on the river), kayaking - rafting, rafting on a catamaran - rafting, rafting on a donut and a life buoy in the form of a duck - rafting, water tourism- rafting. Perhaps only kayaking remained untouched, fortunately.

For the first time, our man saw a raft in 1989 at the Chuya Rally competition, which was first held in 1989 in Altai.

This event brought together 350 watermen from all inhabited continents and one and a half thousand spectators. 144 crews of ships of absolutely different classes from 14 countries of the world took part in the competition: Zambia, Nepal, Costa Rica, Venezuela, Austria, New Zealand, USA, etc. It is worth noting that the “gold” went to the athletes of the USSR, New Zealand - “silver”, Great Britain - “bronze”

"Chuya-Rally" is a significant, probably even legendary event for all followers of water tourism in post-Soviet space. Until now, you can find a lot of information about this event on the net, and from each article it breathes atmosphere and an unforgettable experience of the participants ...

But we have gone off topic. The chief judge of the Chuya Rally competition in 1989 noted well that the superiority foreign colleagues in the production of alloy equipment is not in ideas, but in technology. Perhaps it was technology and relative design simplicity that allowed rafts to become almost the most common type of watercraft in the world.

By the middle of the twentieth century, various "water" festivals and numerous competitions began to be held. By the beginning of the 90s, the development of the international raft movement began to require the unification of the rules for holding competitions. In 1997, the International Rafting Federation (IFR) was formed.

In the West, rafts became a popular means of rafting long before the Chuya Rally. But domestic water tourism, which had been developing in isolation for a long time, did not accept this “miracle of hostile technology”. The only exceptions were those organizations that then participated in tourist exchange programs with foreign countries and who, willy-nilly, had to master a new class of ships. Skeptics from the tourist community expressed the opinion that "these pools will not take root: they do not have the stability of a raft and the maneuverability of a catamaran", but they were wrong. Raft took root firmly and for a long time.

Rafting - rafting on mountain rivers on ships of a certain design. Rafting is both a sport in which official competitions are held: championships and cups of the World, Europe, national championships, and an active recreation with an invariable attribute - rafting in white water in order to get a thrill.

On this moment There are many types of rafts for commercial and sport rafting. Conventionally, all of them can be divided into “ours”, “not ours” and Ukrainian.

Classic raft can be called an inflatable boat with a length to width ratio of approximately two to one and a side diameter of 40-60 centimeters. The total volume of inflatable elements is 2.5-3.5 cubic meters. Passenger capacity - from 4 to 18 people.

If we take US manufacturers, then we will see many options for rafts and, oddly enough, catamarans, but not our motive. Unfortunately, it is not realistic to try all this with us, for the simple reason that there are no products on our market ... which is a pity.

In Ukraine, there is no such water potential as, for example, in Russia, there are no such powerful and rapids for holding full-fledged competitions and using the raft as a priority vessel, along with a catamaran. But still, the “reduction” and the development of design ideas in this area are less than the desired level. There are simple and high-quality rafts and there are "author's". So, the authors are strongly advised not to sew rafts in the garage, in which the seams diverge more often than we would like, but they probably have not heard about the concepts of contours, calculating the volume of cylinders, and simply reliability. There are more and more similar "stumps" on the water every year. Cheap and cheerful. But the authors obviously do not think about the safety of people who were lucky enough to raft on them, unfortunately.

We do not produce sports rafts. There is no need, there is no demand, there is no competition, and only a couple of companies make high-quality rafts, in fact, being monopolists in the regions.

Four years ago, we asked to make a tethered inflatable bottom, taking the Time-trial raft (St. Petersburg) as an example. It has become better, now there is a human drain of excess water.

Now these rafts are successfully sold, just because of one small intervention on our part and, according to the manufacturer, not only in Ukraine. But that's where it all stopped for now. You can not invent a bicycle, but take an analogue and make a copy with modifications, but no one is in a hurry to improve the quality.

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Where to go for those who are just about to make their first rafting?

Rushing along a swift river, overcoming rapids and waterfalls, seeing with your own eyes the few remaining wild corners of the world - this is accessible to people who are passionate about rafting. However, it all starts with simple routes and small descents along the river under the guidance of an experienced instructor. Where to go for those who are just about to make their first rafting?

On the territory of this country there are many fast-moving rivers along which you can move on inflatable rafts. In the south, not far from the extremely popular Antalya, travel agencies have developed routes for several hours along the Köprüçay River through the most beautiful national park Koprulu Canyon, which any absolutely unprepared person can overcome.
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Tip for a beginner: in many countries you can be offered the simplest rafting - rafting on inflatable rafts for 6-12 people along calm sections of mountain rivers. A guide-instructor will sit behind, leading the group. Even children of conscious age are allowed to go on such an excursion. You will have a calm walk for 1-4 hours and a couple of simple rapids that you can easily overcome, you just need to carefully listen to the instructions of the guide-instructor driving the boat.

The route for one and a half to two hours along the canyon of the Tara River does not pose any particular dangers, but it promises picturesque landscapes: you will sail through clear turquoise-blue water between steep cliffs rising to the very sky, covered with lush emerald vegetation. The road to the place of rafting is also noteworthy, winding along a mountain serpentine through passes and dozens of tunnels.

Tip for a beginner: before departure, you will definitely be instructed. You must be taught how to sit on board the raft correctly, how to row with oars, how to overcome various obstacles and how to behave in various extreme situations. And do not forget: you need to hold on with your feet, easily tearing off your fifth point during the “jumps”.

In general, the average difficulty level of rafting in Croatia is 3rd category. A couple of tens of kilometers from the famous resort town Split leaks beautiful river Cetina is considered by many to be the best place for rafting in this country. Some especially interesting places the canyon can only be seen by rafting on the water, and such trips belong to the first category and are accessible even to children.

Tip for a beginner: of course, “calm rafting” is almost safe, but surprises are possible on any, even the most harmless river. Therefore, you must accurately understand the instructions of the guide. If he does not speak well in a language you know or his speech is slurred, look for another instructor and another company.

Covered with lakes and rivers, Finland offers dozens of interesting routes different levels. best season for alloy in this northern country- late spring and summer when standing warm weather, and the rivers are still full of water after the spring flood. The most experienced and courageous tend to set off immediately after the snow melts: at this time, any calm river shows character and turns into a swift roaring stream. Among the most beautiful and popular routes- a four-hour journey through the rapids of Ruunaa in Finnish Karelia.

Tip for a beginner: Most often, beginners are concerned about the question: what can happen? If you fell out of the raft and ended up in the water, immediately start rowing towards the raft, try to grab the rope, give the oar to those sitting in the boat, after which they should help you get back on board. Did you find yourself too far from the raft after the fall? The instructor will throw you a special strong rope.

Another of the most unpleasant incidents during rafting is the overturning of the raft. Unless it happened in a “barrel” (backward turbulent flow, which should not be on beginner routes), try to hold on to the raft and never let go of the rope that is stretched around its side.

On one of the two largest Abkhazian rivers, you can find an easy route from the confluence with the Gega River and almost to the Black Sea, its passage will take about an hour. The most experienced begin rafting from the upper reaches, where the river is very dangerous. From May to June, the descent of the river for beginners is difficult, because in early summer its current is very fast. In the second half of the hot season, even children can raft down the Bzyb.

Tip for a beginner: when choosing a route for rafting, do not overestimate your strength. To get started, gain experience on less turbulent rivers. Rafting routes are classified on a six-point scale. River 1 is not very fast, with several non-hazardous rapids, this is the kind of rafting that is usually sold in resorts. Special training and proven skills require routes from 3, on which you need to constantly maneuver. Level 6 - for experienced experts. Such routes are very dangerous and often lead to serious injuries.

One of the most beautiful Altai rivers waiting for rafting enthusiasts from 12 years old. Not difficult routes accessible to beginners and unprepared people, although local rapids will still give you a small dose of adrenaline. Advanced athletes choose dangerous river Argut or rapid Chuya.

Newbie tip: if you decide to take a more serious route, be prepared for significant physical activity, so before you embark on a journey, practice. Of course, you will have a life jacket, but despite it, you must not be afraid of the water and be able to swim well.

On the northern rivers you can find many easy routes. To immerse yourself in rafting "with your head", it is worth going on a hike for a few days. One of the best places for such trips is Karelia, the Pistajoki River. In a week, you will have time not only to overcome the rapids, but also to wander through the forests, pick berries and mushrooms, and fish. The main danger in these places is mosquitoes.

Tip for a beginner: serious rafting takes place in mountain rivers, the water in them is icy, so be sure to wear a special neoprene suit that will protect you from the cold if you find yourself in the water. Carefully adjust the life jacket to your size (it should fit snugly around the body) and helmet. All this equipment must be provided by the company organizing rafting. And do not forget about the shoes - they should not fall off your feet!

In this country, many rivers are suitable for rafting and you can find rafting of any level of difficulty. For beginners, rafting on the Trisuli River is suitable. However, keep in mind that from June to October the river becomes full-flowing and more difficult to pass, while the best time for rafting is from February to April.

Tip for a beginner: when going rafting, you should be prepared for the fact that the routes usually pass through wild deserted and hard-to-reach places, where, in the event of an accident, rescue operation will be expensive and render medical care it will be hard. Going abroad, in any case, do not neglect special insurance, which will indicate that you are going to raft.

Perhaps, this is the most popular river among rafting fans in the south of Ukraine. It fascinates with contrast, speed of flow, rapid change of landscapes. During the passage of the rapids, beginners are not up to the beauties of nature, but in calm areas you will have time to see lush southern vegetation and flowering meadows natural park"Granite-steppe buoy", included in the list of "7 natural wonders Ukraine".

Newbie tip: if you feel that you are already tired of primitive routes, it is worth approaching the river with big amount rapids, rifts and waterfalls. Of course oh independent organization alloy is out of the question. You need to contact a special company that organizes such trips. When choosing a company, find out what equipment they have. You should be provided not only with the rafts themselves, but also with light non-sinking oars, helmets, comfortable life jackets with at least three straps. It does not hurt to ask about the precautions and what actions the company will take in an emergency.

In the province of Mugla in the southwestern part of Anatolia, rafting enthusiasts with at least a little experience are usually rafting along the Doloman River. IN downstream the easier category 2 route can be used by "advanced" beginners. It is better to go to the upper reaches of more prepared rafters who are not afraid to go down the river of the third level of difficulty.

Tip for a beginner: all of the above refers to the so-called "commercial" rafting, organized by some company. In order to organize an independent descent, you need to train a lot and for a long time. Most people who are fond of this sport never dare to do this: it is too difficult to deliver equipment, it is too dangerous to develop new routes. However, some still become professionals and even take part in the annual World Championship.

Rafting in Altai is the brightest and most dynamic. Season - July and August. Usually rafting is offered along the middle Katun, and for experienced rafters, the Chuya-Katun, Chuya-Bashkaus-Chulyshman links. The rivers of Altai are fed mainly by glaciers. Altai mountains, therefore, they are most full-flowing in the summer heat, which determines the rafting season in Altai.

Katun - mountain river mainly with thresholds 3-4, sometimes 5 categories of difficulty (in big water). Despite the high category of difficulty, rafting on the Katun is accessible to beginners and forgives many mistakes.

For rafting along the Chuya, a small area saturated with rapids is used closer to its confluence with the Katun. The river is interesting for extreme rafting with powerful rapids of the 5th category of difficulty.

Bashkaus and Chulyshman are rivers with a large number of rapids of 3-5 category of difficulty. Rafting on them is recommended only for experienced rafters and desperate thrill-seekers.

Rafting in Karelia can be divided into spring rafting on high water and rafting in Karelia in the summer. Rafting season in Karelia - from May 1 to early August.

Alloys on May holidays Karelia attracts a large number of extreme tourists. Since the rivers of Karelia are mostly snow-fed, in early May there is a lot of water in them, the rapids are the most difficult to pass. The most popular are rafting on the Shuya, Uksa and Tohmajoki rivers.

IN summer time In southern Karelia, rafting along the Shuya River is the most popular, which are weekend and weekly. In summer, the water level in the rivers is not so high, the rapids are easily passed, the weather is warm and comfortable. In July, you can organize rafting with children. We recommend rafting with children on the Shuya River.

Rafting on the river Uksa on the May holidays is one of the most popular tours, since the river is available for rafting for a little over a month - from May 1 to June 12. Further shallow. But it is during the May holidays on Uksa that the rapids become the most interesting in passing. Many generations of water tourists gained experience by passing the rapids "Pink Elephant" and "Mill" on Uksa.

Interesting for rafting and some rivers North Karelia, for example, Okhta, Chirka-Kem. The main charm of these rivers is a small number of tourists. The rapids are mostly 2-3 categories of difficulty. And what forests are here! If you are looking for solitude, go rafting on the Okhta River.

Rafting on the Kola Peninsula is possible along the Umba and Tumcha rivers. The rapids of these rivers are not difficult, the nature is incredibly beautiful. You are waiting for endless white nights by the fire. From Moscow to these places you need 1.5 days to go by train, but believe me, it's worth it!

Recently, rafting in the Moscow region has been gaining popularity. Although there are no rapids in the Moscow region, many people choose rafting for families, corporate holiday or relaxing with a noisy company. The raft allows the group to sail and communicate with each other. And if there are a lot of newcomers in the group, the motor saves the situation.

For family vacation on the water, rafting on the Shuya River is ideal.

Looking for thrill and love outdoor activities? Then this comparatively the new kind tourism is what you need. If you're not afraid to get wet, welcome aboard.

Today it is one of the most interesting and quite popular ways of outdoor activities. It's trendy water sports, which is interesting for its exciting flow and transferred emotions.

So, rafting is an extreme rafting on mountain rivers or artificially created rowing channels with rough waters. Where did this tourism get its name from? As often happens, a foreign word is to blame. An inflatable raft for rafting is called a raft(from English raft), and, accordingly, the ending “ ing» gives the name the meaning of action.

A modern boat for rafting on mountain rivers has little in common with an ordinary raft. However, this is due to sufficient danger, because of which the vehicle must be more reliable.

What is a raft

Of course, the reliability and safety of the raft is what was taken into account in this sport in the first place. That is why today the “raft” itself has the following characteristics:

• inflatable boat made of modern materials;
• special design and shape;
• high stability on water;
• capacity 4-20 people.

Thanks to these properties, an inflatable raft for rafting can be called a "water all-terrain vehicle". But in order to easily overcome the route, you still need to familiarize yourself with all the rules and study some of the features.

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What are the types of rafting

It cannot be said that several varieties of this active recreation are very clearly distinguished. However, the purpose of the alloys themselves is distinguished. There is the following classification:

• Expedition rafting. Travel for scientific purposes by a specially trained group of people.
• Hiking rafting. Tourist rafting on the river, which may even include a walk along still water. For fans of extreme sports, “white waters” are often deliberately laid - routes with obstacles and rapids.
• Sports rafting. A pure sport in which teams compete and score points for their results.

It must be understood that if you decide to ride an inflatable raft along a mountain river, the safety of your life depends on the whole team. After all, each person in the "raft" has his own duties, which are distributed by the instructor. If you are part of a team, be prepared to do some of the three types rowing:

• Swinging oars.
• Canoe way.
• Combined way.

The second method is most often used in sports rafting. Members of the group sit along the sides, and behind them is one or two helmsmen. When hiking - swing oars are more popular. The main thing is to listen carefully to the instructor.

This extreme activity can be considered harmless if all safety standards are observed, the guide-escort has extensive experience, and the complexity of the river section corresponds to the group's level of training. In this situation, the stable position of the inflatable boat is easily maintained and the rafting is completed successfully.

Rafting equipment

Surely, you have already guessed that the participants have special protective equipment. What is included in the equipment? Participants must be equipped with safety helmets, life jackets, thermal insulating clothing and special footwear for descending through fast and turbulent streams.

Mountain streams are potentially dangerous, and besides, they can carry quite cold water. Before you start your journey, be sure to check that you have all the necessary equipment.

The best rivers for rafting

For lovers of outdoor activities and tourism, we provide the most exciting places for rafting on mountain rivers on the whole planet:

Yangtze (China). It is famous for being one of the deepest and longest rivers on the entire continent of Eurasia. In addition, rafting enthusiasts note the charm of the surrounding landscapes in that area.

Colorado (USA). It impresses with its beautiful flora and fauna. Especially captures the site in the Grand Canyon area. It is one of the most popular whitewater rivers and attracts rafters with many rapids and canyons.

Zambezi (Zimbabwe). This river boasts a large number of waterfalls and rapids. The wonder of nature - Victoria Falls - is an important attraction South Africa. Rafting here will be unforgettably exciting for tourists.

Many in Lately interested in: rafting - what is it? In a general sense, rafting is rafting on turbulent rivers with rapids on frameless inflatable boats. large sizes. Rafts are quite reliable and stable, have great buoyancy, so you don’t have to worry about your safety. One of the most important advantages of such a holiday is the capacity of the raft (from 6 to 12 people), and this allows you to go on extreme sailing with a large company.

Rafting in detail

Let's figure it out: rafting - what is it, swimming exclusively on rivers? In fact, this is a broad concept and means all kinds extreme recreation on rivers, rapids and waterfalls. This is not just a risk, but a spirit of competition and overcoming. And also a separation in the full sense of the word - from the earth, civilization and the usual way of life.

Rafting is an original way to get acquainted with the water element. Often, rafting refers to any activity on the water where rafts are used. Since water tourism involves a certain risk, it was exclusively the privilege of professionals. But it was so until the raft was invented - a vessel that can be used for rafting on water bodies of any complexity.

Russian Rafting Federation

In Russia, rafting has been recognized as an official sport since 2003. The Rafting Federation of the Russian Federation is a non-profit organization and has been operating since 2001. This organization received accreditation in 2003. Competitions in this sport are included in international, all-Russian and interregional sporting events. The Russian Rafting Federation is also a member of the International Rafting Federation. Judges in this sport must meet certain qualification requirements.

Rafting preparation

Each of the participants in the rafting must first of all think about their safety. Vessels must be of high quality, and equipment must be reliable. The design of the raft should provide extreme sports enthusiasts with additional insurance against falling overboard (inflatable crossbars that fix the legs). Participants in the swim also wear a helmet and in addition, sometimes additional equipment will be useful. For example, if the water in the river is icy, then you should think about a wetsuit, you can also pick up comfortable shoes - boots with ribbed rubber soles. Rafting tours can only be done by those who can swim, because even if you are wearing a life jacket, it will not be able to deliver a person to the shore on its own.

At the same time, the most reliable rescuer is the raft itself, and if you suddenly find yourself overboard in a stormy river, it is better to go through all the obstacles holding tightly to the raft than to get to the shore by self-rafting.

How to take part in the rafting tour?

To participate in rafting, the participant must assess the difficulty of the route. It, in particular, depends on the obstacles to be overcome. Obstacles will be stones in the river bed, rapids (areas with a difference in water level), as well as other irregularities in the water flow (swells, plums, barrels). It should be noted that barrels cause great difficulties - areas with reverse flow, which occurs at the point where water masses fall from the drain. They can obstruct the movement of the vessel and carry it back into the water stream, where it is possible to roll over. There is a world classification of the complexity of obstacles in sections of water bodies. In total there are 6 categories of difficulty. Therefore, the higher the difficulty number, the more dangerous and risky the route.

Reviews

Every year everything more people want to feel the fullness of emotions that rafting can give. Reviews about this activity are only positive. Moreover, many fans of this sport note that it is worth trying at least once to ride like this - and then it is impossible to stop. Even many lovers of passive recreation note that after they swam on a raft on a mountain river, they did not regret at all that they risked doing something unusual for themselves.

How is the swim going?

For people who do not have special training, no higher than the 3rd category is permissible. For those who want to fully experience adrenaline in large doses, special expeditions are offered. However, only those tourists who have already descended the steep rapids more than once dare to take such a risk.

During the trip, people sit on the sides of the raft and, under the guidance of an instructor, row with oars. The guide will give simple commands about the direction of the paddles. On difficult routes, the instructors of the unit are athletes. Rafting is not only rowing, but also stops in beautiful places with cooking on a fire, overnight stays, songs with a guitar.

Travel geography

Now that we have dealt with all the details, we hope you will no longer wonder: rafting - what is it? Therefore, let's move on to an overview of the most popular routes. The most famous centers rafting are Karelia, the Caucasus and Altai. However, there are other equally interesting routes: Siberia, Yakutia, Far East, Ural. As part of such tours, you can not only go rowing, but also get acquainted with amazing beauties reserved and wild regions of Russia.

Karelia

Our country has many unique water routes that you can travel from spring to autumn. A large number of rafting tours are organized in Karelia. For rafting there is plenty to choose from. The most popular rivers are Suna, Shuya, Okhta, Chirka-Kem and others. On Shuya, even children can participate in the rafting. This river flows through densely populated places on steep high banks covered with pine forest. There are also many beaches and, of course, rapids of the second degree of difficulty. Those who want to get a particularly thrilling experience can take a trip along the difficult rapids of the Okhta River. Rafting in Karelia is a great variety of route options. The Psta River, which flows through the northern part of the republic and flows into

A characteristic property of the rivers of Karelia is the alternation of lake areas with river ones. One of the most exciting is the Janisjoki-Valaam-Ladoga Skerries tour, which is designed for a week. It includes a journey through rocky bays among Ladoga Islands, rafting on the Janisjoki River and a tour of the homestead, which is located in a fabulous beautiful place. Rafting in Karelia is an unforgettable experience along routes of varying difficulty.

Murmansk

Enough interesting route for lovers of rafting is the river Umbozera ( Murmansk region). Throughout its length there are rapids, reaches, lakes (there are places up to the 4th category of complexity). The best place for rafting on this river - July-August. Such a vacation will appeal to those who love active, but secluded recreation, fishing, northern berries and mushrooms.

Caucasus

In the Caucasus, Mzymta also attracts the attention of tourists. By the way, it is on them, as well as on the mountain rivers of Altai, that the rafting federation holds the stages of the Russian Rafting Championship. The source of the Mzymta is in the mountains, then it flows through a narrow valley and flows into the Black Sea near Adler. Rafting from the Ah-Tsu gorge is in demand among mothers with children, because here rafting takes place almost on calm water. But there are also more difficult routes: from the Krasnopolyanskaya hydroelectric power station to the Akh-tsu gorge. In some areas, the raft even begins to jump along the huge shafts, overcoming the stormy water abyss.

The path along the Belaya River is one of the most extreme. Here, in a small area, a number of rapids are concentrated: Teatralny, Toporiki, Kishi-1, Kishi-2 and Topory. The last three are considered the fifth category of difficulty. The Ax threshold is generally insurmountable, so the participants carry the rafts along the shore, and the Kishi-2 threshold is passed with the help of additional insurance. Only for the most daring and courageous such an excursion is suitable. Rafting is really a test not only of the body, but also of the spirit.

Altai

In Altai, most of the rivers have a mountainous stormy character. In the region, rafting is most common along the Katun and its tributary Chuya. Chuya is a mountain river with rather difficult rapids. Katun is a large and wide body of water with mighty ramparts; it originates on the slope of the high mountain Siberia - Beluga whales. You can also sequentially go through both reservoirs. Rafting on the Chuya River is considered much more difficult: during the rafting, tourists overcome thresholds from the third to the fifth category of difficulty. In order to successfully pass them, you will need well-coordinated teamwork, composure and endurance. The Horizon threshold is especially striking, here the Chuya River seethes and rumbles between two narrow rocky cliffs, and then turns sharply by as much as 90 degrees. But the thresholds do not end there. Only in the lower reaches of the Katun you can relax, there is no particular danger here, even children are allowed to take this route.

You'll like it!

So, rafting - what is it? This is an exciting adventure, and the release of emotions, and victory over yourself and the water element. At the same time, remember that there are clear rules that must be followed. Only if rafting will safe rest, he can bring a lot of pleasure.