Body Rafting at the Alcantara gorges, an amazing river adventure in Sicily.

DESCRIPTION

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The wonderful lava canyon through which the Alcantara River flows, is one of the most visited nature attractions in Sicily. Into this fascinating place you will experience the body rafting. Importnat to know: respect the other agencies we propose the body rafting into the lava gorge, that's very protagonist of the Alcantara park and set of some famous spots.

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This experience starts at the Body Rafting Center, equipped with showers and a small relax area. After a short briefing during which you will wear the wetsuit* and full equipment (equipment included), you will ready to face the river. During the ascent we will encounter natural obstacles such as small waterfalls or rocks, which require an adventure mood. Your inseparable travel companion will be adrenaline it will helps you to face every challenge.

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The ascent of the river will take some of your energy, but will give you back many good feelings: the current will push you down but with a little effort you will win it, all around the nature kingdom sorrounded you with its sounds and sun light that shines all over on the black basalt canyon. The ascent finish to the Venus waterfall where will begins the descent. Under the control of the guides you will lay down on the water surface to start with the descent, a few meters will be enough to replace the fear with a feeling of freedom and pure fun. Carried by the current you will find yourself sliding between rocks, rapids and little waterfalls surrounded by the beauty of a unique place in the world.

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Body Rafting is leaded by specialized and authorized guides. Each group will be followed by several guides will help the participants along the way. All participants are insured with a personal accident insurence registered during the check-in.​

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Do you have to swim?

No, you will not swim. Most of excursion is made in low waters, in any case you will wear the lifejacket that will float you up.

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What happens with bad weather?

You will be constantly updated in case of bad weather. If weather conditions do not allow the excursion, it will be possible to move it.

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Wetsuit and equipments disinfection

The personal equipment used during the activity: wetsuits, shoes and helmets, are sanitized after every use, through a disinfection process, which involves the use of specific products to wash neoprene and technical fabrics, certified and safe for health.

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WHAT IT INCLUDES

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• 2 hours 30 minutes of Body Rafting.

• Equipments: helmet, wetsuit, shoes and life jacket.

• Free internal parking subject to availability.

• Free deposit of personal objects.

• Rafting Instructor and Guide.

• Ticket (The ticket include the access at the Alcantara park from the stairs)

• Personal insurance for injuries with medical assistance

• Showers and relax area.