Rafting Toachi and Blanco Rivers, 2days/1night, private

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Prolong the thrill the Toachi affords by extending your stay and going westward for an intense paddling on the thunderous white-capped rapids where the Blanco(white) meets the Toachi, with the added excitement of the lush tropical setting.

Both the Toachi River and the Blanco river are born high in the Andean cloud forests and thunder their way west towards the tropical rain forest along the Ecudorian Coast. The Blanco River is named for its continuous and thunderous white-capped rapids that provide rafters with constant thrills year-round.

Itinerary

Day 1

Toachi River:
Early departure from Quito towards the coastal lowlands near Santo Domingo. The Road winds through dense Andean Cloud Forests and descends approximately 2,500 meters. After a safety briefing at our put-in we will navigate up to 40 kilometers of the best white water west of the Andes! Depending on water levels, our rafting adventure will take us between four and five hours. Later in the afternoon we will arrive at our deluxe hotel. Dinner will be served in a lush tropical setting.

Day 2

Blanco River:
The morning will begin with a westward descent on the Rio Blanco, which later joins the thunderous River Toachi, where thrilling rapids and intense paddling will fill the bulk of our adventure. Beautiful jungle landscapes and a variety of bird life will surround you all day. At the end of our run we will enjoy a nutritious riverside lunch. Return to Quito in the late afternoon.

Included

• Professional rafting equipment, life jacket, helmet
• Accommodations and meals as described
• Private transportation
• (A.C.A) certified/bilingual guide

Travel Facts

• Travel time: 3 hours each way from Quito
• Rafting Time: 3-5 hours depending on water levels each day
• Season: All year
• Level: Challenging (Class III+)
• Altitude: 750 m. To 530 m.
• Average Temperature: Day 18-34 °C
• Average Temperature: Night 13-17 °C
• Suggested to bring: Water sandals, sun block and insect repellent 

Information Rates per Person (US$) 2 persons 755.00

2013

PRICES PER PERSON 2013
1	2	3	4	5 - 9	10 - 15	16 - 25
N/A	755,00	558,00	478,00	385,00	334,00	270,00

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