Body Rafting at the Alcantara gorges, an amazing river adventure in Sicily.
WHY CHOOSE IT
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One of the best experience in Sicily;
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Wonderful river landscapes;
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The columnar basalts
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A lot of adrenaline;
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A lot of fun;
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Body rafting is carried out into the gorge, not outside;
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All equipment included;
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Specialized instructors;
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Personal insurance for injury and medical assistance;
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Free internal parking subject to availability;
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Showers and realx area;
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Entrance Ticket to Alcantara Park.
ACTIVITY SNAPSHOT
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Availability : All days
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Sport Level : It's necessary the participants have no mobility problems of any kind, and a minimum height of 120cm (3,93 feet)
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Duration : 2 hours 30 minutes
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Languages : Italian, English, French
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Opening Seasons : from April until October
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Sessions time : 10:00am, 12:00pm from July also at 3:00pm in August also at 5:00pm; on October only at 11.00am
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Minimum Age : All kids higher than 120 cm (3,93 feet) can do body rafting
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Minimum Height : 120 centimeters
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Maximum Weight : 110 Kg
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What to bring : A change, beach towel, swimsuit
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Ticket : The ticket include the access at the Alcantara park from the stairs.
START POINT
ALCANTARA GORGES PARK
DESCRIPTION
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.
This experience starts at the Body Rafting Center, it's provided of parking, 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 current of 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.
The ascent of the river will take some of your energy but will give you back many good feelings: the current push you down, the natural spectacle all around, the sounds and the wonderful 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.
Body Rafting is leaded by specialized and authorized guides. Each group will be followed by several guides who will help the participants along the way. All participants are insured with a personal accident insurence registered during the check-in.
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.
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.
WHAT IT INCLUDES
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2 hours 30 minutes of Body Rafting.
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Equipments: helmet, wetsuit, shoes and life jacket.
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Free internal parking subject to availability.
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Free deposit of personal objects.
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Rafting Instructor and Guide.
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Ticket (The ticket include the access at the Alcantara park from the stairs)
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Personal insurance for injuries with medical assistance
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Showers and relax area.
HOW IT WORKS
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Send a booking request
Book and wait for the definitive confirmation. Until our confirmation, the payment will only be pre-authorized.
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Will get an answer in 60 minutes
Only after confirmation the deposit will be paid out.
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Check your email for confirmation and instructions
After confirmation you will receive an email containing all the instructions to partecipate at the activity, including the number of the person in charge on site. If you can't find the email, check your Spam folder.
If you don't have a car but want to take part with Body Rafting, here is a detailed guide on How to Reach the Alcantara Gorges from every part of Sicily. To participate in Body Rafting is required booking, not booking on place are accepted. Our Body Rafting Center is right next to the bus stop. We remind you that reaching the Gorges on time is your responsibility, suggested guide is for informational purposes only, we are not responsible for any delays or disruptions by the transport company.
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