Ultimate White Water Experience - Bala

This is one double whammy of a white water experience! First off you will tackle the rapids in a 14 foot inflatable raft, you will fly down the steep, rocky course during an exhilarating and adrenaline fuelled taster session. Next up is the Orca Adventure which provides a unique opportunity to experience the thrill of white water rafting in a custom built Eurocraft Orca two-man inflatable raft. Read more about White Water Rafting with our Interview with UK White Water Rafting Team.

Agenda

The day starts with a safety briefing and being kitted out in the safety equipment and wetsuits. You will participate in a two hour rafting extravaganza in the morning, in the two hours you will get as many runs down the river as time allows; this is usually four runs.  This will be followed by an introduction to the Orcas before lunch (not provided). After the break you will be back on the water in the Orcas for a full afternoon tackling the rapids. Please arrive at the centre half an hour before your experience is due to start.

The Orcas provide the ultimate thrill for people who are looking for a cross between whitewater rafting and canoeing. They give you the chance to be in control of the raft and to negotiate the rapids yourself, but don't worry, there will be a qualified guide alongside in a kayak to help and offer you some expert advice. An amazing full day experience that will hit the spot for adrenaline seekers!

Restrictions
Minimum Age: 16
Weight Restrictions: 16 stone / Chest Size 48 (roughly)
All Participants must be confident in open water and be able to swim 25m with flotation device.
White Water Rafting is not suitable if you are pregnant.

Duration
Please allow a full day for this experience (normally 9am-4pm).

What to Wear / Equipment
All specialist equipment such as wetsuit, buoyancy aid and helmet will be provided by the centre. You should take your swim suit & towel, a spare pair of trainers and warm clothing to change into afterwards.

Group Size / Spectators
There will be a maximum of eight people in the 14ft raft and two people in the Orca. There is a cafe and other facilities for spectators.

Weather
Rafting operates in most conditions but may be affected by extreme weather conditions or flooding if the river is too swollen.

Availability
The availability for this experience is generally from December through to October, although dates can be negotiated with a big enough group size.

• Bala (Merioneth)