Information

Although our packages differ in Xtrem´s, there are always the basic requirements for each sport. For each package your group organiser will be sent via E-mail an exact “what to bring” checklist, including the recommended clothing and personal necessities in order for you to participate.

For activities such as White-water rafting, Canyoning, and Diving, the basic requirements are:

• Bathing suit (to be worn under the wetsuit)
• A towel
• Backpack or other means of keeping your dry clothing and belongings from being misplaced.
• Glasses if you require such for vision, all glasses must be fixed with a band or “croakie” to ensure against loss during the activities.

What you also may bring along:

• Camera (waterproof disposable is highly recommended).
• Sunscreen
• Sunglasses (for off the water, or at least fixed by appropriate means)
• Thermal underwear for those cold days, if you wish.
• Spending money

Please be advised that cotton t-shirts and the like, are strongly discouraged to be worn while Rafting and Canyoning.

Also Xtrem Rafting accepts no responsibility of the above mentioned items and these are the sole responsibility of the participant.

For off the water or between activities you may wish to bring a good book, good camera, snack foods, or whatever you find relaxing to do during time-out.

Important:
Depending on the location in which the activities take place, those official documents such as visas, passports, insurance details must be brought with you to ensure no complications arise to disrupt your holiday plans or those of your companions. All of these will be included on your “what to bring” checklist.

Swimming Abilities:
Every participant will be outfitted with the required apparel for each activity such as Lifejackets (Personal Flotation Device (PFD)), Neoprene wetsuit, helmets and correct foot protection, all of which add buoyancy in the water; however a basic ability is required. Every river is classified by an international grading system according to its difficulty.

 

 

 

Class I	Easy	No rapids, smooth flowing waves (if any) and no obstacles.
Class II	Medium	Some rough water, definite current, larger waves forming small rapids with no major obstacles
Class III	Difficult	White-water. Larger rapids forming, bigger waves and holes, more obstacles. Safe navigation is required by properly trained guide; but regarded as generally very safe.
Class IV	Very Difficult	Large rapids, may have hidden hazards, turbulent water. Has potential to flip a raft, trained guide necessary.
Class V	Extremely Difficult	Long continuous, powerful rapids with confused water, requires precise manoeuvring, potential for significant risk to life
Class VI	Nearly impossible	For experts only taking all safety precautions, basically considered unrunnable.

Anyone can go rafting without previous experience, and our guides will instruct you in all safety awareness, paddle techniques, swimming in white-water and self rescue, before and during your trip

Age and health requirements:

All participants must be of sound mental and physical health regardless of water classification. If you require any form of medication including asthma inhalers, anti-histamines and dietary restrictions, you must inform the trip organiser, guide or representative of Xtrem Rafting before the commencement of your trip.

All information will be kept strictly confidential.

If you are unsure of your physical condition, please consult your physician; who if required may contact us for more precise information on the physical demands involved with your chosen activities.

Note: Under no circumstances may pregnant Persons participate in rafting and canyoning activities.