~Experience the thrill of rapids even without knowing swimming
~The activity covers 10 kms in 90 minutes
Panaji |June 22: The fourth edition of white water rafting is set to begin in Goa from June 24, 2015. The stage is set for the much awaited monsoon season adventure activity on river Mhadei! The bonus is that one can indulge in this activity even if one doesn’t know swimming, something that makes river rafting a complete family activity. The river rafting facility will commence from June 24, 2015 and will be available till October 2015, subject to availability of rapids and adequate water currents, and suitable weather conditions. There will be two trips beginning at 10.30 am and 2.30 pm every day. The program is open to both adults and children above 10 years.
Mr. Nilesh Cabral, Chairman GTDC, said “This thrilling water sport activity has had tremendous responses over the last four years. We welcome all tourists, especially the youth, to experience this exciting sport. We have introduced this adventure activity to promote hinterland and eco-tourism in the state of Goa.” White water rafting activities are carried out in accordance with the internationally accepted norms. The instructors are highly trained and the operations run with a ‘safety first’ policy. Each passenger will be provided with safety equipments like life jackets, paddles following the instruction sessions from experts.
The river rafting will commence from Ustem village and will end at Sonal village in Sattari taluka covering a distance of approx ten kilometers in 90 minutes. Guests will have to report 30 minutes before departure for safety briefing and other procedures. This facility is operational this year on a fee of Rs. 1800/- per head (ex – Valpoi). A daily taxi service to and from Panjim to Sattari is being introduced by GTDC to facilitate movement of tourists to the White Water Rafting Site at additional cost.
For more details email us at [email protected].
GTDC has enabled online booking for river rafting. Guests will have to visit www.goa-tourism.com. For cash payment one can visit any of the GTDC residencies in Goa.
[su_highlight background=”#160ce1″ color=”#fafcfc”]One can also contact 9545305734 or 8805727230.[/su_highlight]