Panama Whitewater
Rafting Tours
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 Chiriqui Province, east of
Costa Rica and south of Bocas del Toro Province, is
known has the highlands of Panama with, Volcan Baru, a
volcano peak 13,000 feet above sea level. Its scenery,
flora, fauna, topography and people are very different
from the rest of the country. Its main economy is based
on the land and is also know as the food supplier of the
country.
The best known river to enjoy white water rafting is
Chiriqui Viejo, Class III+ to Class V. Our white
water rafting operation is based right on the Chiriqui
Viejo, which is about a seven hour drive or one hour
flight from Panama City, 45 min drive from David.
About Chiriqui Viejo River:
By far, the best white water rafting river with
relatively easy access. It is 128 km long and originates
on Cerro Picacho, on the northwest side of Volcan Baru,
the highest elevation of Panama. It passes through
beautiful mountain towns of Cerro Punta as a creek but
quickly evolving as a river even before passing through
Volcan plains.
Its watershed is of 1,355 km2 and although its water
level is at its best on the rainy season (June through
December), there is always enough water to have fun
white water rafting year around.
Quebrada las Vueltas - Salsipuedes
Class III- IV-V rapids and characterized by spectacular
waterfalls and canyons. Recommended for people with
rafting experience and older than 15 years old.
Depending on water level we will travel for about three
to four hours a 14 km length with a drop of 180 mts, an
average drop of 13 mts per kilometer. and characterized
by spectacular waterfalls and canyons. Recommended for
people with white water rafting experience and older
than 15 years old. Depending on water level we will
travel for about three to four hours a 14 km length with
a drop of 180 mts, an average drop of 13 mts per
kilometer.
Salsipuedes - Paso Canoas
Class III rapids. The river does move fast with a drop
of 120 mts during the 10 km of the trek, a average drop
of 12 mts per kilometer. Recommended for everyone above
12 years old with or with out any white water rafting
experience. Be ready to have fun. Depending on water
level we will raft for about two to three hours.
Time frame will vary depending on river being run, water
level, and weather. Exact pick up place and time are
defined a day ahead of the event.
Trip Includes:
All mentioned transportation, rafts and gear, guides,
and meals on the river. Our guides are trained in
white-water navigation skills, first-aid, and CPR.
Who can go?
Any person older than eighteen years, in good health.
What to bring:
Swimsuit or a pair of shorts for navigating, sneakers or
strapped sandals with good soles, a baseball cap, and
sun lotion.
It is mandatory to bring along an ID that confirm that
you are legally in the country since we will pass
through a Custom's check point, close to the Costa Rican
border.
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