Two-day trips begin on Saturdays at 8:30am. The first day is the same stretch as Adventure Connections' one-day trips. Camp at mile 11, enjoying the wilderness, a sumptuous dinner prepared by your guides, great conversation, bright stars, and a peaceful sleep. The next morning, after breakfast, either continue on down river or repeat the same stretch you did the first day. Usually folks prefer to repeat the same stretch because of the abundance of exciting rapids. Return to the meeting place around 4:00pm of the second day relaxed and ready for the next exciting adventure!
Only for very experienced rafters - the ultimate challenge! "This river is awesome! I can't wait to run it again next spring!" N.R., Modesto, CA
Plummeting out of Sequoia National Park just east of Visalia lays the Kaweah, one of America's steepest rivers. In their classic guidebook California Whitewater, Jim Cassady and Fryar Calhoun describe the Kaweah as running "swift, clear, and free through some of the most exciting rapids in the state". In other words, only your adrenaline rushes faster than these waters. The upper stretch of river has an average gradient drop of 70' per mile. Compare that to the Class III South Fork American's 23' per-mile gradient! The torrential whitewater, beautiful scenery, and its short 3-1/2 hour drive from Southern California convinced Adventure Connection to add the Kaweah trips to their offerings.
Due to the nature of this run you must be in good physical condition and possess prior paddling experience, preferably Class IV or higher, to raft this river. You will also be expected to participate in a pre-trip instruction class on the first morning, covering advanced paddling, safety, and swimming techniques. Wet suits are an absolute necessity and are included in the price of the trip. Please make an appraisal of your ability to handle this run, and be brutally honest. If you're up to the challenge, the rapids of the Kaweah offer an experience unlike any other on the planet.
Trip Details
Duration
2 Days
Location
Kaweah River
Season
April - June (Depending on Water Levels)
Trip Type
Paddle
Nearest City
Visalia, Central California
Physical Condition Required
Good
Destination(s)
California, United States
Rated Classes
V+
Minimum Age Limit
14
Distance Traveled
16-20 Miles
Dining
This trip includes a buffet style lunch on the river each day, delicious dinner at the overnight camp on the river, and breakfast the second morning.
Rates
$309.00per personCurrency Converter (Rates shown are in US Dollars. Rates and terms are subject to change.)
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