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Yarra Valley: Self-Guided River Sledding Adventure
Jump on a sled and get up close to nature as you take on the Yarra River's gentle rapids on this 2 hour self-guided adventure experience.
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Highlights
- Enjoy a leisurely float down the Upper Yarra River on a river sled
- Meander down a stunning 3 km stretch of the river and over gentle rapids
- A self guided adventure that includes sled, briefing, demonstration, and shuttle
Description
Enjoy a leisurely float down the Upper Yarra River on your very own river sled. This relaxing 2 hour adventure will have you meandering down a stunning 3 km stretch of the river around bends and over gentle rapids, some sections are nice and cruisy and others may get your heart pumping (just a little). Your adventure will begin with a briefing and demonstration followed by a shuttle upstream, leaving you with 1 1/2 hours to enjoy the river at your own pace. If you like a particular rapid you can hop out and walk back upstream along the walking track (it runs parallel to the river) and attempt the rapid again. Our sleds are the ultimate in comfort and durability. They are 2m long and made from high grade PVC rafting material, making them almost indestructible. They are super easy to manoeuvre, with a little active paddling using your hands. Their size and dimensions are spot on for an average sized adult and suitable for kids aged 8 and above. They will easily hold up in the shallower sections of the river where many of the cheaper river craft options pop leaving you with a useless deflated devise that’ll end up in landfill. It’s important to note that depending on rain and other factors the river can run differently almost daily. You will encounter rocks, branches and even logs if a tree has fallen and not yet been removed by land management authorities. To dodge river obstacles and navigate the gentle rapids you will need to help yourself along with active paddling, but that’s all part of the fun of getting outdoors and experiencing a natural river environment. Once you’ve got the hang of it, try kneeling down a section of moving water or test out your balance skills by standing up in a deep pool of water. This really is a great outdoor activity that almost anyone can enjoy! While the river generally stays a stable (but cool) 14 C, the water will feel colder when the outside temperature drops. Over the winter months we provide complimentary wetsuit hire and have a range of sizes on offer. Please remember to participate in this activity you must be able to swim, you must be aged 8 or above, you must be 130cm in height or above and have the arm width to control and manoeuvre your sled effectively. If you are not a confident swimmer or require assistance in a moving water environment we strongly recommend talking to us about hiring a river guide or booking our guided river sledding adventure. We also recommend hiring a personal flotation device (PFD), which you can do at checkout.Includes
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location in Warburton. River sled. Shuttle upstream. Safety briefing.Important Information
- You must be able to swim You must have a reasonable level of fitness and balance If you have back, neck, joint or muscular problems, you should carefully consider whether or not to participate If you are not confident or comfortable in a moving water environment then carefully consider if this is the right activity for you You can hire a river guide to accompany your group if you need assistance in a moving water environment or consider our guided river sledding adventure Replacement cost for a river sled that is lost / stolen or beyond repair is $450.00 You will need to complete our pre-arrival waiver, medical consent and Covid-19 declaration form prior to your adventure
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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund-
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