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White Water Rafting: Must-try Activities in Da Lat

July 20, 2021 - 440 views

Dalat is Vietnam's most exciting adventure vacation destination and absolutely popular among local and foreign travelers. The city’s diversified landscape provides a variety of activities for adventure lovers and one of them that is worth mentioning is Dalat white water rafting. 

White water rafting, commonly known as river rafting, is a popular water-based recreation and without a doubt, one of the most thrilling river activities. This water activity has grown in popularity since the 80s, especially in Central Europe then it came to Vietnam, quickly becoming popular for both local and international tourists. Let’s travel outside of Dalat into the rugged countryside to reach the jumping-off point for the rafting trip.

Before beginning rafting, your guide will give you a full safety and instruction briefing on how to paddle as well as the essential techniques for the particular rapids. Helmets and life jackets, among other protective gear, are constantly available. You can enjoy your experience after being trained and tested over easy rapids. The difficulty level ranges from grades 2 to 5 on a scale of 1 to 5 and generally, it's a full-day rafting tour departing from Dalat, with a total of 3 to 4 hours on the water. 

This rising adrenaline activity begins with some gentler rapids that take you through the gorgeous countryside at a more leisurely pace. During the water adventure, you will paddle along the tranquil river parts and see verdant coffee plantations, cornfields, and children play on the river bank, then you will see how simple, peaceful, and calm life is in Dalat’s countryside. 

After traversing around a second waterfall, you’ll pass through the more intense rapids of the trip, followed by a lovely 1.8 miles (3 km) of the slow-winding river. Then, before a final 6.8-mile (11-km) flat stretch, you’ll take on the biggest rapids of the day. In a tumble of oars and spray, you’ll go from super fast class 3 rapids into gentler class 2 rapids. These are the kind of exhilarating but easy-going rapids that make people fall in love with rafting.

The high waterfalls and rapids that you pass through are the climax. The stronger the volume and pressure of water, the higher the waterfall. It's time to put your collaboration to the test and get through the rumbling flow. When the journey is completed, you will have experienced intense feelings and will have made close friends with the folks who accompanied you on that boat.

White water rafting in Da Lat

Da Lat Rafting

Where to do White water raft in Dalat?

Dalat white water rafting takes place on the beautiful Da Don River, operated from May to January the next year. This river is a section of the Da Dang River flowing through the Lam Ha District, located southwest of Dalat city. For those who enjoy adventure travel, this 10-kilometre-long river with numerous rapids serves as inspiration.

The entire ride also includes ten stunning rapids and other scenic countryside stretches, a few more farms, and the magnificent Elephant Falls along the tour. 

White water rafting along River in Da Lat

White water rafting along River in Da Lat

How much does it cost for Dalat White Water Rafting

White Water Rafting is a group activity and needs at least 2 people to experience this activity.  Therefore you cannot do it on your own but with an outfitter. Most of the companies that provide this service offer similar prices to others and the same quality of services which is $68/ per person, including an English-speaking guide, safety gear, food, and drink, pick up and drop off. Besides the provided equipment, they maintain small groups for safety, and each passenger is closely supervised. Following are the well-known companies operates this activity: 

Tour operators

Price (per/person)

Viet Challenge Tour

$68

Phat Tire Ventures Vietnam 

$69 - $79

Adventure Dalat 

$68

 

Da Lat white water rafting tour

Da Lat white water rafting tour

Tips for the best experience with Dalat White Water Rafting

1. What to bring: 

  • Waterproof action camera in order to capture the wonderful moments while experiencing the activity. 
  • A swimsuit, a towel, and dry, clean clothes to change after enjoying the Dalat White Water Rafting.
  • Sun protection for a sunny day such as sunscreen and sunglasses with a strap so you will not lose them 

2. What not to brings:

  • A sun hat as you will wear a protective helmet when participating in the activity. 
  • Any expensive items that may be too loose to keep for instance money, luxury phone, etc...

3. Things to keep in mind  

  • Wear simple clothes as well as the right outerwear for the day. 
  • Choose a licensed and professional rafting provider. It’s highly suggested to check reviews about them on TripAdvisor before taking the tour.
  • Keep in mind that you will experience unexpected things, so always stay calm and be cautious while doing the Dalat White Water Rafting. 
  • Always wear a life jacket and make sure you wear it correctly.  All buckles must be clipped and the jacket should be fitted snug to your body.
  • Always wear a helmet whenever you go out on the water 
  • Hold your paddle correctly and to know-how, pay attention carefully to your guide’s instructions before setting off. 
  • Listen to your guide during the safety talk as well as on the water.

Roaring white water rivers, picturesque mountain panoramas, and thrilling rapids turn the rafting tour into a true adventure. Visit BestPrice and book a Dalat white water rafting trip with us to enjoy the beautiful sceneries as well as challenge yourself with a unique type of activity you have never tried before.

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