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Argentina
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November - December
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8 Days
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II to V
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Kayaking Argentina: This safari trip kicks off our kayaking season. We kayak out of San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina (the famous Latin American ski resort) and explore the surrounding rivers: Rio Manso, Rio Alumine, Rio Limay, Rio Traful, Rio Foyel & Rio Azul.
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Argentina
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January - February
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14 Days
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Kayaking Argentina and Chile: On this safari circuit we will start in Chile, cross the Andes into Argentina and return again to Chile. On the first week we will hit the Rio Fuy, Rio San Pedro, Rio Enco, Rio Neltume, Rio Manso and spend the second week on the Futaleufu.
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Austria
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August
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5 Day
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IV to V
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Kayaking Austria: Experience an Ecstatic Kayak Adventure. Make the most of melt waters! The glaciers, wedged between the high alpine peaks, create several different types of rivers in the Austrian Alps.
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Canada
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June - August
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5 Days
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III to IV
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Kayaking Canada: Perfect your technique while discovering the rivers of Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec. The Intermediate Week of Rivers program focuses on skill development within a river running environment.
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Canada
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August
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7 Days
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II to V
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Kayaking Canada: This four-river exploration offers ever-changing variety in its scenery and character of whitewater. The mountainous setting and blue-green waters of the upper Taseko River gradually transform into challenging Class III and IV whitewater canyons.
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Chile
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December - April
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8 Days
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III to IV
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Kayaking Chile: This trip will introduce you to all the highlights of the Futaleufu river and its tributaries. A great way to experience the Futaleufu without the Class V adrenaline rush.
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Chile
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December - April
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6 Days
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III to IV
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Kayaking Chile: A shortened version of our Futaleufu River Valley week. This trip coincides with the Futaleufu River Valley week.
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Chile
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15 Days
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II to IV
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Kayaking Chile: The Fuy-Futaleufu kayak safari trip will explore Chile's Lakes District, by paddling the Rio Neltume and San Pedro, as well as the endangered Rio Fuy. We will then head back to Puerto Montt and spend the second week on the Rio Futaleufu.
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Chile
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December - April
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8 Days
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Kayaking Chile: An action packed week of Class II/III whitewater kayaking on the surrounding river valleys and tributaries of the Rio Futaleufu.
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Chile
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December - April
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6 Days
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II to III
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Kayaking Chile: A shortened version of our Kayak Chile week. This trip coincides with the Kayak Chile week.
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Chile
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8 days
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III to V
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The Futaleufu is one of a kind, a true gem that might be lost to future damming in not such a long time. Make sure you experience the incredibly blue waters of the Fu before it is too late.
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Chile
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December - April
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8 Days
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Kayaking Chile: You will have the opportunity to test your river skills against the big five: Casa de Piedra, Infierno Canyon, Terminator, Zeta and the Throne Room. The ultimate Futaleufu kayak vacation!
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Chile
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December - April
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6 Days
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IV to V
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A shortened 4-day version of our Kayak Futaleufu week. This trip coincides with the the Kayak Futaleufu week.
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Chile
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December - February
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10 Days
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Kayaking Chile: The Futaleufu River, located in northern Patagonia, is without a doubt one of the world’s best rivers for white water kayaking. Leave the cold winter behind and pop your kayak into the azure Futaleufu River in Chile only hours after you step off the plane.
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Chile
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14 Days
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II to V
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Kayaking Chile: On this safari we will start in the south of Chile hitting some of the best “classic runs” in this area of Patagonia. During the week we will head north and work our way toward the Futaleufu River Valley.
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Costa Rica
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November - December
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9 Days
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II to III
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Kayaking Costa Rica: Costa Rica is a tropical paddling paradise and the perfect place to increase your kayaking skills and enjoyment. This trips begins with a day of working on skills playing kayak polo and surfing at the beach. Two days on gentle rivers follows that, with another day at the beach
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Costa Rica
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November
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9 Days
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Kayaking Costa Rica: Time to focus on the wilder side paddling in Costa Rica. Warm up on the mellow class II+ beauty of the Rio Sarapiqui then its off to the Pacuare, Reventazon, Pejibayi and more. This trip has everything from creeking to big volume rivers. Add in a rest day at the beach in the
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Costa Rica
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II to V
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Kayaking Costa Rica: Learning about river safety should be every paddler's priority. This new offering allows you to take a Whitewater Rescue Technician course in the warm waters of Costa Rica and enjoy a couple days of kayaking afterwards. Spend three days working on rescue skills followed by a d
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Costa Rica
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December
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8 Days
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Kayaking Costa Rica: Welcome to Costa Rica, the best of rain and cloud forest kayaking - exceptional rivers and early summer temps! We maximize your fun and minimize the hassles of foreign travel - without insulating you from these amazing cultures.
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Ecuador
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December - February
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9 Days
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IV to V
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Kayaking Ecuador: This is the most difficult trip we offer and has a strong emphasis on creeking. We paddle seven days on the Oriente’s most challenging whitewater. We will base mostly out of the Quijos Valley, which has many of Ecuador’s tougher rivers.
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Ecuador
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November - February
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9 Days
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Kayaking Ecuador: The Torrents trip is by far our most popular. Ecuador really shines in the realm of outstanding and diverse class IV runs. We will paddle a combination of steep Andean creeks and big water play runs on this trip.
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Ecuador
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December - February
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9 Days
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IV to IV
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Kayaking Ecuador: This is basically a Torrents trip that incorporates three days of kayak surfing on the Pacific Ocean. We paddle four days on the rivers in the Quijos Valley basing out of Cabanas Tres Rios, then spend the last three days surfing the Pacific break in our kayaks.
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Ecuador
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December - January
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9 Days
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IV to IV
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Kayaking Ecuador: This is a new trip for Small World Adventures, and is great for paddlers who have already paddled in Eastern Ecuador and want to explore more of the country (of course, first timers to Ecuador are welcome too).
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Ecuador
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January
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9 Days
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II to III
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Kayaking Ecuador: Ecuador offers world-class kayaking, biodiversity, and an indigenous people with a rich culture - all of which are offered to the adventurous soul who joins our Ecuador kayaking trip. There will be plenty of kayaking taking place, as this trip is schedule between the wet and dry se
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Ecuador
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December - February
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9 Days
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Kayaking Ecuador: This country is one of the most species-rich nations in the world with a diverse cultural heritage and breathtaking scenery. The water quality is excellent and the river valleys lightly populated.
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Ecuador
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December & January
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9 Days
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II to III
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Kayaking Ecuador: This trip is for the beginner paddler who doesn’t want to sit out the entire winter and let new skills get rusty. We will base mostly out of Tena where there is a plethora of class II rivers, and warm water creates a friendly learning environment.
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Ecuador
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November - February
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9 Days
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Kayaking Ecuador: We offer two different levels of our winter whitewater trips: one class IV- and the other class III. These trips cater mostly to play boaters and people wanting to break into that class IV realm. Time will be split between Cabanas Tres Rios and Tena.
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El Salvador
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January - December
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5 Days
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II to V
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Surfing El Salvador: El Salvador has year round surf for everyone. The entire coastline is laden with classic right hand points and water temps in the mid 80’s. Surfing with the Sunzal Surf Company, you will get to surf any spot you choose.
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France
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April, August-September
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3-6 Days
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II to V
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Kayaking France: One of the most beautiful areas of the French Alps is host to the Durance, the Guil and many more magnificent rivers. Many white-water kayakers enjoy themselves here to the most. Not far from our campsite the river Guil confluents with the Durance from a very rough gorge.
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France
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April and July
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3-5 Days
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II to II
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Kayaking France: Exciting whitewater adventure on the Gaves at the foothills of the Pyrenees.
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Italy
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August
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5 Days
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Kayaking Italy and Switzerland: Italy is with a sunny climate, pizzeria’s and ice cream salons a real holiday country. The locals seem to be “Italyn” busy, but they are very kind. In the shadow of the Monte Rosa flow some very beautiful rivers. Our Swiss kayak adventure is in the neighbourhood of t
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Italy
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May
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8 Days
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IV to IV
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Kayaking Italy: How about a week of paddling in and around Italy’s Val Sesia? Europe’s best steep creeking destination, some of Europe’s best paddlers and the best whitewater instruction you’ll find anywhere.
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Kenya
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January - June
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9 Days
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III to V
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Join us for nine days of kayaking on a Kenyan whitewater vacation! You’ll experience some of Africa's virgin wilderness as well as sub-tropical river basins and open desert plains.
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Mexico
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January - March
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7 Days
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III to IV
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Kayaking Mexico: For kayaking enthusiasts, the Mexico Week of Rivers program offers an action packed exploration of Mexico’s finest rivers. Situated on the banks of the Antigua River, the small rural village of Jalcomulco, Veracruz, is our gateway to over 100km of continuous whitewater.
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Morocco
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March - April
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10 Days
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II to III
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Kayaking Morocco: Here in magical Morocco we have the perfect destination for a very relaxed, week long kayaking holiday. Set in the magnificent Middle Atlas mountain range the river Ahansal gushes fresh from the rocks and runs deep through a dramatic river gorge, you'll feel like you are starring i
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Nepal
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September - October
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12 Days
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III to IV
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Kayaking Nepal: Warm water, big rapids and beautiful scenery combine to make this a truly classic multi-day kayaking trip. The Sun Kosi is an excellent introduction to big volume whitewater for intermediate kayakers, and a great play river for advanced paddlers.
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Nepal
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October - November
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13 Days
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III to IV
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Kayaking Nepal: Nepal as a holiday destination is plain fantastic. A kingdom steeped in history and dominated by the majestic Himalayas, it enthralls all who enter. One of the best ways to explore and discover this remarkable land is to get away from towns and roads and embark on a trekking and kaya
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New Zealand
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January - February
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14 Days
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III to IV
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Kayaking New Zealand: New Zealand is not only Lord of The Rings country, it has an unrivalled number of rivers to suit the Class 3+ /4- kayaker. From the blinding run through the Buller Gorge to heliboating on the West Coast, this trip has something for all levels of paddler.
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New Zealand
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December & January
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13-15 Days
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II to IV
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Kayaking New Zealand: New Zealand is a small country that has a lot to offer - dramatic mountains, friendly people, easy traveling, beautiful coastlines, and challenging/world-class whitewater.
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Norway
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June - August
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8 days
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IV to V
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Needless to say, for the advanced only. This trip is for the guys and girls that want the adrenaline to flow, and who want to see what we mean by Norwegian Class four (and five..) as opposed to normal class four.
We have big volume, big drops, technical stuff, slides and of course, some clean wa
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Norway
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June - August
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8 days
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III to IV
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This trip is for the intermediate paddler who wants to learn both playboating and riverrunning skills in beautiful surroundings and stunning whitewater. We make sure you leave Norway with a new set of skills that will make your friends jealous.
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Norway
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July - August
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8 days
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This is the real deal, for the real ladies. A super-affordable week to get the girls together, on and off the water. Each year we have guest instructors, ready to bring your skill levels to a new world (in 2008 World Champion Ruth Gordon). There will be focus on both riverrunning and freestyle.
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Norway
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8 Days
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Push your paddling in Europe’s premiere steep creeking destination. With more power and volume than Italy, Norway’s the home to our most advanced course. It’s got everything from the legendary Ulla triple drop to the world class big volume Amot canyon on the Sjoa.
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Panama
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May - December
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9 Days
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II to III
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Kayaking Panama: Boquete Outdoor Adventures is the premier whitewater kayaking outfitter in Panama. We know Panama’s rivers better than anyone else in the world. Whether you are looking for steep creeks, multi-day trips or class II rivers, we can make it happen! Custom and scheduled trips!
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Panama
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January - December
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9 Days
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III to IV
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Kayaking Panama: Boquete Outdoor Adventures is the premier whitewater kayaking outfitter in Panama. We know Panama’s rivers better than anyone else in the world. Whether you are looking for steep creeks, multi-day trips or class II rivers, we can make it happen! Custom and scheduled trips!
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Panama
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June - December
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9 Days
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Kayaking Panama: Boquete Outdoor Adventures is the premier whitewater kayaking outfitter in Panama. We know Panama’s rivers better than anyone else in the world. Whether you are looking for steep creeks, multi-day trips or class II rivers, we can make it happen! Custom and scheduled trips!
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Panama
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9 Days
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Kayaking Panama: Just south of Costa Rica lies a paddline paradise not yet discovered by the masses. Come paddle with us in Panama for yet another fantastic tropical adventure.
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Peru
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June
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11 Days
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Kayaking Peru: Join us on a 14-mile hike down an ancient Inca trail into a 13,000 foot canyon, then enjoy an unforgettable adrenaline rush during a 6-day Class IV-V white water rafting trip in Peru on the rapids of the Cotahuasi River.
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Peru
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June - November
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12 Days
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Adventurous Kayakers, come one, come all! Come kayak in Peru on a self-supported Peru kayaking expedition through two of the deepest, most dramatic canyons in the World – the Colca and the Cotahuasi (pronounced: Cota-Wasi).
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Slovenia
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May - July & September
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3-5 Days
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Kayaking Chile: High sharp peaks. Clasped in between the Italian Dolomites and the Austrian Alps you can find the rough Julian Alps. Slovenia hasn’t been conquered by tourism yet and her local inhabitants are friendly. Some splendid rivers flow though this beautiful area with its high, sharp peaks.
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Slovenia
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April & August
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8 Days
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Kayaking Slovenia: After just one week on the crystal Soca with us you’ll be cruising down grade III whitewater with no problems. Nestled away in Slovenia’s Julian Alps, the Soca’s the perfect destination for getting to grips with Elemental whitewater paddling.
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Spain
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April & June - July
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5 Days
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Kayaking Spain: Ole! Spirited white-water flamenco under the Spanish sun! Rough rivers in a thinly populated mountain area. The Spanish Pyrenees are a thinly populated mountain area with high peaks and rough rivers that have often carved deep gorges in the landscape.
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Suriname
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February - November
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17 Days
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Kayaking Suriname: Discover one of the last untouched pieces tropical rainforest in Suriname. Combines this with canoe/kayak on beautiful rapids (soela’s) with a water temperature of 80 degrees and you have the holiday of your dreams.
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Thailand
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July - December
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5 Day
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Kayaking Thailand: The Untamed Nam Wa River is located in the province of Nan in the remote Northeast of Thailand. Although Nan has been accessible to foreign tourists for several years, it is one of the least visited areas of Thailand and offers visitors a unique taste of untouched Thai culture and
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Turkey
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June
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7 Days
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Kayaking Turkey: Flowing in the heart of the Kackar Mountain Range, this river epitomizes the word action as we kayak and surf what is seemingly an endless wet rollercoaster ride, a playboaters dream... Gorgeous rolling hills littered with alpine flowers frame our view, as we pass villages where fri
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United States
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September
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13 Days
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Kayaking Grand Canyon: At least once in a lifetime each of us must paddle in this most majestic of all canyons! The river has carved its way through geologic time - revealing intricate canyon walls.
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United States
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July
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6 Days
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Kayaking Main Salmon: Sandy beaches, warm water, fun rapids, and great playspots epitomize the Main Salmon. You will spend seven days and six nights improving your kayak skills as you enjoy a trip down the 'Wild and Scenic' section of the Main Salmon.
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United States
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June
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Kayaking Middle Fork of the Salmon: Regarded as one of the best wilderness whitewater trips in the world, the Middle Fork has it all: clear water, hot springs, spectacular canyons, and over 100 rapids.
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United States
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June - July
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6 Day
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You'll lose track of time on this class III/IV, 6-day Wild and Scenic river adventure while paddling through granite gorges and sheer cliffs alternating with rolling sage-covered hills sprinkled with natural hot springs.
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United States
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August
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4 Day
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Kayaking Oregon: This is the perfect river for bomb proofing your roll while playing at numerous and varied playspots! You'll share the warm class II/III water of this Wild and Scenic river with bear, deer, eagles and otter.
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United States
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May - July
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2 Days
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Kayaking Upper Animas: The River of Lost Souls is one of the most spectacular whitewater trips in the world. "Few rivers can match the Upper Animas for intense whitewater action", according to World Whitewater, which also calls it one of the world's classic runs.
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Zambia
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August & October
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9 Days
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Kayaking Africa: Not many conversations about kayaking go very far without mention of the Mighty Zambezi. What many people don't realise is that the vast majority of the trip is Class 3 with the odd Class 4... and it's all warm water!
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