White water rafting
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Whitewater rapids are rated on a scale of one through six, indicating the difficulty of each rapid at "normal" water level. The scale is a subjective one. While rapids are individually classed, rivers are given an overall classification that takes the whole stretch of river into account. As an example, the wilderness section of the Cagayan de Oro River has lots of Class IV rapids, but the overall classification is Class III and III+, indicating that a rafter with strong Class III skills would find the challenges within his/her abilities.
Class I: (very easy) Generally, fast moving water. Waves and riffles are small or nonexistent, passages are clear with few or no obstacles, and little manuevering is required. Lazy floating.
Class II: (easy to moderate) Small-to-medium-sized regular waves with some obstacles. Some manuevering is required but passages are clear. Spashy and fun!
Class III: (moderate to exciting) Numerous waves that are bigger and a bit irregular with currents that can be tricky. Obstacles require maneuvering, but the narrow passages are generally straightforward. Scouting from shore is recommended and usually required. Big splashes and exciting rides!
Class IV: (exciting) Longer rapids with powerful waves and strong currents. The passages are boulder-choked and require precise maneuvering. Scouting from shore is mandatory. Exciting and challenging for all.
Class V: (difficult) Massive waves and violent rapids, often following each otherwithout interruption. Big drops, violent currents, and extemely congested channels that require complex maneuvering. Scouting is mandatory but often difficult. This is maximum intensity rafting! Cagayan de Oro River Tours does not run trips at this level of difficulty.
Class VI: (the limit of navigation) Rarely run, or generally considered unrunnable; a definite hazard to life and limb.
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Outfitters
Cagayan de Oro River Tours
The Cagayan de Oro River -- mighty and beautiful. Experience its full glory. Experience whitewater rafting at its best with the newest outfitters in the Cagayan de Oro River, the Cagayan de Oro River Tours Corporation. Inspired by the might and beauty of the Cagayan de Oro River, we aim to provide utmost customer satisfaction and the highest levels of professionalism.
Safety is of paramount concern. Our equipment are all imported and all brand-new. Our guests are provided with complete safety gears such as helmets, flotation devices, rescue ropes, first-aid kit and dry bags.
Our guides are well-trained, traversing the river 100 times as whitewater raft guides before they actually become full-fledged river guides. They are also trained by the Philippine National Red Cross in First-Aid, Basic Life Support and Swiftwater Rescue. They also undergo Tourist Relations Training with the Department of Tourism and Cagayan de Oro City Tourism Office.
Safe and enjoyable whitewater rafting has never been this accessible. Jumpoff area is within city limits and just less than an hour from urban Cagayan de Oro. And at the disembarkation point, a fresh shower andclean comfort and changing rooms are available for the guests'convenience.
Now, there is every reason to experience the fun and excitement! Soothe your weary souls with the cool waters of the Cagayan de Oro River.
Enjoy the ride of your life with Cagayan de Oro River Tours Corp.
Kagay
Cagayan de Oro’s Premiere Whitewater Rafting Voyages.
Feel the rush of whitewater rafting in the beautiful and spectacular Cagayan de Oro River, and discover the thrill of nature at its wildest!
KAGAY is Cagayan de Oro’s premiere whitewater rafting outfitter. They are the only group that uses State Of The Art Rafts (SOTAR) and equipment, as well as the only outfitters that offer rafting trips ranging from the beginner’s course – which covers class 1-2 rapids – to advance courses, which cover the more difficult class 3-4 rapids. And these trips are offered throughout the year.
And it’s guaranteed to be safe, no matter what the time of year: with our experienced and able river guides that had been trained both by the prestigious International Rafting Federation (IRF) in rafting techniques and safety, and by the Philippine National Red Cross in first-aid and CPR, rest assured that your experience will be so safe and enjoyable that you’ll want to keep on coming back for more! Whitewater rafting has never been this good. With KAGAY, you will always have the best whitewater rafting experiences this side of the globe.
