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RAFTING
Rafting has been in recent years the most popular adventure sport. Rafting can be made only in some places around the world and in Turkey there are many possibilities to raft.
In Turkey depth of the rivers and their feed makes them available for the rafting in all over the year. From the easiest level to the top level difficulties can be found in the same track.
There are many people in Turkey around raft. Raft curiouses, experienced rafting people, rafting photografers, expedition participators etc. Turkey is in the program of the people who loves rafting.
It's a little known fact, but Turkey has some excellent rivers for white water rafting, including one that is rated by professional rafters as one of the top ten in the world, the Çoruh River.
As well as being an thrilling action sport, rafting in Turkey is also an excellent way to see aspects of the country that most visitors never see. The routes are generally in remote areas which require a drive off the beaten track, through forests, mountain passes and traditional villages, before reaching the river. The local people are friendly and welcoming, and on camping trips in particular you have the chance for more interaction with the local way of life.
For those who are new to the sport, it is probably best to try a one day tour as a taster. Once you get the bug, longer tours are available, from weekend trips to one week long.
26 / 04 / 2008
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