The summer season has started in which everyone loves water-related sports. In such a situation, many people like to enjoy river rafting while traveling these days. This is an exciting activity full of adventure which is done in the river. As soon as we hear the name of river rafting, our mind starts seeing our boat jumping in the waves of water. In the past, the craze of river rafting has also increased rapidly in the country, which is why you will see river rafting spots in many places. If you are also going to enjoy river rafting somewhere, then you must take precautions related to it. The slightest mistake can put your life in danger. Let us know about the important things that are useful during river rafting...
Follow the instructions of the guide
Whenever you go river rafting, follow the instructions of your guide carefully. Even before the start of river rafting, the guide explains the waves of the river in detail. During this, he also tells you how to protect yourself in an emergency. If you listen to them carefully, you will be able to enjoy river rafting.
Wear a life jacket and helmet
During rafting, be sure to wear the life jacket and helmet provided for safety. If your boat capsizes in strong waves during rafting, a helmet will protect you from getting hurt, while a life jacket will help you float in the water.
Paddle well
With the help of a paddle or oar, you will be able to steer the boat better. In such a situation, as the boat moves forward, the guide sitting behind asks you to paddle. Before doing rafting, the guides also tell you the correct way to hold the handle of the boat and run it, in this way, you do not have to use much strength in running the boat.
Maintain confidence
Due to the strong wave of water, many times the boat overturns or sometimes the people sitting with it fall into the water. In such situations, people may panic, due to which accidents sometimes occur. Our and the guide suggests that whenever the waves increase, do not panic after seeing them and follow the guide's commands. In this way, you can help your friends back into the boat.
Learn swimming
Only if you are confident in your swimming, then you should decide to do rafting. Life jacket keeps you safe, but with the introduction of swing your safety guarantee increases even more.
Take these things with you
During river rafting, you should choose the right clothes, so that you remain comfortable in the water. In such a situation, you should wear a swimsuit or gym outfit while going rafting. Apart from clothes, you should carry sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable footwear, a water bottle, dry clothes, and waterproof shoes in your bag. However, before going on the rafting boat, you can leave your bag at the hotel after removing the necessary items.
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