What Can I Expect

The fabulous white water rafting in North Wales out on the River Dee is a big draw for novice and expert rafters alike! Paddlers come from all over Wales and beyond to ride these thrilling white waters. We are offering vouchers for individual places in a raft, or for an exclusive session for up to six to ride together.

The conditions around this area of Wales mean there are excellent and reliable white waters for rafting throughout the year, making this section of the River Dee one of the best white water flows in the UK. So expect to be swirled around and bobbing up and down all over the place as you raft along!

There are all grades of rapids on the Dee and for a less challenging (but no less thrilling) session for beginners, a stretch of Welsh water right adjacent to Llangollen is the starting point. It's a great little spot and even friends and family can spectate from the bridge over this three kilometre stretch of rapids, cheering you on as you paddle by.

If you're up for it, there are some fab little naturally occurring white water challenges to take on, from the Serpent's Tail and Town Falls, to Campsite Weir.

All rafts come with their very own instructor onboard, who'll be guiding you and your merry crew along the rapids. This rafting school was founded in 1985 by Commonwealth Champion Jimmy Jayes, so you're in good hands!

No previous experience is necessary, but you will need that sense of adventure and fun, as you will be getting wet when you go white water rafting in North Wales. If you really get into it, you might even be able to fit in several runs during your allotted rafting time out on the River Dee.

When Is It Available

• This experience is available all year round, however please note availability may be limited during winter months (November - February)
• Start times are usually 09.30 or 13:30
• You will need to arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of your experience

Suitable For

• Minimum age is 8 with no upper age limit so adults and kids may be rafting together
• Under 16s must be accompanied by a participating adult
• There is a maximum weight of 18 stone
• Participants do not have to be able to swim but need to be confident in moving water
• Not suitable for pregnant women
• Minimum of two vouchers for this experience

Spectators

• This North Wales white water rafting venue welcomes friends and family
• There is a a large outdoor area overlooking the river and a Cafe
• There is an excellent view over the main rapids from the bank and the bridge in Llangollen

Anything Else

• Toilets, showers and changing facilities are on site
• You need to wear trainers and bring a towel, swimwear and a change of clothes
• During the time when the courses are run, the weather will not normally cause a run to be cancelled
• In the unlikely event that your run is postponed, another date will be offered to you
• The operator can also advise on a wide range of excellent accommodation options in the areas (Prices are subject to change)