The day begins with a pick-up from your lodging between 6 and 7 am and heading east across the Bay Bridge offering great views of San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Fisherman's Wharf.
We stop for a quick breakfast in the Central Valley. Famous for its rich volcanic soil, the Central Valley is a booming agricultural region known for almonds, grapes, tomatoes, peaches and strawberries. After breakfast we continue our journey up through the cattle and horse ranching foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains to the American River.
The Class III whitewater action begins immediately with Meatgrinder rapids, followed by other exciting cascades including Racehorse Bend, Rock Garden, Triple Threat and climaxed by a mad dash through the famed Troublemaker rapid. Our trip ends as we pull ashore back at camp where your guides prepare a tasty barbeque lunch.
After lunch, there is time to play some beach volleyball and relax by the river. We think it's important to get a real feel of the Gold Country, so we will take to you to a local winery to taste some liquid gold. The tour ends back at your hotel between 6:00 and 6:30 pm.
Highlights:
• Sierra Nevada Mountains
• California Gold Country
• American River
• Class III Whitewater
• Foothills Wine Region
Inclusions:
• Pick up and drop off from San Francisco hotels
• All Safety Equipment and Gear
• Riverside BBQ Lunch
• Local Winery Stop (Tasting fees may apply.)
• Transport in Biodiesel Van
Available: Sunday, Wednesday and Friday from May - September
Pick up time: 6:00-6:45am
Duration: 12-13 hours
Please note:
A $10 USD fuel surcharge is included in the rate. Rate does not include gratuity.
No prior whitewater experience is necessary, however participants are required weigh at least 80 pounds (37 kilos) and be at least 8 years of age.
Child rates available for ages 8-12.
Tour may be modified or cancelled due to lack of participation, vehicle breakdowns or weather or road conditions.