CDO's White water Rafting Adventure

Cagayan de Oro is the white water rafting capital of the country. It is the only city in the Philippines that offers this exciting water activity all year-round. This rafting tour is a combination of many highlights along the course; for instance, the unforgettable experience of river rafting, picturesque sceneries, heart-stopping rapids, and amusing but nimble guides. They make it sure that everyone learns all the techniques on how to paddle properly, safety precautions, and tips if the inflatable raft turns around.

The guests can choose the levels of thrills: beginner or advanced. The rapids have an interval of 10-15 minutes with one another.

Courses

* Beginner Course

It is a 12-km river stretch which begins at Mambuaya (take-out point) and ends at Cabula (end take-out) with 14 rapids ranging from class 2 to 3. This course takes 3-4 hours to finish.

Rate: P700/head

* Advanced Course

It is a 16-km river stretch that starts at Uguiaban (put-in area) and ends at Cabula (end take-out) with a total of 21 rapids ranging from class 2 to 3.

This course can be accomplished for 4-5 hours.

Rate: P1000/head 

Both courses include

- Transportation (jeep) 2-way

- Safety gears    

     1. paddle

     2. helmet

     3. buoyancy/life vest

- River guide/Tour guide

- Shower for free at the take out

Note: Documentation is excluded

Beginners and advanced: P 500/group

Extra CD: P50/copy

21 Rapids

1. Uguiaban- start of advanced course

2. Kalawa-ig

3. Rest House Rock

4. Table Top

5. Over the Top

6. ‘S’ Rapid

7. Surprise

8. Mangalay Cave

9. Five Finger

10. Mambuaya- Start of beginner course

11. Macabundul

12. Malagkot

13. Ramil’s Place

14. Brave’s Way

15. Snake Preview

16. Magic Rapid

17. Cavera Rapid

18. Kiss the Wall

19. Tabunan

20. Macahambus Rapid

21. Cabula- end take out of both beginner and advanced courses

It was in Macahambus Rapid, 2^nd to the last rapid, where one of the guests died due to uncontrollable current 3 weeks ago. This part of the course was actually the hardest because of the ubdercut that lies beneath the water. In fact, AFP cost guards gave up the retrieval operation due to the strong current and it took 3 days to get the remains of the victim by the help ofour professional guides from CDO.

Things to Wear and Bring

- swimming attire (rash guards are ideal)

- light weight clothing like shirts and short pants

- aqua shoes or sandals with strap

- personal camera and dry bags

- sunglasses or eyeglasses with strap or band

- sunscreen lotion

Tips

- Most guests are all beginners so you’re not alone from being frightened. You just have to conquer your fear. I bet, you will love the rest of the ride after crossing the first rapid. Adrenaline will rush through your veins and become more willing to face the challenge.

- The key here is presence of mind. You have to listen to your guide’s instructions. Remember, they know every movement of the current and every turn of the rapids, so you have to trust them.

- Instructions, guidelines, and safety precautions could be overwhelming during the orientation but don’t worry, you’ll have a hands-on practice before they’ll bring you to the actual course.

- If something goes wrong or the rubber boat flips over, don’t panic. Your guide knows how to bring you back to the raft.

- Safety gears and proper attire are very essential. Rash guards with long sleeves, aqua shoes are ideal to avoid further injuries.

- Don’t bring anything valuable or unnecessary such as jewelries and bulky gadgets. You need to leave them in the vehicle.

- Just enjoy the rest of the ride! Nothing bits the exciting or thrilling moments you’ll gain with this once-in-a-lifetime white water rafting.

 Giving high five is a gesture that everyone did a great job

Contact Information

CDO Bugsay River Rafting

Address: San Agustin-Velez St., Cagayan de Oro City

Telephone #: (088) 850-1580 / (088) 309-1991

Cellphone #: (+63) 917-328-4729 (Globe)

E-mail: cdobugsayrafting@yahoo.com

Website: www.bugsayrafting.com

* Mark C. Aldea (Operation Manager)

   Mobile #: (+63) 917-703-5558 (Globe)

                    (+63) 922-837-7646 (Sun)

   E-mail: aldeamark@yahoo.com

* Ricmar Perturbos (Marketing)

   Mobile #: (+63) 915-279-0867

Enjoy the ride!

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