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Rafting and Wine Tasting Day Tour
Whitewater in the California Gold Country - Chili Bar Run
Whitewater rafting in the heart of the Northern California Gold Country. Our Rafting and Wine Tasting Tour takes you into the Sierra Nevada Foothills. Descend 8 miles of the American River (Chili Bar Run) down Class III rapids such as Meat Grinder, Triple Threat and Troublemaker. During the trip you will float past the historic gold discovery site of Sutter's Mill. After an exciting day of whitewater rafting you can enjoy several glasses of California wine before heading back to your hotel.
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Pick-up Time
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Duration
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Price (USD)
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8:30-9:00am
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9 hours
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Adult $129
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Student $109
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Tours depart daily from Sacramento
Sunday, Tuesday, Friday
April 15 - Oct 1, 2009
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Highlights
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Inclusions
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Sutter's Mill (Gold Discovery 1848)
Sierra Nevada Foothills
8 mile American River Descent
Class III Whitewater Rapids
California Gold Country
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Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
All Safety Equipment and Gear
Riverside BBQ Lunch
Wine Tasting (21 and over)
Transportation in our van
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| Tour price does not include Guide Gratuity. |
Escape Travel reserves the right to cancel tours due to
lack of sign ups, weather or road conditions, etc. |
Sierra Nevada Foothills Scenery
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The day begins with a pick-up from your hotel between 8:30-9:00 am and heading east through the cattle and horse ranching lands of the Sierra Nevada mountains to the South Fork of the American River.
The Class III whitewater action begins immediately with Meat grinder, followed by numerous rapids 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 BBQ lunch.
Class III Chili Bar Run Excitement |
After lunch, there is time to play some beach volleyball and enjoy the beautiful river, then we unwind by tasting some fantastic California wines before heading back to you hotel drop off at 5pm.
What Is Provided?
In April and May, the water is cold so wetsuits/booties are provided. June thru September, the water is refreshing and the weather is hot so wetsuits are not needed.
Raft the South Fork American River & Gold Contry |
No Experience Necessary
Your safety is our main concern. A safety demonstration is given before anyone gets in the water. The South Fork of the American River is a Class III river. This is ideal for beginners as well as intermediate paddlers. No prior whitewater experience is necessary though participants are required to have a minimum weight of 80lbs or 8 years of age (younger, lighter is acceptable with parental consent).
Dear Escape Travel,
We returned home last night from your Saturday Lower South Fork trip and shared the trip with our family. We had a wonderful time! Everyone was so helpful and willing to help us. The whole experience was great from the rafting to the food. We will recommend Escape Travel to friends and family as we will be planning a group trip for the 2 day experience in the future. Until then, thank you.
Sincerely, Ken & Teresa W.
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