3 Day Adventure White Water Rafting Tana River

Our 3-day/2-night white-water rafting adventure on the Tana River (near Sagana) offers a high-adrenaline adventure, featuring rafting on the Tana and technical rapids on the Mathioya River. The Tana River rafting area is roughly 1.5 hours from Nairobi.

 The trip typically starts with 3 km of “easy” water before entering a 6 km calm section, followed by a thrilling 7 km stretch with high-grade rapids. The river acts as a “pool-drop” system, allowing for periods of relaxation in between challenging rapids.

Based at a riverside camp in Sagana (approx. 100km from Nairobi), the trip combines Grade II-V rapids with optional activities like ziplining and biking. The  3-Day Adventure Itinerary & Activities include 

✓ Safety & Training: Before descending, instructors from centers like Savage Wilderness provide thorough briefings on rafting techniques and safety procedures
✓ Accommodation: Usually based at specialized camps near Sagana, such as Savage Wilderness Camp or Rapids Camp, offering tented accommodation, meals, and evening relaxation
✓ White Water Rafting (Days 1 & 2): Rafting trips often involve technical, high-volume, pool-drop rapids on the Tana River. Expert guides lead you through rapids such as the “Sphincter Flexor” and “Captain’s Folly.”

Additional Adventure Activities

Zip Lining: Crossing over the Tana River
Rock Climbing: On natural rock faces
Mountain Biking: Trails around the campsite
Kayaking and SUP: Kayaking sessions are available
Swimming: Many camps feature swimming pools for relaxation
Bungee Jumping: Offered at adventure camps like Savage Wilderness
Nature Walks and Hiking: Exploring the scenic, forested river banks

3-Day/2-Night white-water rafting adventure on the Tana River Itinerary 

Day 1: Arrival and Orientation

1400 Hours: Pickup from Nairobi and transfer to Sagana (approx. 1.5 – 2 hours)
1600 Hours: Arrive at the camp, check in, and welcome tea/coffee
1700 Hours: Safety briefing and equipment check for the upcoming rafting days
1830 Hours: Dinner and leisure time at the camp, with the option of a campfire or nature walks

Day 2: High-Action Tana River Rafting 

Day 3: Technical Rafting and Return to Nairobi

3-day/2-night white-water rafting adventure on the Tana River Highlights

Transport: Nairobi to the Tana River rafting area, which is about 1.5 hours away
Camping & Accommodation: 2-night stay, usually in tents at specialized adventure camps in Sagana
Adventure Activities: Zip-lining across the river, kayaking, bungee jumping, rock climbing, and guided nature walks
Included Meals: Full board dining (breakfast, lunch, dinner), often featuring a three-course barbecue lunch after rafting
White Water Rafting: A full or half-day adventure on the Tana River, including challenging rapids like the “Devil’s Toilet Bowl” and “Captains Folly”

Important Notes

Best Time: Rainy seasons (April-June, October-December) offer the most intense, high-water conditions
What to Bring: Quick-dry clothes, securely strapped sandals/water shoes, sunscreen, and a change of clothes

Our 3-Day Adventure White Water Rafting Tana River is a perfect trip for the adventurous who want their adrenaline to run high while rafting on the Tana and Mathioya Rivers in Sagana, Kenya.

This 2-night rafting trip on the Tana River is ideal for guests with a few days to spare while visiting Nairobi, or for those based in the capital (only 100 km along the Nyeri Road). The Tana River White Water Rafting adventure package includes a day on the Tana and then a second, action-packed day on the Mathioya River.

The Mathioya River can only be run at certain water levels. The Mathioya is one of the hardest rafting rivers in Kenya, with over 450 meters of descent over its 22-kilometer length. This is a narrow, technical river. It is fairly low-volume even during the rainy season, but it contains serious, sustained grade IV/V whitewater. Previous experience is required.

The tour includes exciting days of thrills (and often spills) with a great mix of high-action whitewater (up to grade V), interspersed with calm, scenic waters where birdlife abounds.

At the camp, there are many optional activities on offer, such as zip-lining across the River Tana, sundowners, mountain biking, nature walks, kayaking sessions, bungee jumping, and much more.

All these are at an extra cost.

Day 1: Nairobi – Drive to Sagana Camp For Your White Water Rafting Adventure
Day 2: White Water Rafting on Tana River
Day 3: White Water Rafting on River Mathioya – Optional Activities – Transfer back to Nairobi

Day 1: Nairobi – Drive to Sagana Camp For Your White Water Rafting Adventure

1400 Hours: Your pick-up time from Sarit Center. You will be met in Nairobi by one of our guides and driven to our riverside camp in the town of Riandira.

1600 Hours: On arrival, you will have refreshments and receive a brief from our guide team on the day’s program. Once here, you will be issued your on-suit cabin and given a talk from the trip leader about the plan for your adventure.

The afternoon is free to enjoy the camp, take a swim in the pool, or simply have a beer at our bar, “Paddle on In.”

1900 Hours: In the evening, we will have dinner under the stars, and the rest of the night is free to relax. 

Accommodation Options:
Luxury Accommodation: Rapids Camp, Savage Wilderness Camp
Mid-Range Accommodation: Hotel Nokras

Meal Plan: {Lunch & Dinner}

Day 2: White Water Rafting on Tana River

0800 Hours: Breakfast will be served, followed by a safety talk by the trip leader, in which they will explain all that you need to know about your rafting trips.

0900 Hours: We will then head to the start point of the river Tana and start our descent through countless rapids with names such as “can of worms” and “Parking Meter”. We will be on the river for at least 3 hours, and we will arrive directly back at the savage camp ready for a well-deserved lunch.

1400 Hours: After lunch, your afternoon is free to take part in one of our many optional activities at the camp.

Activities include zip-lining across the River Tana, sundowners, mountain biking, nature walks, kayaking sessions, bungee jumping, and much more. All these are at an extra cost.

1900 Hours: Dinner will be served, and the evening will be for relaxation.

Accommodation Options:
Luxury Accommodation: Rapids Camp, Savage Wilderness Camp
Mid-Range Accommodation: Hotel Nokras

Meal Plan: {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}

Day 3: White Water Rafting on River Mathioya – Optional Activities – Transfer back to Nairobi

0800 Hours: After another delicious breakfast, we will board our bus and transfer for half an hour to the start point of the river Mathioya, a low-volume, very technical white-water run.

1000 Hours: We will be on the river for about 3 hours, tackling continuous Class 4 rapids one after another.

1300 Hours: At the end of the trip, we will return to the Savage camp for a Barbecue lunch.

1600 Hours: Later, we will transfer back to Nairobi, arriving no later than 1830 hours.

Meal Plan {Breakfast & Lunch}

3-Day Adventure White Water Rafting Tana River Rates Do Not Include

✓ All the Necessary Equipment
✓ Mineral water during the tour
✓ All meals included while on safari
✓ Professional experienced driver-guide
✓ All applicable Game Park entrance fees
✓ Accommodations of your choice in Sagana
✓ Round-trip transport from Nairobi to Sagana
✓ Guaranteed window seating with an open-top
✓ A Rafting Trip on the River Tana and the River Mathioya
✓ Two Nights of accommodation in Savage Camp Suit Cabins
✓ All the Meals mentioned in your itinerary, including 2 Drinks with every Meal

Notes:

* Advance reservation and payment required
* At the camp, you will need your wash bag and a change of clothes for the evening times
* This adventure is available all year round with a minimum of 4 guests and a maximum of 60 Guests
* You will also need a little money for optional activities and souvenirs that are not included in your itinerary
* Please note that during the rainy seasons, we have high water in the river, and it is not recommended for younger children to raft
* For all of our adventure activities, you will need a pair of shorts, a t-shirt, a pair of tennis shoes/ trainers or sandals that cannot slip off your feet, sun cream, a hat, and a spirit of adventure

3-Day Adventure White Water Rafting Tana River Rates Do Not Include:

* International Airfare
* Accommodations in Nairobi
* Cost of obtaining a passport and visas
* Gratuity for your professional driver-guide
* Sundowner bush cocktails and bush dinner
* Gratuity for Porterage/ waiters at hotels, camps, and airports
* Personal expenses such as transfers to/ from the airport (supplement airport transfer cost applies for tours starting from the airport)
* Personal expenses such as traveling insurance, excess baggage fee, communication charges that include, including laundry, emails, faxes, and phone calls, beverages, including luxury champagne, luxury spirits, beer, and wines during meals or meals not indicated in the itinerary

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