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A Loo With A View

Hamish McMaster


As something we all need to do each day (yes even the Queen) broaching the subject of ‘the loo’ on a whitewater rafting trip needs to be handled with discretion. The reality is, as part of a rafting vacation, actually it is a wonderful place to go each day, do your thing with a view that […]

Anatomy Of The Whitewater Raft

Hamish McMaster


Do you know your thwart from your foot cup? Hamish McMaster, Owner & Founder of Water By Nature, is here with a quick guide to the terminology used in and around your raft. Guest: Arguably the most important part of the trip. Without you guys, we would probably all have office jobs and not be […]

Five Pieces Of Essential Gear For Your Rafting Holiday

Hamish McMaster


We all love our home comforts when we travel. No matter whether you are heading off with your family for a rafting adventure to Morocco, or you are some friends off to challenge the Zambezi River, here are a few of our suggestions to make that trip a little more comfortable and rewarding. 1. Go […]

Types Of Craft On A White Water Rafting Vacation

Hamish McMaster


There are many varying craft on offer on white water rafting trips to enhance your adventure. Each offer a different means to run rapids on a river, giving you safe options to challenge some of the biggest whitewater in the world, such as on the Zambezi or in Nepal. Other craft are there for your […]

Hydrating On Your Rafting Trip

Hamish McMaster


Many people are amazed at whilst on a river trip, just how much water they drink as opposed to what they may drink in the office at work, or indeed at home. Dehydration affects the body’s ability to transfer heat, forcing the heart to beat faster. It can cause headaches, fatigue, cramps and a decrease […]