Weekend adventure - Packrafting the wild
Packrafting the wild Weekend
On our packraft adventure weekend, we are not limited to the land, but we will also discover the wonders of the water! We use the river to cover distance and rest our legs.
A beautifull meandering river
Off the beaten path. Navigating with map & compass.
Get to know the wonders of the water world in our packrafts.
Camp in all serenity, enjoy the campfire & each others company.
Camping expedition-wise under a tarp with a bivouac bag. Exciting if it's your first time!
Date
27 - 29 mei 2023
21 - 23 july 2023
Location
Vouziers, France
Activity Level (1-5)
Level 2 (medium)
Guide
Koen De Leeuw
Trip overview
Where are we
Surrounded by French deciduous forest, we find a beautiful winding river. The twists or meanders in this river are a natural phenomenon that causes the bends and exact location of the river to change over time. An idyllic tree along the outside bend one weekend becomes an adventurous obstacle the next.
Here we are really in the green heart of mother nature. An environment that becomes completely silent at night and where you wake up with the sound of the birds and animals.
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The trip
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Day 1 - In the morning at 8.30 am we gather near Vouziers.
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Day 1 and 2 - We walk through the beautiful forests and packraft on the idyllic river.
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Day 3 - We packraft the last meandering kilometers.
oUR APPROACH
We help you in advance to keep your backpack light, so that the extra weight of the packraft does not cause a problem. Your experience is our main focus.
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It's a real micro expedition, all aspects necessary to join a packraft expedition are included. Packing the backpack, navigating on land and on water, food and cooking, purifying water, setting up camp, … But above all, the pleasure of an expedition: the tranquility of nature, living together with the animals, being outside around the clock, an experience that makes it worth the effort, ...
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The packraft weighs 3 kg, the four-part paddle 1 kg.
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Your backpack will weigh 10 kg, this to keep the experience open for everyone!
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We sleep under a tarp and also provide a Gore-Tex bivouac bag so that your sleeping bag will certainly stay dry.
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Get Out There provides food and drinks to give you enough energy. So that you can experience, enjoy, live…
Practical info
When
27 - 29 May 2023
21 - 23 June 2023
Price
€ 250
Included in this trip
We will send the complete Get Out There packing list by email. Here we list the most important items we provide.
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Bivouac bag, tarp, and mosquito net (our tent)
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Packraft (3 kg), a four-piece paddle (1 kg) and an inflation bag.
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Drinks (your morning coffee/tea is provided).
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Experienced Get Out There supervisor who is responsible for the atmosphere and safety.
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Learning moments about the technical aspects of adventure and nature.
NOT included
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Transport to Vouziers.
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Food: extensive snacks and high-quality expedition food bags. (We can provide this package for € 50)
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Accident/health and travel insurance.
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A personal backpack, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, walking shoes, clothing, ...
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Renting gear
Ask us about renting options:
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Sleeping bag
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Sleeping pad
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Jackets
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backpacks
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FAQ
Physique
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Being in good health and able to hike 20 k is enough to join our experiences.
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Required experience
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No previous knowledge or experience is required
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How heavy is my backpack?
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The packraft weighs only 3 kg and the four-piece paddle 1 kg. We keep your backpack very light by helping you pack. You will receive a Packraft manual and packing list to guide you in your packing process.
Is my backpack large enough for this trip?
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Since the packraft you take with you is no bigger than a thick mattress, this is possible. However, we ask to bring a backpack of at least 60 liters. 50 liters is the absolute minimum size, but you will need to compromise on the personal items you can bring on this trip.