JP\/18\/RAFT3A<\/p>\n
Cikandang River lures rafting enthusiasts<\/p>\n
The Cikandang in Garut regency is among dozens of rivers in the
\ncountry popular with rafters. Located in a remote area, however,
\nthe river is not as popular as the Citarik or Cicatih rivers,
\nalso in West Java. However, the Cikandang offers many benefits
\nfor water sports enthusiasts, especially rafters.<\/p>\n
Cikandang River is still a pristine area, located far from
\nresidential houses. Its water is clear and the view around the
\nriver is fabulous. While rowing down the river, rafters can see
\nandesite and sloping riverbanks (andesite is a fine-grained,
\nextrusive igneous rock).<\/p>\n
The most beautiful canyon along the Cikandang River is located
\nsome two kilometers before Cijayana Beach, where the rafting
\nsession ends. The canyon is huge and wide and as it is located on
\nthe bend of the river, the water is relatively calm in certain
\nspots, providing rafters a good spot for a dip.<\/p>\n
Besides the riverbanks, rafters can also see beautiful paddy
\nfields and forests along the river, whose water flows from the
\nupper river sourced in Mount Papandayan.<\/p>\n
What makes Cikandang River special is its water level, which
\nis relatively constant throughout the year. During the dry
\nseason, rafters can still find challenging rapids and drops.<\/p>\n
Unlike other rivers, rapids and drops can be found in many
\nplaces along the river so you don't have to wait long for them.
\nSoon after cruising over calm water, you will quickly traverse
\nstones and boulders in fast currents fraught with danger, and
\nfinally jump into calmer waters.<\/p>\n
The grade of difficulty on the Cikandang River is classified
\nas a three to four, from a maximum of six (grade one is for
\nbeginners and grade six is for advanced rafters). In some spots,
\nthe currents are regular and slow, but in other spots they are
\nfast, irregular and dangerous.<\/p>\n
There are also some whirlpools, which require special skill to
\novercome. Rafters have to produce quick maneuvers and be ready in
\npressing situations. If rafters lose their cool, their raft could
\nflip over, putting them in danger.<\/p>\n
The challenging seven-hour adventure in Cikandang finishes
\nwith some sight-seeing at the beautiful Cijayana Beach.<\/p>\n
Although rafting along the Cikandang River is a challenging
\nadventure, its relative isolation has prevented many rafting
\nenthusiasts from enjoying the river. In order to increase
\ninterest, rafting operators, including Amphibia Outdoor Provider,
\nprovide extra activities for trips down the Cikandang River.<\/p>\n
\"There is a barbecue, campfire, acoustic music and sight-
\nseeing on a tea plantation,\" said Bonky from one of the rafting
\noperators. -- A'an Suryana<\/p>",
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