Nepalese rafters
From Page 16 noeuvring their raft, and ended up on top of Table Rock, as it is fondly called by the guides. It took them only a few minutes to get down from their precarious position, but for the 11 other soldiers, their two guides and myself, it was a hilarious sight. The stranded craft resembled yellow icing on a cake, as it sat draped helplessly over the rock. The largest boat become entangled with a rock too a couple of times, providing a clear path for the other
rafts to go through. Only three people fell out of their rafts. Even one of the guides managed to make an unobtrusive entry into the water on Legbreaker rapid. It was a thoroughly enjoyable trip although my arms were aching by the time we landed, over two hours after the start. The soldiers enjoyed the adventure - and the cup of tea and fresh home-baking provided by Sue Allomes from Ruapehu Outback Adventures.
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Waimarino Bulletin, Volume 6, Issue 241, 3 May 1988, Page 17 (Supplement)
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163Nepalese rafters Waimarino Bulletin, Volume 6, Issue 241, 3 May 1988, Page 17 (Supplement)
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