Renowned as one of the best whitewater rafting locations in the world, Futaleufu River certainly lives up to its English translation, 'big big river'. Rafting enthusiasts flock to the river to experience some of the most challenging rapids on earth, and most don't leave disappointed. The danger, however, is for inexperienced rafters who think they're ready to take on class V rapids (the second highest rating of rapids).
Whitewater rafters, as well as kayakers, have been known to die on the Futaleufu River - pulled underwater by the strong rapids and never seen alive again. It's a quick way to achieve a horrifying death, for sure. For us, we're happy with visiting our local aquatic center, or even a peaceful spring. There's no way we're getting taken down by a bunch of rapids and you shouldn't let them either!