Is rafting dangerous?
All rafting providers on CheckYeti employ without exception only experienced and certified guides. By the use of modern rafts and by strictly adhering to all safety regulations, the probability of an injury is reduced to a minimum. Rafting thus became a very safe sport. Nonetheless, as with all types of sports, the risk of an injury cannot be elimin...
Do I need to be a good swimmer?
It is mandatory to wear a life jacket while rafting, but it is not always mandatory that you can swim. Depending on the difficulty level of the tour and current water conditions, it is possible to participate without being a swimmer. You can find more details in the description of the specific rafting tour....
Am I allowed to drink alcohol before or during a rafting tour?
The consumption of alcohol before or during the tour is not recommended, as the risk of injuries for yourself and all other participants increases. After the tour, you are more than welcome to toast to your adventurous rafting tour. If desired, drinks, such as beer and sparkling wine, can be booked additionally. ...
What role does the weather play in paragliding?
To experience an unforgettable paragliding flight, the weather has to play along. The pilots assess the weather conditions before each flight very carefully. If the conditions for paragliding are not ideal, the flight may be postponed. In such a case you will be informed in time by your pilot....
Are there any restrictions for paragliding?
Paragliding is one of the safest sports, thanks to high safety standards and modern equipment. Since you are flying with a trained and experienced paragliding pilot, no previous knowledge or experience is required. The majority of passengers fly for the first time, from children around 6 years old (it is important that the desire to fly comes from t...
Can paragliding exacerbate issues like sensitive stomach or fear of heights?
Unless you have booked an acrobatic flight, paragliding flights are usually very smooth. Nausea occurs only in very few cases. To be on the safe side, we recommend a standard flight, as this is particularly calm. Furthermore, many pilots and passengers report that they do not have any problems with their fear of heights when paragliding. Since you d...
Am I allowed to bring my own GoPro?
Most of the providers offer a photo and video service for unforgettable memories of your flight. But if you have your own GoPro you may have the possibility to bring it with you during your flight. If the provider allows it, it will be indicated in the "Bring along" section of the offer....
Where can my relatives wait while I do my paragliding flight?
The meeting point for your paragliding flight is usually near the landing site. Unless stated otherwise in the offer, your relatives are welcome to stay here and observe your flight from the ground, as it is often the best location to witness a paragliding flight. Some providers have even set up a dedicated area for this purpose....
How deep do you dive?
The depth to which you dive depends on your level and the local conditions of the dive site. During discovery/trial dives, you will typically dive to a maximum depth of around 6m to 12m. During a beginners' certification course (e.g. PADI Scuba Diver or PADI Open Water Diver) you will dive to a maximum depth of 12m to 18m. If you choose to move on t...
Do I need to know how to swim to go scuba diving?
Yes and no. If you're participating in a trial dive or 'Discover Scuba' programme, you don't necessarily need to be able to swim since you'll be wearing a buoyancy control device (BCD) with which you can control whether you sink or float. However, if you're doing a certification course, some basic swimming ability is required. Your instructor will t...
Do I pay less if I bring my own equipment?
For discovery/trial dives and certification courses, rental equipment is nearly always included in the price. When it comes to dive excursions for certified divers, dive centres will typically charge a little extra for using their rental equipment, which is reflected in the different price options on CheckYeti....
Can I dive if I wear glasses?
Yes you can. The simplest option is to wear daily disposable contact lenses. If you don't wear contacts, a prescription mask is a great alternative. You can rent prescription masks from your dive centre or invest in your own that better match your eyesight requirements....
How do surf lessons work?
Every surf school handles this differently. Normally the lessons start at the surf school, where you meet your instructor who hands you the equipment and goes through the first theory session with you. Then you go to the beach where you do dry practice in the sand before going in the sea and hitting the waves. ...
