Aba Daduhe Minjiang River Rafting

Aba Daduhe Minjiang River Rafting

Introduction to Aba Daduhe Minjiang River Rafting The “First Drift on the Long March,” operated by Aba Daduhe Minjiang River Tourism Rafting Co., Ltd., starts near the Hongjun Bridge in Wenchuan and ends at Qipangu. Covering a total distance of 9 kilometers with a drop of 20 meters, it is currently the longest mechanized rafting route in Sichuan Province and offers one of the most exhilarating rafting experiences, filling a gap in the mechanized rafting offerings in Aba Prefecture. On your way west from Jiuzhaigou back to Chengdu, you will pass through three county towns—Songpan, Maoxian, and Wenchuan. The starting dock of the “First Drift on the Long March” is located right where the Red Army fought the Battle of Yanmen Pass, adjacent to the Long March Monument standing in Wenchuan County. The rafting route takes you past the historic Hongjun Bridge, where the Red Army once engaged in fierce battles, all the way to the end point at Qipangu Dock in Wenchuan County. The full course spans 9 kilometers and takes about 30 to 50 minutes, following the flow of the river without any detours or backtracking, making it very convenient for trip planning. You could say it’s a delightful surprise encountered along the way. Embrace the Minjiang River and dance with the waves as you drift down the very river that the Red Army once braved. This experience is definitely not one to be missed. The “First Drift on the Long March” is helmed by experienced and highly skilled rafting guides, who come from the original rafting team of China’s first commercial rafting company—the Maojiang River Rafting Company in Zhangjiajie, Hunan. The section of the river used for rafting has undergone rigorous safety evaluations by experts from the Sichuan Provincial Communications Department, and a safety permit has been issued. The inflatable rafts used for the “First Drift on the Long March” are also among the most advanced specialized rafting vessels in China. Furthermore, an insurance company provides coverage of 100,000 RMB per person, ensuring that the adventure is both thrilling and completely safe. Rest assured, everyone will have a worry-free and exciting time.

As the saying goes, hearing about something a hundred times is not as good as experiencing it once. Dear travelers, when your bus reaches Wenchuan, why not give the “First Drift on the Long March” a try? Feel the passion and excitement of battling the waves on the Minjiang River and relive the epic and solemn history of the Red Army’s 25,000-li Long March.

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