The rivers of the area are graded using an international system which gives a grading from 1 to 6. Grade 1: Simple easy rapids Grade 2: Simple technical rapids with a need to maneuver raft. Grade 3: Moderate rapids with the need to hold on at times and maintain control of rafts. Grade 4: Moderate technical rapids with the need to hold on at times, and definite continuous need to maneuver rafts. Exciting rafting. Grade 5: Heavy, difficult rapids. Essential to maintain control. Steep gradient. Grade 6: Extremely difficult rapids. Necessary to be in control but rarely possible. Dangerous rafting.
The rapids on the Tully River are of grade 3-4 The rapids on the Barron River are of grade 1-2 The rapids on the Russell River are of grade 1-2 The rapids on the North Johnstone River are of grade 5 Please use this as a guide when choosing your level of adrenalin rush, but remember that experience is NOT necessary; in fact most of our clients have never been rafting before. | 
