From November 1 to 5 the 2016 competition, in cooperation with key partner Tamouh Investments Group, will hold the high-profile international event under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Sports Council and will cast the global spotlight on Al Ain in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi as an ideal adventure sport hub.

The upcoming World Rafting Championship is an R4-level competition open to 4-man rafts covering the Sprint, Head to Head, Slalom and Downriver rafting disciplines and will be held in the Middle East’s first man-made rafting course.

Wadi Adventures passed the International Rafting Federation’s stringent logistical and tournament requirements, proving itself an exceptional artificial course for challenging the endurance and rafting skills of seasoned competitors. The 2016 World Rafting Championship is sponsored by leading Abu Dhabi -based property developer Tamouh Investments Group and the International Rafting Federation.

Saif Al Bloushi, Chief Projects Officer – Tamouh Investments Group, Wadi Adventures’ parent company, said: “Wadi Adventures’ hosting of the 2016 World Rafting Championship marks a major milestone in local watersports and affirms Al Ain’s coming of age as a world-class adventure sport destination.

“We look forward to seeing some of the world’s best rafters in action and contributing to the further development and popularity of the sport at the local, regional and international levels. We wish all competitors the very best of luck.”

Aside from watching the Championship, audiences and guests can also have fun at the Kids’ Zone and Sports Shows Zones to be set up for the event. They can also try out some of Wadi Adventures’ major attractions such as the world’s longest man made whitewater channels, the world’s largest surf pool, and an aerial obstacle course featuring a two-story airpark, zip line, climbing wall and giant swing.

Located at the base of Jebel Hafeet Mountain, south of the city of Al Ain, Wadi Adventures is one of the region’s leading adventure sport -themed destinations. Wadi Adventures’ spaces and infrastructure are specially designed to host world-class events, competitions, and large groups.