Wadi Adventures, the Middle East's first man-made whitewater rafting, kayaking and surfing destination, has announced that it will be hosting the first-ever UAE leg of the International Rafting Federations World Rafting Championship from November 1 to 5, 2016 in cooperation with key partner Tamouh Investments Group. The high-profile international event will be held 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 competitors open up to 4-man rafts covering the Sprint, Head to Head, Slalom and Downriver rafting disciplines and will be kept in the Middle East's first man-made rafting course. Wadi Adventures passed the International Rafting Federation's strict logistical and tournament requirements, showing itself an exceptional synthetic course for challenging the endurance and rafting skills of skilled competitors. The 2016 World Rafting Championship is sponsored by leading Abu Dhabi -based residential or commercial property developer Tamouh Investments Group and the International Rafting Federation.

Saif Al Bloushi, Chief Projects Officer - Tamouh Investments Group, Wadi Adventures' parent company, stated: "Wadi Adventures' hosting of the 2016 World Rafting Championship marks a major turning point in regional watersports and affirms Al Ain's coming of age as a world-class experience sport destination. We eagerly anticipate seeing some of the world's best rafters in action and

contributing to the more development and popularity of the sport at the regional, local and global levels. We wish all competitors the absolute best of luck."

Aside from viewing the Championship, audiences and visitors can likewise have a good time at the Kids' Zone and Sports Shows Zones to be set up for the event. They can also experiment with a few of Wadi Adventures' significant destinations such as the world's longest guy made whitewater channels, the world's biggest surf swimming pool, and an aerial barrier course featuring a two-story airpark, zip line, climbing wall and huge swing.

Nilesh Mistry, General Manager - Wadi Adventures, added: Wadi Adventures takes pride in the advanced facilities, amenities and services it offers which can accommodate even the toughest of water sports and activities. The 2016 World Rafting Championship will be the supreme test of our ability to host major international events and we are confident that we will deliver beyond expectations. We thank the International Rafting Federation for their trust and assure viewers and competitors alike of a memorable experience along with the unique brand of Arabic hospitality.

We are very selective of the venues for the Championship. Needless to say, we were very impressed by Wadi Adventures offerings as well as Al Ains natural fit for our event in terms of terrain, location and ambiance. We are very excited over our first foray into the UAE and anticipate a very entertaining and challenging competition this year,, informed Joe Willie Jones, President, International Rafting Federation.

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