We had a whale of a time white water rafting last December (21 Dec 09) at Sungei Kampar in Perak (West Malaysia). I never knew they had river rapids. Anyway, it was a "first time" for both Melissa and I and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience!
Unfortunately, Miranda couldn't join in as they had a minimum age limit of 9 years. By and large it was safe as long as one followed the rules - otherwise you may be thrown into the river when it goes over a boulder!
It is also a marvel of nature - river, rock, jungle, mountain scenery, reminding us of the world God had created. Ascribe greatness to our Almighty God!