00:00Welcome to Rize on Turkey's northeastern coast where the Black Sea meets the covered mountains, a hidden gem full of charm, beauty and adventure.
00:17This might be the perfect place to relax with a cup of chai, but as you can see from my outfit I have something else in mind, an adrenaline rush. Let's go!
00:27Rize is Turkey's reign capital perfect for rafting, which I'm trying today.
00:36Goodbye! Goodbye! Yeah, happy!
00:40We are on the Fertena River, a truly unique stream that starts in the Kachkar Mountains and flows 57 km down to the sea.
00:50Fertena River
00:53We have our top parkour. The top parkour is more adrenaline. We want to move on to the top parkour.
00:57The top parkour is more light. They are slowly, but they are slowly.
01:02The Fertena River is higher than the sea. It's more high than the sea.
01:07It's one of the longest rafting routes in the country and a top destination for frill seekers.
01:12To get an idea of what the water in this river is like, the word Fertena means storm.
01:20Danger! Danger!
01:25Let's go!
01:27Let's go!
01:28Let's go!
01:29Let's go!
01:30Let's go!
01:33With its crystal clear waters and fast-moving currents, the river offers an exhilarating experience for both beginners and seasoned rafters.
01:42The rafting here is unique, surrounded by lush plantations and historic arched bridges.
01:55Good boy!
02:00Very good.
02:02Good job was helped!
02:06Each rapid becomes a thrilling team effort, building trust and excitement.
02:10I've just taken on the wild rapids of the Fertena River, what a rush!
02:28But I'm not done yet, now I'm going to take in the scenery from another angle!
02:34Let's go!
02:37Ziplining lets you glide above the river, taking the valley's stunning landscapes from an entirely new perspective!
02:47But this is not the only way to experience the Fertena Valley!
02:51It's the only way to experience the Fertena Valley!
02:59We can walk in the mountains, we can walk in the mountains, we can walk in the mountains, we can walk in the mountains, we can walk in the mountains.
03:07One thing's for sure, no one comes here and lives disappointed, there's fun for all ages, even grown-ups want to feel like kids!
03:17I've explored what the river has to offer, now it's time to discover its surroundings, and for me there's no better way than with a good run!
03:36This region is a paradise for trail runners!
03:40No wonder it's been home to an ultra-marathon since 2015, and starting this year it's part of the UTMB circuit, where the world's top trail runners compete!
03:52We are at the foot of Mt. Kachkar, a breathtaking peak with an elevation of 3937 meters!
04:00These trails win through alpine-style peaks and lush forests, offering a challenge like no other!
04:07Running here is truly special!
04:11The Kachkar mountain range is a growing favourite among nature lovers!
04:32The Kachkar mountain range is a growing favourite among nature lovers!
04:37From wild rivers to dizzying heights and mountain trails, Rize has pushed my limits and taken my breath away!
04:44It's a place that challenges you, but leaves you changed for the better!
04:49Gorushuruz!
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