How long should I wait before going white water rafting after getting a tattoo?

I am going white water rafting on June 15th. I want to get a wrist tattoo that says Explore. Dream. Discover. What I want to know is when I should get the tattoo done. I know its best to get it done after. But if I want it done before whats that latest time I should get the tattoo?

Anonymous2012-04-06T10:15:03Z

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About two weeks is the general timeline where you can do anything like that or swim in a pool. It should be pretty much healed by then. Just keep it moisturized and clean after you get it.

Anonymous2012-04-07T13:28:13Z

It is best to get your tattoo done after you go water rafting. It is safer. But generally speaking, 2 weeks after your tattoo is done, you're good to go in the water.

anti_yabishh2012-04-06T17:16:33Z

2 weeks before, tattoos heal pretty fast if they're cared for right... i assume
so go with 2 weeks

?2012-04-06T17:13:26Z

Make the words meaningful. Do both things at once.