We do not offer ANY trips less than 4 days in length within Grand Canyon National Park. Because of the geography of the Grand Canyon (mile-high canyon walls), there are only a few places in the entire canyon where you can get on or off the river. All of those spots are a few days apart. Arizona River Runners
(800-477-7238) offers a 3 Day/2 Night trip round from Las Vegas, NV which is the shortest rafting trip you can do in the heart of Grand Canyon. We hope that you have a great visit to the Southwest and have listed some of our favorite activities, by region, below. There are not any rafting day trips at the South Rim due to a strenuous 8-mile hike down into the canyon, but there is plenty to see and do! Bright Angel Bicycles (928-638-3055), located in Grand Canyon Village at South Rim, offers guided bicycle tours as well as bicycle rentals. Their most popular ride, “The Hermit Road Package,” includes a shuttle to a great bike riding area in the park where you’ll enjoy spectacular views of the Grand Canyon without vehicle congestion. Grand Canyon Adventures (928-440-5079) offers top-rated sightseeing and hiking tours to the Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, and Horseshoe Bend. Grand Canyon Adventures also offers fully private tours that can be customized to create the trip of your dreams. PAGE/LAKE POWELL Kayaking in slot canyons with Lake Powell Adventure Company. Lake Powell Adventure Company (928-660-9683) offers a variety of guided day tours like mountain biking, kayaking and 4×4 off-roading, in and around Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Experienced, local guides know how to facilitate the fun with quality equipment while small group sizes make the tour feel more like an outdoor adventure and less like a trip to a crowded theme park.PHOENIX, AZ AREAREI Adventure Center offers a variety of options for a day out in the Phoenix area. River options include kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and rafting down a flatwater section of the lower Salt River. These guided trips offer stunning views of the Sonoran Desert and a chance to see wild horses. NEAR LAS VEGASHualapai River Runners’ offers a one-day whitewater rafting trip near Grand Canyon. Learn about the Hualapai Tribe’s connection to Grand Canyon and the Colorado River on this thrilling adventure. Black Canyon River Adventures offers a half-day rafting trip on the Colorado River below Hoover Dam. This area features a rugged landscape and an opportunity to see wildlife! Half-day and all-day trips on the Colorado River from Glen Canyon Dam to Lees Ferry will be provided beginning March 1, 2019 by Glen Canyon Rafting Hospitality, LLC. Trips begin at Page, Arizona, a drive of 140 miles from the South Rim. Glen Canyon Float Trip Experience Website One Day Colorado River Rafting OverviewFrom Peach Springs, AZ you'll head down Diamond Bar road to the boat launch for your Grand Canyon rafting adventure. Once geared up, your guide will launch your raft onto the mighty Colorado River, where you can take in the beautiful scenery before stopping at a side canyon for a short hike to explore picturesque Travertine Falls. After exploring the falls, the real adventure begins as you descend several class 3-6 white water rapids, including Honeymoon Rapid and its Fangs! After ten miles of whitewater rafting excitement, you'll stop along the banks of the Colorado River for a relaxing picnic lunch. For the next part of your journey, the River becomes calm and you can find the perfect photo opportunities, enjoy Grand Canyon wildlife sightings, and a learn about cultural history from your native Hualapai river guides. Then it's a helicopter flight up to Grand Canyon's West Rim (weather permitting) and a bus ride back to Peach Springs. Grand Canyon One-Day Whitewater FAQsHow do I book a trip?If you're ready to make a reservation, just check out our recommended Grand Canyon rafting trips below to check dates, prices and book your adventure. How long is the trip?This trip begins and ends in Peach Springs, AZ. It takes one day to shuttle to and from the river, in addition to your whitewater trip. What qualifications will my guide have?Each raft is manned by a professionally trained and well-qualified Hualapai river guide with a background in Hualapai cultural history. Are there any age or physical fitness requirements?Participants for this trip must be 8 years of age or older. This trip has class 3-6 rapids, with water temperatures of 45 degrees, and all participants should be fit and comfortable in these conditions What facilities will be available?There are restaurants a d lodges available in Peach Springs, AZ for both before and after your trip. Lunch is provided as part of your whitewater trip. How soon should I book my trip?Although trips can be booked at any time from one day to two years in advance, at least 3 moths' notice is advised due to limited availability. Are there any limits on group size?There are no group size limits for this trip What should I bring?Click the Grand Canyon Guru’s rafting checklist to see what you need to bring. How much does it cost?Trip start at $325 per person What is included in the total trip cost?
One-Day Rafting ChecklistBelow is a quick checklist for a one-day whitewater rafting trips through the lower Grand Canyon. This list is for people doing a motorized whitewater rafting trip with the Hualapai River Runners from Diamond Creek down to Lake Mead. Rafting Tours (Motorized Rafts)Your Grand Canyon whitewater adventure uses motorized rafts that are designed specifically for traversing the Colorado River. The Colorado River uses a rating scale of 1-10. Rapids on the one-day whitewater trip are up to class 7. This is comparable to a class III+ to IV rapid on a regular whitewater scale. You will not encounter any rapids on the one-day smoothwater rafting or kayaking trip. Personal Gear & Packing List
Are there 1 day rafting trips in the Grand Canyon?The closest and only one-day whitewater rating trip in Grand Canyon is this, the Hualapai River Runners, one-day trip. It is a 2+ hour drive from the South Rim to the meeting location in Peach Springs. The 4 to 8-day Upper Grand Canyon rafting trips end with a hike up to the South Rim.
How much does it cost to go white water rafting in the Grand Canyon?Grand Canyon National Park: Rafting Costs
A vacation whitewater rafting in Grand Canyon ranges from $346 for a motorized one-day to $6899 for an 18-day oar trip. Colorado River rafting trips are all inclusive with no additional costs once on the water.
What is the best time of year to go white water rafting in the Grand Canyon?Temperatures can vary throughout the year but the best time to go rafting is April and October. Clear skies and high temps make for a nice contrast to the 50-degree Colorado River. Milder weather is expected in April and September/October. The desert often experiences a dramatic monsoon in July and August.
How long is the waitlist to raft the Grand Canyon?Markle reports a wait list of 650 people for 2019 Grand Canyon rafting trips and recommends travelers get in touch 18 months in advance if they want to secure a specific date. The increase in demand may also reflect a larger trend involving personal priorities.
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