Grand Canyon Rafting

Grand Canyon river rafting provides a different way to view one of the natural wonders of the world. Some do not think of great Grand Canyon whitewater rafting when planning to see the world's most breathtaking rock formation, but they are missing out. Come explore the power and majesty of nature with two rafting trips in the Grand Canyon!

Grand Canyon rafting

Grand Canyon Rafting: Upper Section

Superlatives are insufficient to describe the upper section of the Grand Canyon and the rafting experience that it offers. Sparkling clear springs gush from cracks in the cliffs, forming lush oases of ferns, pools and wild flowers along a course boasting 19 major class IV-and-above rapids. It is no wonder that Hopi Indian legend claims mankind originally emerged at a point on this river!

Grand Canyon Rafting: Lower Section

Once you board the rafts a whirlwind of rapids introduce you to your Grand Canyon rafting experience, beginning in the heart of the ancient rock of the Granite Gorge. Eighteen major class IV and above rapids are on this lower section, which also offers several falls and side creeks to explore.

Two other "grand" canyons

If you're looking for the Grand Canyon rafting experience but don't have the time, money or ability to make the required hike in to or out of the Grand Canyon, we recommend two other spectacular Colorado River canyons:

Westwater Canyon Colorado River (2 or 3 Days)

Often called a miniature Grand Canyon, this segment of the Colorado River is the answer for the person who is short on time but wants it all: a wilderness canyon so stunningly beautiful you'll have no choice but to leave the world behind. And the finale? World-class whitewater. Virtually unknown 30 years ago, Westwater Canyon has become a favorite choice for its pace, rhythm, and intensity.

Cataract Canyon Colorado River (5 and 6 Days)

Cataract Canyon is an anomaly. Its rapids rank along with those of the Grand Canyon in power and difficulty. Yet Cataract Canyon contains mile after mile of rafting through canyons where you are awe struck, not at the whitewater, but the deep multicolored canyons of this section of Canyonlands National Park.