Popular Expeditions
Colorado River Rafting
Cataract Canyon rafting is an anomaly. Its rapids rank along with those of the Grand Canyon in power and difficulty. In fact, the river becomes unruly during the run off in May and June.
Salmon River Rafting
There is a green hole in the middle of Idaho. A spot refreshingly empty on your highway map. A place where pavement never was…and wild rivers still are…the Salmon River- The River of No Return.
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Colorado River Daily
The Colorado River daily stretch is a 14 mile section of our Fisher Towers trip outlined above. This is a popular choice for Scout groups, Church youth groups and adult groups looking to get their feet wet river rafting. Just outside of Moab, UT for easy access. You will spend a day playing on the river; lunch is served within sight of the 12,000 LaSal Mountains and Fisher Towers formations.
Highlights
- Just outside Moab, Utah for easy access
- A popular choice for Scouts and Church groups
- Spend a day playing on the river
- Lunch served with amazing views of Fisher Towers and the La Sal Mountains
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Sample Itinerary
Put in is a Hittle Bottom and take-out is at mile 10 1/2.
Daily River Trips are a great introduction to river running. For the beginner or veteran, our one day trip gives you all the best of river running: whitewater, beach fun, good food, and great company. The price includes: transportation from the South side of the Colorado River Bridge and back, lunch, and the use of our waterproof containers for your camera, sunscreen and extra clothes.
Trip Details
Colorado Daily rates:
$60 per person, $50 for youth (under 18 years) and groups of 10 or more (transportation included), $45 per person for groups of 25 or more (transportation not included)
We meet for the trip:
Groups under 25 guests we meet on the South side of the Colorado River Bridge, on Highway 191, North end of Moab at 10:00 a.m. (Mountain Time).
Groups greater than 25 we meet at Hittle Bottom, mile marker 23 (put-in) at 10:00 a.m. You can reach Hittle Bottom by taking State Hwy 128 east along the Colorado River (Junction between 128 and Highway 191 near Colorado River Bridge, north of Moab, Utah). It is 23 miles from the junction. Holiday will pick up shuttle vehicle drivers at the take-out point at mile 10 1/2, (at 9:00 a.m.) if applicable, and take them up to Hittle Bottom where the rest of their group will be.
Tipping the guides:
Many guests ask us if tipping is appropriate after the trip. If you feel the guides have been instrumental in your enjoyment of the trip, you may choose to direct a gratuity to the trip leader in the form of cash or check. He/She will then distribute it evenly to the other crew members. However, the decision to tip is left to your sole discretion.
If you have any questions
Prior to leaving for your trip, we welcome you to call our Salt Lake City office, Monday through Friday at 800-624-6323 (outside Utah), or 801-266-2087 (inside Utah). We’re happy to take the time to answer your questions. You may also contact us through e-mail at holiday@bikeraft.com.
IN THE EVENT OF EMERGENCY CIRCUMSTANCES THE NIGHT BEFORE THE TRIP, OUR GREEN RIVER HEADQUARTERS NUMBER IS 435-564-3273.
About the Area
Colorado River Daily Weather
In May and early June temperatures average 70 to 80 degrees during the day and in late June through August the daytime temperatures are 80 to 100 degrees. Light rain showers occasionally occur in this area, and it can cool temperatures considerably. With this in mind we recommend you have a poncho. There will also be an abundance of sun, so bring a hat and plenty of suntan lotion and/or sunscreens.
Things to see in the area:
John Wesley Powell Museum in Green River, Utah. Arches National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, Canyonlands National Park, Fisher Towers, Colorado National Monument, Goblin Valley State Park, San Rafael Swell, Capital Reef National Park, Natural Bridges National Monument, and the La Sal and Henry Mountains.
Reading material you may enjoy:
- Canyonlands River Guide,Belknap (waterproof) $19.95
National Geographic, “Exploring Canyonlands Nat’l. Park” (7/71) N/A
Canyonlands Country, Donald L. Baars $15.95
Life in Stone,Christa Sadler $11.95
The Educated Outlaw,Harvey Lay Murdock (grandson) $10.95
These books can be ordered online at our e-store, or by sending the appropriate amount listed above plus $4.95 shipping and handling for the first book, and an additional $2.00 for each book thereafter to Holiday River Expeditions, 544 East 3900 South, SLC, UT 84107. This is available within the U.S. only. If outside the U.S. additional shipping and handling charges will be added. You can call 801-266-2087 for rates. These books can also be purchased at our headquarters in Green River.
Getting Here
Holiday River Expedition's Travel Agents - Mateja Harrington & Cindy Swenson with Cruise and Travel Masters are happy to assist you with your travel plans. Contact Mateja or Cindy to take the work out of "Getting Here".
Toll Free - 800-264-0557 (You must ask for Mateja Harrington or Cindy Swenson) Or, do it yourself, we can help… Air Service to Salt Lake City (SLC) or Denver (DEN) TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS FROM SALT LAKE CITY to Green River, Vernal or Blanding, Utah Once in Salt Lake City most of our guests rent-a-car and drive to our meeting points. Salt Lake City to Green River 180 miles Shuttle Service to Green River or Blanding, Utah from Salt Lake City (Vernal is on a Charter basis only) TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS FROM DENVER to Green River, Vernal or Blanding, Utah Air Service to Moab (CNY) (52 miles south of Green River), Utah from Denver, Colorado
Email Attention Mateja or Cindy: askus@cruiseandtravelmasters.comivider-short"> Colorado and Utah Rivers
Gateway - Salt Lake City, Utah OR Denver, Colorado
Rental Cars
All rental cars are located in both terminals of the Salt Lake City Airport.
Salt Lake City to Blanding 300 miles
Salt Lake City to Vernal 180 miles
Air Service to Vernal (VEL), Utah from Denver, Colorado
Gear & Clothing Checklist
ONE-DAY RIVER TRIP CHECKLIST
Suggested Gear and Clothing:
Swimming Suit
Shorts or Long Pants (quick drying)
A Short Sleeve or Long sleeve T-shirt
Shoes to get wet while rafting i.e. water sport shoes or sneakers
Water Bottle or Cup
Hat, Sunglasses (with safety straps)
Sun Screen, SPF 15 or higher
Windbreaker (optional)
Disposable Camera (optional)