Colorado River Rafting Trips

The most famous river in the West: the mighty Colorado.

With its iconic canyons, thrilling whitewater, vibrant wildlife, and rich history, Colorado River rafting trips feature everything you could ask for in an adventure vacation.

Whether you’re seeking a family getaway, a weekend retreat with friends, or an extended wilderness expedition, you can find it one of our many Colorado River trips. Holiday is proud to offer these trips with exceptional safety practices, engaging interpretation, and a strong environmental ethic that guides everything we do.

Float the Colorado River with us and you’ll be sure to have an unforgettable adventure experience!

We acknowledge the Indigenous inhabitants of the areas in which we operate our trips. The Colorado River flows through the homeland of the Puebloan people, Eastern Shoshone people, and the Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) people. We honor and respect these people, and continue to develop our land acknowledgment initiative. Read more here.
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2–3 Day Westwater Canyon

Starting Price: $599
Minimum Age: 8
Meeting Location: Green River, UT

  • Class II-IV whitewater and stretches of calm water, great for beginner and intermediate participants
  • Shorter trip duration fits in with busy schedules
  • Narrow, remote canyon made of billion year old black rock
  • Fun, thrilling rapids that compare to the Grand Canyon
  • Abundant wildlife including bald eagles, bighorn sheep, and river otter

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Whitewater rafting on the Colorado River through Cataract Canyon

5–6 Day Cataract Canyon

Starting Price: $1,630
Minimum Age: 8 (16 in May & June)
Meeting Location: Green River, UT

  • Many miles of calm water leading to Class III-IV+ whitewater, ideal for intermediate and advanced participants
  • Trademark thrilling whitewater of the Colorado River, containing over 30 exhilarating rapids
  • Experience Canyonlands National Park in the most intimate way possible
  • Deep, impressive sandstone canyon and varied geology
  • Hiking to breathtaking viewpoints, well preserved archaeological sites, and geologic marvels

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Fisher Towers youth rafting trips on the Colorado River

2 Day Fisher Towers

Starting Price: $645
Minimum Age: 5
Meeting Location: Green River, UT

  • Mostly calm water with a few Class I-II rapids, perfect for beginners
  • Classic, breathtaking red rock and snowy alpine mountain scenery
  • Conveniently located just outside the town of Moab
  • Large sandy beaches, perfect for camping, games, and relaxing
  • Perfect for youth groups or younger children

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Grand Canyon Hiking

5–9 Day Grand Canyon

Starting Price: Inquire
Minimum Age: 16
Meeting Location: Marble Canyon Lodge, Arizona

  • The most famed whitewater in the country, with Class III-V rapids
  • Hiking to side canyon waterfalls, archaeological sites, and incredible viewpoints
  • Longer trip duration allows you to truly get lost in the experience
  • Float through the third deepest canyon in the country and take in the most varied geology on the Colorado Plateau
  • Visit classic landmarks such as Vasey’s Paradise, the Little Colorado River, and Redwall Cavern

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Whitewater Rafting on the Colorado River

The Colorado River is born from a large meadow in the Rocky Mountains. By the time it reaches Utah, over a dozen tributaries have joined its flow, creating the powerful, dynamic river known for its premier whitewater rafting destinations.

From the state line, it flows through Horsethief, Ruby, and Westwater canyons before meandering past Castle Valley and Moab on its way to the heart of Canyonlands National Park. Here lies the confluence with the Green River just above the tumultuous Cataract Canyon. After Cataract, the river fills Lake Powell behind the Glen Canyon Dam, which empties into the Grand Canyon, and ultimately, Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam.

A Colorado River rafting trip is the best way to experience this icon of the southwest.

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Waterfall on Cataract Canyon rafting trip

Why Choose Holiday?

As the only company that abstains from the use of motors on this river and instead choose to row our boats, there is no where else you are guaranteed a pure, natural, noise-less float trip than with Holiday.

With nearly six decades of experience running Colorado River rafting trips, you can trust that you are in good hands with us. We take pride in using care, efficiency, and knowledge to facilitate an unforgettable getaway for all of our guests.

The Colorado River is a symbol of the West, but it’s also much more than that. It’s the lifeblood of the desert, the drinking water for millions of people, and a powerful force capable of providing transformative experiences for individuals. Come experience it with the personal touch Holiday brings to every aspect of our adventures.

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Our office team is ready to take your call and answer any questions you may have! Give us a call today and let’s get you on a Colorado River rafting trip!

Book your trip with Holiday and learn all about the magic in this special river.