Karalee T
Sep 24, 2026
by Karalee T on Holiday River Expeditions
It was a fantastic trip! Our guides, Justin and Brian, were excellent. In addition to keeping everyone safe and comfortable, they shared fascinating information about the stars and the different rock layers. They also took us to places I had never seen before, including Wilhite Slot Canyon. They managed a diverse group of people effortlessly and made the entire experience enjoyable. It was a great trip!
Mel K
Sep 24, 2026
by Mel K on Holiday River Expeditions
This trip surpassed my expectations. Everything went well, the guides were absolutely the best, food was incredibly good, and campsites for great! I highly recommend Holiday for your rafting experience.
Mary M
Sep 24, 2026
by Mary M on Holiday River Expeditions
The entire trip exceeded my expectations. The guides couldn't have been better. The food delicious and fresh, the scenery spectacular, the rented equipment comfortable and easy to set up, and the river experience itself so fun. I had not had a multi day whitewater raftng experience before and I thoroughly loved it. Plus the Wildlife viewing was amazing! I also enjoyed the all women
Group and the support for Great Old Broads for Wilderness. Thank you!
Sandy S
Sep 24, 2026
by Sandy S on Holiday River Expeditions
It was truly the trip of a lifetime. Your guides were knowledgeable, fun and professional. Food was excellent.
Michael B
Sep 24, 2026
by Michael B on Holiday River Expeditions
Everything on Holiday's website; made finding a trip, registering, and planning for trip a great experience. Website has ample planning information, packing checklists, and videos on planning and what to expect. Was much appreciated.
Our Desolation Canyon 6-day raft trip was an outstanding experience. Hikes were fun and educational as we saw petroglyphs, natural bridge, 19th-century homestead, and awesome landscapes. River and surroundings were constantly awe inspiring. Campsites were great places to spend night and food was exceptional. Most of all the guides, Tristan and Annie were wonderfully outstanding. Excellent oarsmen & women, safety oriented at all times, knowledgeable of history and geology and just a pleasure to spend six days with.
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Bryan N.September 18, 2026Verified
What a trip. I was thoroughly impressed with our Desolation Canyon trip with Holiday River Expeditions. Going into it, I had very few expectations--I had never done anything like this before--and, if anything, I probably had more concerns than expectations. By the end of six days on the river, most of those concerns had become some of my favorite parts of the experience. First and foremost, our guides, Tristan and Annie, and the group we traveled with made the trip. Tristen and Annie were incredibly well prepared, knowledgeable, friendly, and just genuinely enjoyable people to spend six days with. Early on, they asked us to embrace and respect the river, and in return they showed us just how much the canyon had to offer. There was a great balance of adventure, history, knowledge, humor, and simply slowing down enough to appreciate where we were. I was concerned about being completely disconnected--there was no cell signal for the entire trip--but I quickly came to embrace it. Cutting the cord completely changed the rhythm of my day. No emails, no calls, no notifications. Just the river, the canyon and the people around you. I was concerned about sleeping on the ground. It never exactly became comfortable, but I got used to it enough that I spent several nights sleeping outside under the stars instead of in my tent. Speaking of the stars, I honestly didn't know that many existed. Maybe sleeping on the ground wasn't the reason I had trouble falling asleep--I may have spent too much time staring at the sky. I was concerned about the "Bano." Turns out I've never gone to the bathroom in more beautiful or serene surroundings. And, after all, everybody does it. I was concerned about the food. I shouldn't have been. It was fantastic, and I was continually impressed by what the guides were able to prepare for us in the middle of nowhere. I also spent several days paddling a ducky, which added another level of adventure and was an absolute blast. By the end, six days somehow didn't feel very long. You settle into the rhythm of the river, stop worrying about what time it is, get comfortable being a little dirty, and start appreciating how simple your world has become. What a trip. I would absolutely do it again. And as I've discovered since getting home, nobody warns you how hard it is to spend six days on the river and then go back to sitting behind a desk.
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Mark SonnenklarSeptember 17, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The guides are excellent, the scenery is outstanding, and Holiday River Expeditions didn't miss a beat. I highly recommend a trip with HRE.Posted on Google
Andy ZeeckSeptember 15, 2026We had a great trip with Michele and crew. They took great care us on the river and in camp. Great meals and hospitality. gate of Lodore was beautifulPosted on Google
J FreedSeptember 11, 2026Truly an amazing experience with Holiday! We had a group of 10 guys raft Lodore Canyon and everyone said it was one of the best trips of their lives. Our guides were phenomenal - Michelle, Cedra, Josh and LB. Justin in the office crushed it with our planning and logistics - even handled the special dietary needs of a few folks. From start to finish, everything was very well organized, orchestrated, professional, safe and FUN! THANK YOU ALL!!!!Posted on Google
Dyan AronowskyAugust 28, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
A huge shout-out to our incredible hosts, Abbey, Hannah, Jimmy, Tilly, Hallie & the rest of the Holiday Excursion team! No matter the time of day, the weather, or the requests from participants, the energy of our hosts was consistently positive, enthusiastic, and constructive. Their ability to keep the experience fun, organized, and enjoyable for everyone was truly impressive. We especially appreciated the incredible attention to detail when it came to cooking and preparing meals for those with food allergies. The gluten-free fried tortillas with cinnamon and sugar were absolutely delicious! It was clear that making sure everyone felt included and well cared for was a priority. We also appreciated the wealth of knowledge shared during our side excursions, particularly by Hannah and Hallie who brought each experience to life. The youth who accompanied us especially loved the carefree, fun spirit that Tilly and Jimmy brought to the evening hours. And through it all, our health and safety were always a priority thanks to our fearless leader, Abbey! What began as a spontaneous trip in late July turned into a truly memorable experience. We are so grateful for the energy, care, knowledge, and joy that each member of the team brought to our adventure. Thank you, Holiday Excursion, for creating memories At Gates of Lorne that we will always treasure!Posted on Google
Cory CapocciaAugust 28, 2026Just got back from a group Westwater trip with Holiday River Expeditions, and it was fantastic from start to finish. The canyon itself is stunning and the rapids are a blast. We had low low water levels which made things more interesting! Our guides, Braden and Tristen, made the whole trip. They were skilled on the water, clearly knew every rapid inside and out, and kept things fun and relaxed without ever feeling careless about safety. Between the great stories, the easy humor, and the obvious care they put into making sure everyone had a good time, they turned a great river into an unforgettable trip. Highly recommend Holiday River Expeditions for anyone looking to run Westwater. Ask for Braden and Tristen if you can!Posted on Google
Lauren HagerAugust 9, 2026This company is absolutely amazing!! They cater so well to your individual needs and have a wonderfully kind group culture. I have a dairy allergy and they accommodated it in a way I have never experienced. I got stellar meals for every meal. All the guides were patient, knowledgeable and inclusive! Holiday is amazing!!!Posted on Yelp
Lauren H.August 9, 2026This company is absolutely amazing!! They cater so well to your individual needs and have a wonderfully kind group culture. I have a dairy allergy and they accommodated it in a way I have never experienced. I got stellar meals for every meal. All the guides were patient, knowledgeable and inclusive! Holiday is amazing!!!Posted on Google
Jon HaleAugust 8, 2026Just got back from a wonderful, life-changing trip down the Green River through the Gates of Lodore. The guides (Michelle, Katy, Annie, Ada, Jim) totally know what they’re doing, but more than that, they care. Wow! Do the trip.Posted on Google
Tom CraverAugust 7, 2026Our trip through the Gates of Lodore was spectacular! The guides kept us safe, fed and much more. The equpment was excellent, the views and adventure bucket list level. Holiday raises the bar, thank you !!!Posted on Google
Gregg YeomansJuly 27, 2026We had a fantastic 3 day Westwater trip. Our tremendously hardworking guides, Sam, Joe, and Abbey, did everything possible to make this a comfortable, relaxing, and well fed experience. Water was at about 1700 cfs which was adequate for fun rides thru the rapids. Air temperature was HOT but water was refreshing and we floated whenever we could. Kayak and SUP were fun to paddle too. Holiday had every detail planned out and designed to create an enjoyable trip. Saw dozens of types of wildlife with the otters being a special treat. I heartily recommend Holiday for any expedition being planned and hope to run rivers with them again in future trips. View Holiday on Youtube, because photos can't do justice to the experience. GO NOW, river flows may be lower in future years.Posted on Google
Alison ParsonsJuly 20, 2026Top notch!! We did Westwater with Holladay two years ago and just got back from the Gates of Ladore trip. Again we were so impressed. The surroundings and scenery speak for themselves (georgeous) but the knowledge, passion, and personality of each of the guides was so value added. Brian, Annie, Drake and Jimmy were amazing in every way. They made delicious food from scratch, offered us amazing additional experiences like hikes, waterfall bathing, boulder jumping and they even joined in our games at night with smiles and enthusiasm. We are already talking about next year with Holladay!
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David H.July 18, 2026We had a wonderful experience with the Holiday team during our trip through The Gates of Lodore. Our guide team was led by Drake and included Brian, Annie and Jimmy. Each of them were incredibly kind, informative, and very fun to be around. Their coordination of the trip was beyond exceptional. Their knowledge and passion for the area was inspiring. We all learned so much about the history of the canyons. Thank you to our guide team for an unbelievable trip.Posted on Google
JRJuly 16, 2026It's been weeks since the river trip I got to experience and all I can think about is figuring out the next one I want to do. The team of guides we got were top notch. Lucy, Brian, Hannah, Corn, Annie, and Ren were everything you could ever want. Our group felt super taken care of and really allowed for us to shape the kind of trip we wanted. We are a bunch of nerds who like to have a good time, so we did a lot of learning, exploring, and connecting with nature. For my first time experiencing rapids, I felt safe and supported. Don't hesitate in choosing to go with Holiday. What an incredible group of humans!Posted on Google
Kasey Farrell ScullyJuly 14, 2026Our family of 5 had the most incredible trip!! (3 kids age 12, 10, and 8). Truly an adventure that we will never forget and one we hope to recreate again next summer. Our personal raft guide, Matt W. went above and beyond sharing his geological expertise and constantly amazing us with historical insights about the land and water. His waterfall hike was one of the highlights of our trip! Our lead guide, Eli, was phenomenal as well and his knowledge of the night sky was another incredible highlight. The entire guide team (Sam, Hannah, Tilley, Corn, Matt and Eli) had the best energy and enthusiasm. You can tell they love what they do and enjoy sharing the Green River experience with every guest. I cannot recommend the Holiday River Expeditions experience more. Truly the BEST company on the Green River!!
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Kasey FJuly 14, 2026Verified
The BEST family rapid rafting experience Our family of 5 had the most incredible trip!! (3 kids age 12, 10, and 8). Truly an adventure that we will never forget and one we hope to recreate again next summer. Our personal raft guide, Matt W. went above and beyond sharing his geological expertise and constantly amazing us with historical insights about the land and water. His waterfall hike was one of the highlights of our trip! Our lead guide, Eli, was phenomenal as well and his knowledge of the night sky was another incredible highlight. The entire guide team (Sam, Hannah, Tilley, Corn, Matt and Eli) had the best energy and enthusiasm. You can tell they love what they do and enjoy sharing the Green River experience with every guest. I cannot recommend the Holiday River Expeditions experience more. Truly the BEST company on the Green River!!Posted on Google
Hal BrownJuly 8, 2026Deb and I had the most wonderful time with Holiday. Gates of Lodore is a spectacularly beautiful place. Our guides were great-knowledgeable, courteous, skilled and good cooks. From morning coffee to evening happy hour our days were filled with fun with our group and great lunches prepared by Drake, Sid, and Maggie. Can't wait until we go with them again.Posted on Google
Matt WadeJuly 7, 2026Rafting the Gates of Lodore with Holiday was just the most amazing experience. We went with a group of friends and the trip took us through some of the most beautiful country I’ve ever seen. We floated down the Green River through both flat water and rapids, and we camped every night on beautiful beaches under stark canyon walls and a sky full of stars. We did little hikes from the camps and got to climb up some of the canyons and see waterfalls and beautiful views of the river from above. Wildlife abounded around us, and we spotted lots of birds, including bald eagles and peregrine falcons, as well as longhorn sheep, deer, and even a beaver. The nature was great but the guides were really made the trip incredible. They got up every day and made us buckets of camp coffee and cooked us a full meal. They made us lunch and dinner, and every meal was abundant and delicious - omelettes and bacon for breakfast, fresh Caesar wraps for lunch, fajitas for dinner… every meal was freshly cooked by champion camp chefs. Somehow they cleaned up all our dishes and got us and everything packed securely into the boats for the daily trip down the river. Everything was really organized, which of course was necessary to float food, water, and gear down a river for four days. While we floated, the guides were a wealth of knowledge about everything from the history of Euro-American explorer John Wesley Powell, to wildlife, to the wild geological formations we were passing, the water level and river water policy and extraction rights, and I was really surprised at how we made friends with all the guides so quickly. They really took care of our every need and made us feel safe on the river and helped us have an exciting adventure. Other highlights were bouncing through rapids in the inflatable kayaks (“duckies”), hikes to waterfalls, and the centuries-old pictographs from native Ute people in the walls. Every day brought new bends in the river and new surprises. This was the most exciting thing I’ll do this year, and our crew is already talking about which river we want to do next year!
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Matt WJuly 7, 2026Fantastic voyage Rafting the Gates of Lodore with Holiday was just the most amazing experience. We went with a group of friends and the trip took us through some of the most beautiful country I’ve ever seen. We floated down the Green River through both flat water and rapids, and we camped every night on beautiful beaches under stark canyon walls and a sky full of stars. We did little hikes from the camps and got to climb up some of the canyons and see waterfalls and beautiful views of the river from above. Wildlife abounded around us, and we spotted lots of birds, including bald eagles and peregrine falcons, as well as longhorn sheep, deer, and even a beaver. The nature was great but the guides were really made the trip incredible. They got up every day and made us buckets of camp coffee and cooked us a full meal. They made us lunch and dinner, and every meal was abundant and delicious - omelettes and bacon for breakfast, fresh Caesar wraps for lunch, fajitas for dinner… every meal was freshly cooked by champion camp chefs. Somehow they cleaned up all our dishes and got us and everything packed securely into the boats for the daily trip down the river. Everything was really organized, which of course was necessary to float food, water, and gear down a river for four days. While we floated, the guides were a wealth of knowledge about everything from the history of Euro-American explorer John Wesley Powell, to wildlife, to the wild geological formations we were passing, the water level and river water policy and extraction rights, and I was really surprised at how we made friends with all the guides so quickly. They really took care of our every need and made us feel safe on the river and helped us have an exciting adventure. Other highlights were bouncing through rapids in the inflatable kayaks (“duckies”), hikes to waterfalls, and the centuries-old pictographs from native Ute people in the walls. Every day brought new bends in the river and new surprises. This was the most exciting thing I’ll do this year, and our crew is already talking about which river we want to do next year!Posted on Google
Jason MemmottJuly 6, 2026Holiday River Expeditions absolutely nailed our two‑day river trip. The whole experience felt smooth, safe, and just plain fun. The crew kept things light with plenty of good humor, but you could always tell they knew exactly what they were doing, which made it easy to relax and enjoy the river. Huge shoutout to Tristan, Justen, Chet, and Joey. They were awesome—super friendly, great at explaining things, and just the kind of people you’re happy to spend a couple days on the water with. They made the trip feel personal, not cookie‑cutter. And the food? Way better than you’d expect on a river trip. Good meals, good laughs, good vibes all around. If you’re looking for a trip that’s fun, safe, and run by people who genuinely care, Holiday River Expeditions is the way to go.Posted on TripadvisorSeamus OJuly 3, 2026Rafting was great! Our guides were wonderful and or experience was perfect. Even with the river being low, there were some exciting rapids. We saw plenty of wildlife and got a decent workout, too!Posted on Google
Sami AndersJuly 1, 2026My mom and I had an unforgettable trip with Holiday through Ruby Horsethief Canyon and Westwater Canyon. The landscape is spectacular and both campsites (Black Rocks 9 and Lower Little Dolores) were gorgeous. All of our guides were knowledgeable about the history and geology of the area, as well as amazingly energetic and cheerful, even with a diverse group of guests spanning about a 70-year age range. Growler, Jimmy, and Nick were all wonderful people and killer chefs, and I especially want to call out Joe for his kindness and attention to us all, whenever we needed help. Thanks for getting us over Skull Rock, Joe!! 😁💀 Also want to shout out trip leader, Tristan, for all his care and organization that really made the trip so easy to enjoy. I have food allergies, and Tristan called me the day before the trip to go over all of my needs. He made sure my meals were all safe for me and that there was no cross contamination with snacks. I was able to totally relax and not worry at all about my allergies, which means so much on a remote trip when I'm not packing my own meals. Also, he gave us an opportunity to stop along the way and swim some rapids, which was definitely a highlight for me. Thank you, Tristan!Posted on Tripadvisor
Gary BJune 30, 2026Holiday River Expeditions Scores High on Raft Trip I had a wonderful three day raft trip on the Colorado River through Westwater Canyon with Holiday River Expeditions. I have been on eight over night rafting trips ranging from 10 to 2 days with different outfitters. I was impressed with the pre-raft information. The trip gear & clothing information was very thorough, including what not to bring. The sample itenerary gave me a great picture of what the three days were going to be. The Guides were very personable, professional, knowlegable and safety minded. The Colorado was low which makes some rapids more difficult to traverse than with higher flows. The guides scouted the most challenging rapid and all five of the Holiday rafts succesfully navigated the narrow rapid with a large boulder in the middle. The food was excellent and on the last dinner my steak was done to perfection. Two of the guests were Celiac and Gluetin intollerant. The menu had appropriate food items and the guide pointed out that an orange cutting board was only for the Gluetin guests and gluetin free food was clearly labled. This is my second trip with Holiday and they will be on the top of my list if they are an outfitter running a river that I choose to run. There is a strong possibility that I will run two rivers that they service in the upcoming years. The pre-trip information listed lodging that was available in Green River. I chose the River Rock B&B. Great Choice, clean comfortable accomodations with made to order "hot" breakfast items. The B&B was better than the other three hotels I stayed at while traveling to and from Green River.Posted on Yelp
Derek M.June 26, 2026It was awesome, I went on the river with my troop and had the time of my life. We had really nice guides and really got to know them. They can also cook great meals! I would recommend Holiday River Expeditions in a heart beat.Posted on Google
ISABEL COLONNAJune 25, 2026The four day “Gates of Lodore” River Trip was exactly as promised! The river, scenery, canyons, night skies and wildlife were so much to behold - we were awestruck every day, all day. Our three guides: Drake, Syd and Maggie were rafting experts and led our boats confidently through the canyons. They provided excellent information regarding the history of the river, geology and stories of the peoples and explorers who traveled the rivers before us. Additionally, they were friendly, helpful, and accommodating. To top it all off, these Holiday guides really know how to cook! Our meals were excellent! Many thanks to the entire team - office staff worked hard to make sure that we brought everything we needed for a successful trip. Holiday River Expeditions is THE choice if you want a top notch rafting trip.Posted on Google
Patty StrettonJune 13, 2026Disclaimer- I am not a customer. I was with a private trip that leapfrogged with Holiday's Gates of Lodore musical trip with the Del Sol string quartet this past week. Their guides, especially Josh, were incredibly friendly and professional. The other outfitters we ran into left a less than positive impression. If I were to ever want to do a commercial trip, Holiday would be at the top of my list. Top notch!Posted on Google
Heather KwitschauJune 7, 2026Our 5 day reading trip down the Yampa River would not have been complete without the crew from Holiday River Expeditions. Our guides led our group from Sierra Club with exceptional expertise and joy. Each spot along the route included amazing sights and hands on exploration. Lucy, Brian, Sam, Sherpa and Kai ran camp setup and meals like a well oiled machine. I never would have expected to eat so well on such a trip. We ate better out in the wilderness without running water than some expensive restaurants! Great reminders we're given throughout the trip to keep everyone well hydrated and safe. Great attention to safety while also enjoying hikes, water fun and such rich history of the area.
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Owen KwitschauJune 7, 20265 day trip down the Yampa river was INCREDIBLE! All thanks to the guides incredibly knowledgeable of everything on the trip, hilarious and great people to be around. Shout out Brian, Sam, Lucy, Kai, and Sherpa!!!Posted on Google
Chris HawkeJune 4, 2026we did the gates of Lodore 4 day rafting trip. Well organized, friendly guides and excellent food. paddling the inflatable kayaks thru rapids was a highlight for me.
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Dennis BlevinsMay 31, 2026First rafting trip for my wife Patti and I, it was everything I expected and more. The scenery was beautiful, the people we met were awesome, the food was insane and our guides. Liz, Justin, Jack and Brin were the best! They were super efficient, patient, very knowledgeable we felt super safe. In Hawaii we would say they have lots of aloha (love) for us and their job. We would love to do it again, but only with Holiday! "Aloha aina" (love the land) Mahalo Holiday and all your staff for creating a awesome lasting memory for us! 🤙🏽Posted on Google
Patti SouzaMay 31, 2026We just completed our 5-day river trip. It was fantastic. Food was great, stunning scenery, fun atmosphere- but the best part was the guides. Liz was our trip leader and she was awesome. All the guides were friendly, incredibly knowledgeable and accommodating, and so fun. We can’t wait to come back. Thanks for a wonderful trip!Posted on Google
Andy BurkeMay 30, 2026Just spent 5 days with Holiday on the Colorado going through Cataract Canyon. The crew, food, camping equipment, rafts, SUPs, duckies and dory were all excellent. We had Liz, Justin, Jack and Bren all working very hard on and off the river to ensure our safety and enjoyment. Fortunately, we also had very nice fellow clients which added to the great trip vibe. I highly recommend Holiday River Expeditions and hope you have as good experience as we did.Posted on Tripadvisor
Elaine YApril 27, 2026Epoch Tour with Superior Guides My husband booked the White Rim Trail 3-Day bike tour in Canyonlands. The experience was challenging (moderately trained) but FUN! Outstanding guides , Sam and Justin, were sensitive to my 60+ age and the only female on this trip. I would wholeheartedly choose this in a 4-Day version with Sam and Justin again!Posted on Tripadvisor
Carol KSeptember 28, 2025Can't say enough good things! This will have been our 3rd rafting trip with Holiday, this last one was Labyrinth Canyon, 5 day-4 night. The pre-trip communication with staff was outstanding. We had a hick-up while driving across Nevada and the gals in the SLC office are worth their weight in gold in helping us with different options.As for the trip itself, food and gear is always an A+. Scenery was outstanding, the early morning hike up to Bowknot Bend Saddle was the "icing on the cake", followed with breakfast when we got back to camp.Even dealing with "mud" at first camp due to the previous weeks rain helped to make this trip wonderfully memorable. A truly added plus, was the care -helping hand-consideration-etc they had for my other half with PD.Posted on Tripadvisor
doglovehikeJuly 26, 2025Amazing trip!!! (from a seasoned river tripper) Holiday does those little things that we hope for, but don’t always get!Amazing trip!! I (solo, female guest) just (07/2025) got off of Desolation Canyon (6-day trip) with the super powered female team of Lucy, Growler, and Tilly!! I’ve been on a handful of various river trips with a few different companies and the Holiday guides (along with Holiday as a company) really stands out!Prior to booking- Karen was exceptional at answering questions and concerns (even when she was out of the office!) I really wanted to be “active” during the trip so I paid extra to secure a personal duckie/kayak while completing the 80 miles. Karen made a beautiful backdrop in a moment of “ask and you shall receive”! Just like life- if you don’t speak up (food allergies, beach games requests, concerns, etc) no one knows, so how can they assist?!? She went out of her way to meet my request for beach games and s’mores!!!The river trip was led by exceptionally fun, strong (no noisy motors for this company!), lighthearted ladies: Lucy, Growler, and Tilly! Don’t let appearances fool you as these young women rowed 80 miles in low cfs without motors, perfectly cooked, typically deep-fried spring rolls on a grill, and taught amateur passengers how to win ammo can wars! Although my group was small ~7 compared to my past trips with~20 passengers, these guides brought another element to each riverside campsite- imagine capturing the whip-cream!Holiday did an outstanding job of providing exceptional food: steak, salmon, and chicken breast! They had substantial amounts of food available; so much so that sadly some had to go to waste. Unlike other companies- during lunch they offered umbrellas for shade and paco pads for sitting comfort! (If you are a newbie- this is a perk!!) Each meal included fresh fruit and vegetables as a staple, along with a hardy dose of protein! The hikes were exceptional! But, you always had the option to opt out and relax alongside the river, which was a perk for tired passengers or those wanting the chilled-out moment! Holiday guides went above and beyond in offering/assisting with passenger’s concerns- this is of such importance being many miles from care. They assisted with an allergic reaction from sunscreen in someone’s eyes to another passenger not drinking enough water and almost getting heat exhaustion. The guides were attentive and excellent in the care, concern, and safety that they showed all guests!! The provided/rented equipment from Holiday was touch notch! From the camp chairs being comfortable to the dishware being new- each detail really added to my desire to book with Holiday in the future! This is my second trip with Holiday and you have not disappointed! I love your tight-knit family of guides! Thank you for the memories and I look forward to booking the 2026 season with you guys!!Posted on Tripadvisor
Hannah MJuly 13, 2025Take me back already! I always have so much fun on Holiday river trips. We just got off of a 3-day Gates of Lodore trip and had a blast! It's wonderful connecting with Mother Nature, while disconnecting from the world. Thank you Em, Evé, Zoey, Syd, and Michelle!Posted on Tripadvisor
TJ AMay 29, 2025Holiday River Guides Rock! I just got off the Gates of Lodore trip, and it was spectacular in every way imaginable! A huge shoutout to the amazing crew: Spencer, Michelle, Colin, Justin, and Brian! Special thanks to Michelle for the enchanting flute serenades each morning and during our stops and hikes – what a magical touch!If you're lucky enough to get the chance to do this trip, grab it! It's worth every moment. The guides are exceptional, showcasing excellent boat skills while navigating the rapids with safe and responsible lines. And let's talk about the food – wow! They catered to our group's various dietary restrictions and still managed to whip up impressive meals every time.This trip was an unforgettable adventure, and I can't recommend it highly enough. Five stars all the way!Posted on Yelp
TJ A.May 29, 2025I just got off the Gates of Lodore trip, and it was spectacular in every way imaginable! A huge shoutout to the amazing crew: Spencer, Michelle, Colin, Justin, and Brian! Special thanks to Michelle for the enchanting flute serenades each morning and during our stops and hikes - what a magical touch! If you're lucky enough to get the chance to do this trip, grab it! It's worth every moment. The guides are exceptional, showcasing excellent boat skills while navigating the rapids with safe and responsible lines. And let's talk about the food - wow! They catered to our group's various dietary restrictions and still managed to whip up impressive meals every time. This trip was an unforgettable adventure, and I can't recommend it highly enough. Five stars all the way!Posted on Tripadvisor
Dorothy YSeptember 16, 2024A great river trip with great guides Our crew was professional ,super friendly, knowledgeable about the natural history of Lodore Canyon and really fun!This was an epic trip and Holiday Expeditions made us feel like family as they showed us the beauty of the river and canyons. We saw beaver, otters, bald eagles, and big horn sheep, oh my!!!I will definitely book another river trip with this amazing family owned company.Posted on TripadvisorKaty TJuly 23, 2024Fantastic family rafting and camping trip in Utah. Brilliant, friendly team at Holiday River provided for all our needs. Our family just had a two day rafting adventure in Westwater with Holiday River, it was unforgettably fabulous and I can’t recommend enough. Our raft was just for the 4 of us and our very friendly oarsman Alex. We travelled in a group with two other rafts and really enjoyed meeting other adventurous souls and socialising together. Alex, Jack and Connor created delicious meals, including a three course dinner with salmon and fillet mignon at a wild camp on sand by the river, magical! The company provided everything we needed to camp and we found individual cliff top pitches with privacy and a view. The rafting was exhilarating but always felt safe owing to both Alex’s skill with the oars and Jack’s preparatory briefing. My only regret is not doing a longer trip!Posted on TripadvisorDavid SJuly 22, 2024Couldn’t be more perfect The Westwater Canyon three day trip was better than my wildest dreams! The staff (Jack, Connor and Alex) were excellent - experts in river rafting, great cooks, wonderful storytellers, and just good people. The scenery was out of this world and going down the river was awe-inspiring. And the rapids were so much fun. The food was delicious. Can’t say enough good things about Holiday River Expeditions. They are the best in the business. We will be back for another family adventure.Posted on Tripadvisor
LaylasummJuly 14, 2024Best trip ever!!!! This trip was probably the best thing I have ever had the privilege to experience! The river was absolutely breathtaking and it really made me appreciate what nature has to offer. Our amazing guides, Ben, Nellie, Gavin and Syd truly made the journey unforgettable! I am 10000% going to be doing another trip with Holiday and I cannot wait!Posted on Yelp
Jason R.July 14, 2024Excellent experience by all members of our large (15) group for a 3 day rafting in Westwater Canyon. We all had a blast, ate fresh cooked 5 star meals/drinks daily. Mixed group of adults + kids 7-17. Staff was attentive to everyone. Highly recommend.Posted on Tripadvisor
KW1July 7, 2024A dreamy adventure float trip Thanks to the Holiday crew this was a dreamy float trip for our entire family. We made an effort to spend each day floating with a different guide which enabled us to get to know each one more personally and hear their perspectives regarding the river, canyons, geology, etc. Each of the guides on our float were truly amazing, Sherpa (thanks for the spiritual flute moments and geological lessons), Zoe (thanks for being so attentive to the kids’ band-aid needs and the thoughtful readings), Abbie (we all loved your kind demeanor), Emily (glitter sparkled our day) any Brian (we enjoyed your endless energy and fun costumes/music). These guides work so hard from sunrise to sunset to allow for an enjoyable experience. The food was absolutely delicious and healthy.Posted on Tripadvisor
Camper63705347279July 5, 2024Magical 50th birthday trip with family and friends We can't thank everyone at Holiday River enough for the unbelievable trip! Beautiful views, sandy beaches, wildlife sitings, safe but fun river runs, educational and inspirational moments.We booked all of the spots on the Yampa 5 day bluegrass band trip for my husband's 50th birthday. Karen in the office helped answer all of our questions. And the crew could not have been more unbelievable!! Em led the charge and kept us on schedule along with fun moments. Brian was the best bartender and entertainer always introducing something new to surprise us. Sherpa taught us about the things we saw and led me on the most amazing silent float. Zoey taught my boys' how to read the river, row and how to read a river map. Abbie made everyone feel special and always had a joyful smile on her face.Can't recommend this trip enough. Every detail is thought through and the little touches make the whole experience very special. Big kudos to this company!Posted on Tripadvisor
Tim RJune 23, 2024Great experience! Incredible experience. I took the trip with two of my sons. The guides were great, the food was great. Very impressive how they planned and executed the trip. Would definitely go again with Holiday River expeditions.Posted on Tripadvisor
GeorgeCJune 18, 2024Rafting Time This is my 4th trip with HRE and nobody else keeps you as safe, fed, and entertained as these professionals do. Jackie, Sherpa San, Ezra, and Brian took good care of us. The Yampa River was flowing at a great level and the scenery was amazing. Having the friends and families along and unwinding with each other is what is really special about river trips.Thanks again Dave and Darlene for bringing us folks together.Posted on Tripadvisor
Gary SJune 9, 2024Spectacular ladore What a great trip. The guides: Jacqueline, London, Tristan and LB, were great, informative and FUN. The scenery was spectacular. Campsites were really nice and the food was good. They accommodated me trying to get a group of friends together and gave us a good group discount. Holiday is the best!Posted on Tripadvisor
Durango DeeJune 2, 2024Gates of Lodore - Great Company - Wonderful Guides This was our third trip with Holiday expeditions. We chose the Gates of Lodore this year. The reservoir did a release the day before, so we were floating at 7200 cfs rather than the usual 800 cfs of water. It was a WILD ride!!! I was glad I had the wet suit as the water was about 42 degrees. The Guides are expert and amazing. They did their best to keep us all safe and comfortable. Our trip leader Jacqueline is knowledgeable, VERY skilled and just delightful. The same for Mary and Drake. Mary was our trip leader last year. We were happy to ride with her again! The Guides are always cheerful, smiling and helpful. Truly special, extraordinary people. Wildlife: We saw big horn sheep, an otter, and other wildlife. The campsites, hikes, scenery, rock formations, all stunning. In addition, Drake made dinosaur pancakes for the children one day of the trip. What an artist! What a man! The experience of a lifetime.Posted on Tripadvisor
Katherine AMay 27, 2024Fantastic Trip! Holiday River Expeditions did an amazing job from start to finish. The guides were extremely knowledgeable, friendly and just wonderful. They helped make the trip all the more enjoyable. Their laughter and positive attitudes made its way into the whole group. The food was great too. Highly recommend for a Utah River trip and will definitely use them again.Posted on Tripadvisor
stuartMay 26, 2024Holiday knows river rafting. Just do it. Holiday’s outstanding, experienced guides made my wife’s and my first 5-day rafting trip a vacation we’ll never forget. We felt we were in good hands from beginning to end, being led by multi-skilled people who knew the river well and how to manage a group perfectly. The hikes were great, too. Thank you Sienna, London, Drake, and Sammy!Posted on TripadvisorWilliam GSeptember 22, 2023Rowing the Canyon The Amazing Cataract Canyon Star gazing trip. This was our second trip with Holiday. Last year we did the Yampa. You can't ask much more on a vacation like this. All you have to do is set up and talk down your tent. The guides feed you, there were seconds and all the coffee you needed. The food for the Vegan was delicious, no complaints. What could be better than sitting on a raft and rowed through the canyon? Well They let me row and that was fun and soothing . Sleeping next to the rive and wakening in a canyon, wow. I think I need to take a geology class. We did the star gazing trip and that was amazing. We don't see many stars here in Chicago and seeing the Milky Way again was a treat. We had 2 duckies and a stand up board on our trip which a good number of our group took advantage of and enjoyed. The guides add so much to the trip, they work together so well and add so much to the trip.Posted on Tripadvisor
Dan JSeptember 7, 2023Desolation Canyon was AWESOME! Everything about the trip was perfect! Guides extraordinary, food excellent and traveling companions a lot of fun.Posted on Tripadvisor
shellyintnSeptember 5, 2023Gates of Lodore - The best experience! I had seen pics of the Gates of Lodore and through Holiday River, we had THE BEST TIME experiencing this canyon. Char, the customer service rep was awesome answering all our questions so we picked Holiday over others because of her. The food, scenery, camping, refeshing river was great! The guides Jacqueline, Michelle, Abbey and Benny were so fun and provided the best customer experience - not to mention their excellent river skills! We felt safe the entire time. We will book again through Holiday because of their team and experience. Thank you so much guys! It was a first experience for the 5 of us - but not our last.Posted on Yelp
Catherine H.July 5, 2023The Westwater Canyon 3 day river rafting trip was an excellent introduction to whitewater rafting for my 3 boys. We immensely enjoyed the inflatable kayaks, water guns and learning to man a raft. Julian and Benny were excellent guides, fun, funny, amiable, and excellent chefs. The food was wonderful healthy and fresh. As a mom I loved not having to do the cooking! They had something for everyone and it tasted SO good! The hike to the waterfall was amazing; everyone went and had a great time! We enjoyed the other family on our trip so much. The evenings were filled with laughter as the sun set. We will be back!Posted on YelpTim B.August 29, 2022The staff was amazing (Thanks Em, Liz, Evan and Michelle)! They thought ahead, anticipated needs, exceed expectations and were absolutely great to be around! They were kind, funny, informative, down to earth and just overall incredible staff! The food was also delicious and plentiful! No one went hungry and I am already looking forward to booking my next trip with them!Posted on YelpAshleh B.June 12, 2022Exceptional service, guides, scenery and food! They created an unforgettable experience and adventure with family and friends. Love this company and highly recommend Ladore Canyon!
Posted on YelpTaylor E.June 5, 2022The river, dark skies, and red canyons are the same for everyone, but what makes Holiday special are the guides - Rocky, Jack, Colin, Braedon, Eli - all superhuman with strength, charm, caring, and deep stewardship of the rivers. I appreciated their knowledge, experience, and devotion to making it good for all guests - especially with rowing to avoid the noise and smell of motors. Holiday guests get the very best. Don't go anywhere else.Posted on YelpSteve M.October 12, 2021Great company with awesome guides. Highly recommend. Food is great. Prompt and courteous transportation people. Top notch outfitter.Posted on Yelp
Tina S.August 25, 2021Best trip ever. Amazing guides and scenery. Food was great! We will join this group again!Posted on YelpBonnie O.August 20, 2021The guides far exceeded my expectations! They went out of their way to not only make sure everyone felt safe, comfortable, and cared for but also that everyone had opportunities to try different experiences. My buddies got chances to row the boats, they floated down rapids, they kayaked. It was awesome! All of the guides were SUPER professional and kind and good spirited. They seemed to genuinely enjoy showing us the river. And the food was SO GOOD! The guides were like a well oiled machine when it came to cranking out delicious sandwiches and omelets and so much more. Plus beforehand when I expressed feeling nervous that as a fat person, I wouldn't be safe or comfortable, the staff at Holiday made me feel super reassured. They bought new gear for the trip that would fit my body, provided inclusive sizing in their clothing options, and never made me feel uncomfortable in any part of the process. This is my second Holiday trip and both have been *chef's kiss* amazing. Strong recommend!Posted on Yelp
Zoe E.August 20, 2021It was my first rafting trip and I am grateful to my friend who recommended Holiday. Trip was very well organized, food and the morning coffee were delicious, and the guides were delightful, knowledgeable, and love the river. There is not a clearer view of the night sky anywhere on the planet and we were there during the Perseid meteor shower--spellbinding. I was on an LGBTQ+ specialty trip, an amazing opportunity which I thoroughly enjoyed. Now I'd like to do some of the other specialty trips, so many sound fun (yoga, meditation, mountain biking!). We were a talkative bunch, but there were also times of silent floating to let the peace and beauty of the river and the canyon soak in or you could paddle by yourself in the kayak part of the day. Speaking of peace, I very much appreciated that Holiday does not use motors!
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Lewis B.July 29, 2021This was our 4th expedition with Holiday. This time we went down Desolation Canyon. Even though the river was only running at 1100-1300 cfs, the guides were able to navigate the rapids without any major hiccups. On this particular expedition, we were flown to the airstrip that was on a mesa about 2 miles from the put out. After walking down the mountain, we made it to the put out, and boarded our rafts. We were able to see petroglyphs along most of the trip. This was a 5 day trip and as expected, the food was excellent. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner were always filling. The other guests made the trip even more enjoyable. Kudos to Brian, Spencer, Cloud, Kick, and Ellie. You made the trip very enjoyable. We had mad many new friends that of whom we plan on keeping contact.Posted on Yelp
mariana s.July 23, 2021Many thanks to the extremely experienced, well-informed and good natured staff. They work tirelessly at their job to maintain the integrity of the sensitive river environment so that us visitors can have the comfort to re-energize in some of the most breathtakingly beautiful places in Utah. Much love and gratitude to Holiday River Expeditions!Posted on Yelp
Neil G.July 20, 2021One amazing trip! Great guides that made the whole experience awesome. Our guides taught us about the rock formations, the geology of the area, the ptetoglyphs, hikes to waterfalls, and more. Great food along the way and if you have any food issues they accommodate that as well. Fun rapids that were great for families and more. One of the best trips our kids and us ever had.Posted on Yelp
Tanya C.July 14, 2021Thank you for an AMAZING rafting trip! My two kids (ages 11 and 14) and I had the best time on the Westwater trip. This was our first rafting trip. The guides made us feel completely comfortable and safe, and we had so much fun!! The inflatable kayaks and SUP were a nice additional way to experience the river. All the meals were delicious. I can't recommend Holiday River highly enough. We'll definitely be back!!
Posted on YelpMary B.November 2, 2020In 1978 we took this trip with 10 rugby friends and wives. Since then we have traveled the world, 5 star resorts, hotels and houses. But this river trip was by far the best vacation and experience of our lives. Relaxing, exciting, lazy and adrenaline filled. It offered everything. One of the biggest surprises was the food. It was gourmet, don't know how they did it.Posted on YelpMelissa S.September 21, 2020We did a six day Cataract Canyon trip with Yoga, stand up paddle boarding (SUPing), and stargazing. Add this to the excitement of the rapids = an amazing trip! I had never been rafting or SUPing - but I will be doing this again! Holiday is THE best - this was a first class trip. The guides are incredibly kind, attentive and knowledgable of the entire area, ensuring everyone has a wonderful time. Thank you Susan, Tyler, Sam, Josh and Rolf)! I know it's crazy - but the FOOD is out of this world. I was expecting typical camping food -- not gourmet meals 3x a day! The crew did a great job of accommodating some people in our group that had dietary restrictions. This is such a beautiful part of the world. We started planning our next trip before we even left the river! If you are considering a trip -- go with Holiday -- you will not be sorry!Posted on Yelp
Helena V.July 22, 2020The guides were 100% the best part of this trip. All of them were so knowledgable, friendly, helpful, and overall incredible. The way they spoke about environmental stewardship of the land, about the indigenous tribes, watershed systems, geology, etc. was astounding. They made our trip the best rafting experience of all time, and I would love to come back again. The food was gourmet, the transportation was adequate, and the activities were great. Having the ducky to ride was wonderful, getting to row the boat, and the hike waterfall was fun as well. The library of books to read through and the games were for night time were great to have. 12/10 recommend. Oh also, Lodore Canyon was beautiful and the stargazing trip is totally worth it.Posted on YelpMia Y.September 17, 2019Just got back from a 3 day "Westwater Canyon" trip, a 56 birthday trip put together by a friend and my first ever rafting trip. Well, I am hooked. Cannot wait to go back and do another. I know there are a lot of river outfitters out there, but after this trip with Holiday River Expeditions, I won't bother looking for any other outfitter when my next chance comes up to do a river rafting vacation. Holiday River expeditions met all my standards. In the Salt Lake City office, at the Green River headquarters and on the river itself, Holiday River Expeditions was friendly, professional, communicative, organized, efficient, knowledgeable and willing to go the distance to make the trip as wonderful as possible. I am a grey haired lady slightly over the hump and I really appreciate how the guides, Rolf, Justin, Eveh and Bryn (forgive misspelled names) made a point of remembering my name and checking in with me to make sure I was getting my most out of the trip. Each guide varied in their years of experience and knowledge of the terrain but each guide was charming and personable making it very hard to decide whose raft to ride each day. Talk about going the distance, there were a couple of hike opportunities and Rolf was incredibly patient keeping me company, well behind the "man pack" and his willing charm made two lovely hikes even better. At booking, we opted to use their rental gear but due to superb weather never used the tent so while the sleeping bag and pad was perfect for me, cannot comment on the tent. The meals were savory, the snacks perfect and a special mention to Dunham Melons, grower of the best Green River melons and supplier of the divine melons we gorged on throughout the rafting trip. I can go on and on about the river and the scenery, but way more talented authors, poets, naturalists and geologists have already spent lifetimes singing the praises of that monumental part of the world. Book a trip with Holiday River Expeditions and experience the grandeur for yourself. You wont regret it.Posted on Yelp
Hannah M.August 18, 2019I wish these trips lasted for eternity. It is so much fun to go on the river with this company. We recently did Cataract Canyon with Ben, Josh, Jack, Kris, and Eve, and they made the experience unforgettable. The food is delicious, the memories are solid, and the history lessons were fascinating. Can't wait to go again!Posted on Yelp
Matt M.August 5, 2019Our family just returned from the 4-day Gates of Lodore rafting trip. Fabulous all around! This organization has top-notch staff in the office and warehouse, to the van drivers, to the guides (Larkin, Rocky, Emma, Travis, Sherpa). Our experience was amazing - an incredible river and geology, sandy beach campsites, delicious and plentiful freshly prepared food, interesting and skilled guides navigating the river and its rapids, two side hikes to unique locations... We spent time in the oar rafts and in the inflatable kayak "duckies" on the river, and spent time at camp swimming, talking, eating. playing bocce and volleyball, and stargazing under a new moon with another guide (Tom) who brought a telescope and told us stories of the constellations as he showed us how to find them and brought up other unique views on the telescope. Of course, this is an off-the-grid experience so there were no distractions from cell phones (no signal), we slept in tents, and we all had to use a box toilet to be packed out by the guides each morning as we got back in the rafts. Maybe that's not something everybody's comfortable with, but it's an amazing trip in an awe-inspiring location.Load moreVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
