Youth Group Rafting Trips in UT & CO

At Holiday River Expeditions, we understand the value of youth group rafting trips. We believe that getting kids outdoors is critical for their development—and it’s fun, too! Youth adventure expeditions, scouting trips, and church group trips are an important part of our operation.

Kids will experience the excitement of riding through rapids or even paddling their own way in an inflatable kayak. Hikes within the river canyons lead to fascinating archaeological sites and historic buildings. Holiday’s guides are expert interpreters, and love sharing the stories of these places and the people who once lived in them. Most importantly, they haven’t forgotten how to play!

The river is also a quiet, patient, and persistent teacher; the camaraderie that builds around the campfire can create friendships that last a lifetime. Choose from one of our youth group rafting trips in Utah or Colorado. Camp out for two or three days (or more!) or plan a fun one-day outing. Join us for an experience that will help build the confidence, creativity, and perspective that children need to tackle the world when they return home.

Give us a call (801-266-2087) today to book your next youth rafting trip!

Youth Rafting playing horseshoes at camp
Kids Kayaking on the Green River Rafting Daily Trip

Green River Daily

Starting Price: $138
Minimum Age: 5
Meeting Location: Green River, UT

  • Enjoy eight scenic miles with fun Class I and II rapids
  • Our one-day Green River trip runs through Gray Canyon, from Nefertiti to Swasey’s beach 
  • Bite-sized wilderness experience on a pristine section of the Green, with petroglyphs and wildlife sightings such as bighorn sheep, birds of prey, and migratory birds
  • This trip is perfect for floating, kayaking, paddling, and water play
  • Children of (almost) all ages welcome!

Colorado River Rafting Daily Youth Trip

Colorado River Daily

Starting Price: $138
Minimum Age: 5
Meeting Location: Green River, UT

  • The Colorado River Daily is a 14-mile Class I whitewater sampler trip through some of the best scenery on the Colorado River
  • Just outside of Moab, Utah, this trip is a convenient option for groups that want to get their feet wet river rafting
  • Spend a day playing on the river, including a lunch stop within sight of the 12,000-foot La Sal Mountains and the Fisher Towers formation
  • Learn the basics of river safety, play in the inflatable kayaks, and swim the Colorado

Colorado River Fisher Towers Duckies ready to launch

2 Day Fisher Towers

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

  • Fun Class I to II rapids make it the perfect section of river for youth groups to play in paddle boats and inflatable kayaks
  • Experience towering, red sandstone monoliths set against the dark, green La Sal Mountains that has been the backdrop for many Hollywood movie productions!
  • Hike up Onion Creek, play beach games at the expansive, sandy campsites, and enjoy gourmet meals riverside
  • Conveniently located just minutes outside of Moab, Utah!

San Juan River Rafting Trips in Utah Kids skipping rocks

3–5 Day San Juan River

Starting Price: $1,030
Minimum Age: 5
Meeting Location: Green River, UT

  • The San Juan River offers panoramic vistas and fast-moving Class I-II whitewater rapids, with one Class III on the lower section 
  • This is a great 3, 4 or 5 day rafting trip for your youth group, with numerous warm water rapids and polished limestone swimming pools
  • Features unique indigenous Pueblo dwellings where we will view structures and petroglyphs left by previous civilizations
  • From the diverse animal and plant life to the extraordinary geological features, the San Juan River is always a favorite whitewater vacation for youth

Family white water rafting fun

5–6 Day Desolation Canyon

Starting Price: $1,575
Minimum Age: 5
Meeting Location: Green River, UT

  • Desolation Canyon is the perfect location for youth groups, with over 60 Class I-II whitewater rapids and just a couple Class III
  • Swimming and hiking opportunities abound to breathtaking destinations
  • Many of the rapids on the Green River through Desolation Canyon are perfectly suited for young hands to get a feel for the paddle in an inflatable kayak
  • With over 80 river miles to travel, everyone will have plenty of time to get into their own unique rhythm with the river


Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have a required ratio of counselors to children?

We do not have a requirement, but we do recommend at least a one to five ratio for youngsters, and a minimum of one to ten for older children.

Are these trips safe?

While there are inherent risks associated with any wilderness activity, Holiday is a company with an award-winning track record for safety and we would not recommend a trip if we felt it posed unmanageable risks to our participants. Our guides are well-trained in safety and wilderness medicine, and our equipment, systems, and protocols are all designed with our guests well-being in mind.

Can we bring toys and games for the group?

Yes! As long as we have the space to carry it, we encourage groups to bring toys and games that they would like to have with them. We will also bring toys such as frisbees, footballs, and horseshoes.

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Youth Group Rafting Trips
Youth group river rafting

Why Choose Holiday?

In our mission to foster a love and respect for our nation’s wild places, we know it is crucial to show our younger generations what makes our rivers and desert lands special. We understand these trips need to not only be safe and educational, but also fun and unforgettable. We want to create memories that will last a lifetime.

We’ve built long-lasting relationships with groups of all kinds, including schools, therapy organizations, scout troops, summer camps, and more. Our guides relish these trips as an opportunity to let out their inner child, play beach games, tell campfire stories, and impart lessons in a fun, engaging way.

Questions?

Our friendly, experienced team is ready to answer your call! Contact us today and let us help you find the best trip for your youth group!