Colorado
Experience the Grand Canyon up close and personal with a whitewater rafting adventure, guided by a team of experts. You choose your level of fun from a one-day motorized rafting tour, or a more adventurous two-day paddling excursion that has you staying on the banks of the mighty Colorado River.
Along the way, you’ll get to explore hidden cave systems, learn about the Hualapai Tribe, and catch local wildlife in their natural habitats. Get a view of the Grand Canyon like you never have before, with hands-on experience with the Hualapai River Runners.
Whitewater
rafting Trip
Highlights
- Conquer exciting rapids
- Lunch along the banks of the river
- Hike to the Travertine Cavern Falls
- Spot local wildlife
- Learn about the Hualapai Tribe and their connection to the Grand Canyon and the Colorado River from certified Hualapai Tribe river guides.
During your adventure, you’ll get one-of-a-kind, authentic insights into the lifestyle, culture, and traditions of the Indigenous people who call the Grand Canyon and the Colorado River home, featuring:
- The shelters and homes the Hualapai built along the walls of the Grand Canyon.
- The tribe’s history, including the 1874 La Paz, and how the Canyon served as a refuge.
- The significance of the Colorado River for the Hualapai and the Yuman language family tribes.
- The “Spirit Mountain,” Wikahme myth.
- The geology, plant and animal life on the river and through the canyon on your bus trip to the bank.
- Hualapai historical sites along the river.
Whitewater Rafting Tickets
one-DAY
RAFTING
The only one-day rafting trip on the Colorado River.
$429
TWO-DAY
RAFTING
Ride the rapids and stay the night on the Colorado River.
$889
ONE-DAY RAFTING WITH HELICOPTER LIFT
The only one-day rafting trip on the Colorado River with a helicopter ride out of the Grand Canyon.
$599
TWO-DAY RAFTING WITH HELICOPTER LIFT
Ride the rapids and stay the night on the Colorado River and enjoy a helicopter ride out of the Grand Canyon.
$1,059
Rafting Adventures
One-Day Rafting Adventure
The One-Day Rafting Adventure departs from Peach Springs, Arizona. Our team of experienced guides takes you whitewater rafting down the Colorado River on a motorized whitewater raft, where you’ll make your first stop at Travertine Falls.
Here, you’ll crawl up ropes and ladders into the sacred cave you’ll get to explore until it’s time to head back down the Grand Canyon for lunch. Our group stops briefly to refuel our bodies and then everyone heads down a serene portion of the Colorado until it’s time to take our bus ride back up to the lodge. All rafters must be 8 years of age or older.
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Two-Day Rafting Adventure
The Hualapai River Runners’ two-day rafting trip departs from Peach Springs, Arizona, and offers a jam-packed two-day itinerary, run by experienced guides. After getting a taste of the rapids, you’ll stop by Travertine Cavern Falls, where everyone gets the option to explore the mysterious cave system after climbing through ropes and ladders. Once everyone is done spelunking, our guides lead you to a short lunch break and a final resting stop in Spencer Canyon for an overnight camping stay with a luxurious steak dinner.
On the second day, you and your guests will have a relaxing day floating along the smooth portion of the Colorado River, watching the beauty pass by. You’ll also learn about the Hualapai Tribe history, like the historical sites you can see along the banks, and how they used local plant and animal life to live in the region for years. We’ll finally arrive at our end destination, where our bus will take us back up to the lodge.
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One-Day RAFTING HELICOPTER ADVENTURE
Embark on an unforgettable journey with our One-Day Rafting Helicopter Adventure, departing from Peach Springs, Arizona, nestled along historic Route 66. Led by experienced Hualapai River Runners guides, this thrilling experience takes you down the mighty Colorado River on a motorized whitewater raft.
Navigate exciting rapids before transitioning into a scenic, tranquil float through the heart of the Grand Canyon. Along the way, enjoy a moderate guided hike to the beautiful Travertine Cavern Falls, and savor a relaxing lunch on a sandy riverside beach.
Cap off your adventure in spectacular fashion with a breathtaking helicopter ascent from the canyon floor to the rim.
Please note: All participants must be at least 8 years of age.
TWO-Day RAFTING HELICOPTER ADVENTURE
The Hualapai River Runners’ Two-Day Rafting Helicopter Trip departs from Peach Springs, Arizona, along historic Route 66, and delivers an unforgettable experience guided by seasoned experts.
Your adventure begins with an exhilarating ride through whitewater rapids, before transitioning into a peaceful float along the majestic Colorado River. Explore the natural beauty of the canyon on a guided hike to Travertine Cavern Falls, then unwind for the evening with a hearty steak dinner and overnight camping under the stars in scenic Spencer Canyon.
Cap off your adventure in spectacular fashion with a breathtaking helicopter ascent from the canyon floor to the rim — an unforgettable finale to this epic journey.
What To
Pack
In preparation for your rafting trip on the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon, we recommend the following personal gear.
Cameras
All cameras should have straps. We recommend keeping your camera in a zip lock bag, even when it is in your Ammo Can (we supply the Ammo Can). Disposable waterproof or panoramic cameras are excellent choices for your trip.
What To Do at Grand Canyon West
Grand Canyon West is filled with fun adventures for the entire family. When you’re finished rafting, head over to the Skywalk at Eagle Point, where you get a bird’s eye view of the canyon while standing directly over it. The Skywalk is a short path extending over the canyon, but the floor is made entirely of glass. Every step will get your blood pumping and palms sweaty as you walk over the edge of the canyon.
Another fun adventure is the zipline at Hualapai Point. With over 2,000 feet of zipline, your adrenaline will flood your body as you soar 700 feet above the air, reaching speeds up to 40 mph.
Our experienced guides also offer helicopter tours and pontoon tours of the Colorado River. Each option gives you a look into the canyon from unique viewpoints that will create memories for a lifetime.
Where to stay
You can stay at the Hualapai Lodge, situated on the longest remaining stretch of the original historic Route 66 and the starting point for all of the Hualapai River Runners’ whitewater rafting adventures. The hotel offers comfortable standard and double suites, a concierge to help you plan your adventures, an onsite restaurant and a trading post.
If you’d like to extend your trip and travel two hours to Grand Canyon West to walk the sky at Skywalk, explore Eagle Point and Guano Point, Zipline and more, you can stay at the Cabins at Grand Canyon West. Your reservation includes one complimentary general admission ticket to Grand Canyon West (available at check-in). These rustic cabins can accommodate up to six guests and feature a mini-refrigerator and microwave, plus an expansive porch with wooden benches and seats.