Rafting the Colorado River Grand Canyon
High in the pristine Rocky Mountain wilderness of Colorado, the mighty Colorado River begins. After winding its way across Colorado, the river enters some of the most spectacular river rafting destinations in the world. These unparalleled Colorado River rafting vacations include famous Westwater Canyon, Cataract Canyon through Canyonlands National Park, Grand Canyon 6 or 7 Day, and Grand Canyon 3 Day or Grand Canyon 4 Day rafting trips.
Colorado River rafting provides some of the most exhilarating river vacations in the world. Endless in scenic wonder and majesty, any trip along this river will be the adventure of a lifetime. See our list of Colorado River rafting vacations below for additional details.
Conquer Westwater Canyon's untamed waters on what National Geographic labeled, "The West’s Best Short Whitewater Trip." Experience Moab Utah’s legendary redrock on an off-road Hummer Safari, and ride horseback through famous Castle Valley - all while staying at the comfortable Red Cliffs Ranch on the banks of the Colorado River.
Bolstered by the Green, the Colorado River carves a deep, 100-mile-long chasm through the heart of Canyonlands National Park. Experience soul-stirring scenery and some 28 rapids on one of the Colorado's steepest stretches, rivaling the big whitewater of the Grand Canyon.
Experience the legendary Colorado River whitewater of Cataract Canyon on this incredible 2 day journey through the heart of Canyonlands National Park. In just 2 days, you can experience the entire canyon and world famous rapids.
Stay 2 nights at the luxurious Gonzo Inn and sample 1 night of all-inclusive camping on the banks of the Colorado River. Explore Arches National Park on a guided hike and scenic tour. Raft the Colorado River for 2 days. Discover Moab's breathtaking backcountry on an unforgettable Hummer Safari - all included in one package price!
On this once-in-a-lifetime adventure, experience astounding views of hidden waterfalls, ancient Indian ruins, lush hanging gardens, and magnificent overlooks. Raft the best whitewater on the Colorado River and savor calm moments on the river to reflect and renew. Camp in luxury under a star-filled sky and dine on delicous dutch-oven gormet. All of this combines to give you what is arguably the best vacation in the world.
Combine your 3-day vacation through Grand Canyon with one day and night at a working cattle ranch perched high on the rim of the Grand Canyon. Not only will you raft the grandest canyon in the world, but you'll also enjoy horseback riding, Western entertainment and much more.
Experience 3 days rafting the Colorado River through majestic Grand Canyon. More moderate but exciting white water on this stretch of the canyon makes this trip a perfect introduction to rafting and camping without sacrificing any of the grandeur.
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Has anyone rafted the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon? | Yahoo Answers
I strongly suggest going with a professional rafting company if you want to raft the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon. I rafted down the Canyon myself, with a group of friends who had been rafting guides, for 14 days, and it was very hard work, and way too exciting for me! But the off-canyon's were beautiful, I did hike to some fantastic ledges above the Colorado River, swam in the mud bath area at the confluence, swam in Havasu creek (you need at least a day to hike up to Havasu Falls and back and I'd already done that on a backpacking week long trip to Supai Village, right above Hav…
Cataract Canyon is a 46-mile (74 km) long canyon of the Colorado River located within Canyonlands National Park and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in Utah. It begins on the upstream end at the confluence with the Green River and ends at the confluence of the Dirty Devil River. The lower half of the canyon is submerged beneath Lake Powell...
