utah river rafting2-5 Day Whitewater Trips and Jeep/Horseback/River Combinations


Our Colorado River expeditions float you through the wild heart of canyonlands and its adjacent areas. You'll visit anasazi ruins, pictographs and petroglyphs; hike through silent canyons; and have ample time for swimming, relaxing and exploration.

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COLORADO RIVER/CATARACT CANYON EXPEDITIONS/CANYONLANDS NATIONAL PARK
This 120-mile expedition takes you through the renowned Cataract Canyon in Canyonlands National Park. It offers some of the wildest, most exciting whitewater in the country during the months of May, June and early July, when the spring run-off fills the canyon's watercourse with raging torrents. From July to October, the river calms itself with lower water, but is by no means placid. Later summer offers pristine sandbars and warm water. (3% access fee not included in all Cataract Canyon trips)
Rowing Craft
Return Transportation Options from Hite Marina Include:
Please select one of the following options and add it to the trip price.
Scenic Flight (45 min) $110
Return ground Transportation (2 1/2 hrs.) $40.00
Have a personal vehicle shuttled to Hite Marina $130 per vehicle

Our Cataract expeditions float you past the confluence of the Green and Colorado rivers through the challenging rapids of Cataract Canyon in the midst of Canyonlands.

5-DAY ROWING TRIP (Photo A)
Departs every Sunday and Wednesday, April to October.
$850 adult / $750 child (7 to 17) or group 10+

5-DAY DORY TRIP (Photo B)
Departs every Sunday, April to October
$979 adult / $899 child (7 to 17) or group 10+

Dory [27k]
J-Rig [27k]

4-DAY MOTORIZED TRIP (Photo C)
Departs every Monday and Thursday, April to October.
$759 adult / $659 child (7 to 17) or group 10+

3-DAY MOTORIZED TRIP (Photo C)
Departs every Tuesday and Friday, April to October.
$649 adult / $549 child (7 to 17) or group 10+

(3% access fee not included in all Cataract Canyon trips)


CATARACT CANYON EXPRESS

TWO DAY TRIP: You'll experience the flat water sections of the Colorado River (flatwater jet boat option to awaiting rafts at the confluence of the Green and Colorado Rivers) and view ancient Anasazi Ruins as well as running the rapids of Cataract Canyon (photo C above). Late afternoon you'll motor off Lake Powell with camp at river's shore and return flights ($110 option) or van return ($40 option) from Hite Marina back to Moab on the second day. Lunch/Dinner/Breakfast/Lunch included. $464 PP Adult/Child includes guide, all meals, tents and sleeping bags. Departs 7 am daily.

Our crew offers a chance to explore the regions of Canyonlands and Cataract Canyon. Each trip is different, as we have people join us from around the country as well as abroad. You'll meet everlasting new friends and establish a relationship with the river's romance and magic. (3% access fee not included in all Cataract Canyon trips)


GREEN RIVER/DESOLATION CANYON EXPEDITIONS

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Desolation Canyon is perhaps our most popular family river vacation. A less-known national treasure, Desolation is one of the most scenic, historic and colorful waterway areas on the western rivers. Its brightly colored formations are monuments to the force of Mother Nature.

Wildlife thrives: you may see mule deer, desert bighorn sheep, prairie dogs, or waterfowl and desert birds, along with yucca, sage, numerous cacti and wildflowers. Huge cottonwood trees over untouched beaches offer exquisite campsites.

Feel the power of the river pull as your oar or paddle raft drifts along the calmer sections of the Green. Desolation Canyon has an abundant supply of rapids; over 60 overall on this 84-mile trip. The trip begins with a scenic charter flight from Moab to the trip's put-in site at Sand Wash. Additional launch dates are often available. Please inquire with our office.Inflatable Kayak [11k]

  • 5-DAY ROWING TRIP/INFLATABLE KAYAK OPTION
    Departs May 5, 12, 18, 25, 30
    June 1, 5, 8, 10, 19, 22
    July: 4, 9, 10, 17, 20, 30
    August: 4, 11, 18, 25
    September: 1, 8, 15, 22
    $799 Adult/$625 Child (5 to 17)
    [BLM $25/person fee not included]
  • 4-DAY ROWING TRIP/INFLATABLE KAYAK OPTION
    Departs May 5, 12, 18, 25, 30
    June 1, 5, 8, 10, 19, 22
    July: 4, 9, 10, 17, 20, 30
    August: 4, 11, 18, 25
    $699 Adult/$525 Child (5 to 17)
    [BLM $25/person fee not included]
  • 5-DAY DORY TRIP
    Departs May 5, 12, 18, 25, 30
    June 1, 5, 8, 10, 19, 22
    July: 4, 9, 10, 17, 20, 30
    August: 4, 11, 18, 25
    $990 Adult/$890 Child (5 to 17) [BLM $25/person fee not included]
  • 3-DAY MOTORIZED EXPRESS TRIP
    Departs May 9, 16, 23, 30
    June 5, 19
    July 4
    $450 Adult/ Child (5 to 17) [BLM $25/person fee not included]

    Option-guided rowing trips, inflatable kayaks, and paddle participation trips are available. Please specify with reservation. (Participants meeting in Grand Junction please add $160 per person to above prices for return airfare.) Groups of 10 or more receive 10% group discount.


COLORADO RIVER/FISHER TOWERS EXPEDITIONS

FAMILY OVERNIGHT SPECIAL - This section of the Colorado River offers the first time river runner a relaxed introduction to the great outdoors. A fantastic family adventure for children down to the age of five. Be careful though - this trip just might transform you into a river junkie.

Running down the Colorado adjacent to the Fisher Towers area - one of the world's natural wonders - this is a perfect short trip if you are only going to be in the area for a few days. We supply all meals.

Rowing Craft [27k]2-DAY/1-NIGHT FLOAT TRIP
Departs every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, April to October
$189 adult / $110 child (5 to 17) Contact our office for groups of 10 or more. ($1.00 BLM Departure Fee Not Included In Trip Prices)

COLORADO RIVER/WESTWATER CANYON RAPID EXPRESS

In Westwater Canyon the Colorado River is funnelled into a narrow corridor of black polished shist overlain with red sandstone cliffs. Not only is the canyon spectacular, but the rapids are a blast. Funnel Falls, Skull, Sock It To Me, and several more rapids come one after the other in an intense and rollicking expedition that brings out the bronco rider in all of us.

Above and below Westwater the river meanders serenely through red rocks and you're invited to join us for a two or three day trip. Eagles sail over canyon walls and the thickets along the stream banks are as beautiful and relaxing as the rapids are exciting. Contact our office for additional trip departures.

  • 3-DAYS/2-NIGHTS
    Departing daily in April, May, September & October
    Departing Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday June, July, and August
    $483 adult/child $383 (10-17) or group 10+ [BLM $7/person fee not included]
  • 2-DAYS/1-NlGHT
    Departing daily in April, May, September & October
    Departing Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday June, July, and August
    $375 adult/child $325 (10-17) or group 10+ [BLM $7/person fee not included]

HALF DAY HORSE, HALF DAY JEEP, OVERNIGHT HOTEL-RAFT CATARACT CANYON-CANYONLANDS NATIONAL PARK

Welcome to the spectacular Colorado Plateau and Canyonlands region of Southeastern Utah. Virtually every mile of this four day and three night trip showcases the grand scale of Mother Nature's work.

Saddle up and horseback ride the historic outlaw trails, where Butch Cassidy and his Wild Bunch evaded the law. Come ride the serpentine red rock canyons and pass eerie rock formations with layers of geologic history. Wander routes once traveled by ancient civilizations.

On our four-wheel off-road tour, you can travel through washes and thread your way through interlocking canyons. These remote areas of the desert surround you with thousand foot cliffs and three hundred million years of Earth's history written in multicolored rock layers. Indian rock art with interpretation on archeology and geology will get you a glimpse into the historic past.

During the evening enjoy our Moab hospitality with an overnight stay and dinner at one of the many restaurants in town. After breakfast in the morning you'll depart for three days and two nights on the Colorado River through Cataract Canyon, This incredible trip travels through the heart of Canyonlands National Park.

4-Days, 3-Nights
Half day horse/half day jeep/overnight hotel
Raft Cataract Canyon 3 days
Scenic return flight over Canyonlands National Park from river trips ending point Hite Marina back to Moab.

Departs every Monday & Thursday; April to October
$850 adult / $750 child (10 to 17)


LASAL MOUNTAIN Horseback / Raft Cataract Canyon 5 Day 4 Night Combination

Horsebackers [31k] Horseback riding in the LaSal Mountains, located southeast of Moab, adds a high country experience to go with your river expedition. Abundant pine and aspen, wildflowers, and wildlife--so near to the desert--will surprise you.

LaSal Mountains in combination with Raft Colorado River/Cataract Canyon (5 days, 4 nights)

This combination horseback/Colorado River trip through Cararact Canyon in Canyonlands National Park allows you to experience the best of the southwest. This trip meets at the Adrift Adventures office at 9:00 a.m. An hour drive to the base of the La Sal Mountains is the beginning of your journey. The landscape changes from cool alpine on horse to the colorful red rock country in rafts. You'll spend two days and one night exploring the high country. Trails wind through the stands of pine and aspen, past open meadows splashed with wildflowers. Wildlife--especially deer is abundant, as are the views of the adjacent desert. Return the following day to Moab early afternoon for an overnight stay in one of our local Moab hotels.

Lunch table [6k] The next morning you depart for a three-day Cataract Canyon river trip. You'll have an excellent time with a return the third day on the river to Moab at approximately 3:00 pm.

5-days, 4-Nights
2 days horsebacking/Hotel/Raft Colorado River-Cataract Canyon 3 days. Departs every Sunday and Wednesday, June to September $950 adult. $850 child (10 to 17).

Add $40 for return van trip to Moab (3 hours), or $110 for scenic flight to Moab (1 hours).
(3% access fee not included in all Cataract Canyon trips)


THE ULTIMATE MOAB ADVENTURE TRIP

2 hour hummer safari trip, horseback ride, 2 nights lodging at Red Cliffs Ranch, scenic flight and Cataract Canyon 3 days and 2 nights - Canyonlands National Park

Welcome to the spectacular Colorado Plateau and Canyonlands region of Southeastern Utah. Virtually every mile of this four day and three night trip showcases the grand scale of Mother Nature's work.

Saddle up and horseback ride the historic outlaw trails, where Butch Cassidy and his Wild Bunch evaded the law. Come ride the serpentine red rock canyons and pass eerie rock formations with layers of geologic history. Wander routes once traveled by ancient civilizations.

On our four-wheel off-road tour, you can travel through washes and thread your way through interlocking canyons. These remote areas of the desert surround you with thousand foot cliffs and three hundred million years of Earth's history written in multicolored rock layers. Indian rock art with interpretation on archeology and geolgy will get you a glimpse into the historic past.

During the evening enjoy our Moab hospitality with an overnight stay and dinner at one of the many restaurants in town. After breakfast in the morning you'll depart for three days and two nights on the Colorado River through Cataract Canyon. This incredible trip travels through the heart of Canyonlands National Park. For more information on this river trip click here.

5-Days, 4-Nights
2 hour hummer safari trip, horseback ride, 2 nights lodging at Red Cliffs Ranch and Cataract Canyon 3 days and 2 nights. Return 2.5 hour scenic van ride from Hite Marina on Lake Powell to Moab.

Departs every Monday and Thursday, April to October
$999.00 adult / $899.00 child (10-17)

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MONUMENT VALLEY - 5 day 4 night

Monument Valley is world-famous as a Navajo Tribal Park and as the backdrop for numerous Western films. Mesas, buttes and pinnacles have eroded over eons to form this magical land.

Half Day Jeep Monument Valley / Overnight Horseback / Raft Cataract Canyon-Canyonlands National Park

Welcome and "yah-ta-hey" to spectacular Monument Valley, which is located west of the four corners region of the United States on U.S. Highway 163. The first Navajo Tribal Park was established on July 11, 1958 by the Navajo Tribal Council in Window Rock, Arizona. The Navajo land is approximately 25,000 square miles. The population of the Navajo people totals more than 159,000.

Monument Valley is partly in Arizona and Utah. There are many mesas, buttes and slender, towering pinnacles that have eroded over a vast area. This magic land is highly scenic, unique and unlike any other place. Most formations are brilliant red, orange, purple and even bluish color.

This trip departs from the Adrift Adventures office at 9:00 a.m. for a scenic drive from Moab to Monument Valley. Click here for trip details.

Canoe Reflections [27k]

  • GREEN RIVER/LABYRINTH CANYON EXPEDITIONS by Canoe or Sea Kayak

    The 60-mile river journey through Labyrinth Canyon on the Green River is a peaceful, remote excursion into Utah's Canyonlands. This seldom traveled waterway offers incredible scenery. Our Labyrinth Canyon trips offer the perfect solution for those who want the advantages of a wilderness experience in a remote location. Millions of years of geology and awesome beauty are contained in each river mile.

    You'll take a journey in time, exploring ancient Indian petroglyphs and soaking in the river's history, geology and archeology. These tangled canyons create a fascinating puzzle you'll enjoy unwinding over your four day trip.

    • 4-DAY CANOE or SEA KAYAK TRIP
      Departs every Sunday and Wednesday, April to September.
      $599 Adult/$399 Child (7 to 17)
    • 3-DAY CANOE or SEA KAYAK TRIP
      Departs every Monday in May and September
      $425.00 Adult/Child 8-17

7.75% Utah State Tax Not Included In Trip Prices where applicable.

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P.O. Box 577 - Moab, Utah 84532
435-259-8594 or 800-874-4483
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