Cataract Canyon Rafting Adventure from Moab

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Moab, USA

11 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

In Canyonlands National Park, there’s a rugged beauty to the natural surroundings unlike anywhere else in the country, where the reddish brown rocks and enveloping silence create an isolated amphitheater of calm. That is, of course, unless you’re shrieking and smiling while splashing down Class IV and V rapids as you raft through Cataract Canyon. On this 100-mile (160-kilometer) full-day journey experience unforgettable scenery from the seat of a motorized raft. Able to handle both whitewater and flat water, this raft is the perfect method of transport for rafting in Canyonlands National Park.

Full-day rafting trip through Cataract Canyon, from Moab
Enjoy the combination of thrills and relaxation of traveling on a motorized raft with an expert guide
Run more than 30 white-water rapids rated up to Class V
Swim, hike and have lunch at calm points along the river
Enjoy a world-class experience with time to soak in the beauty of the red rock canyon landscape
Hike to waterfalls in side canyons and camp near the river if you choose the overnight option
Includes all meals on the river, lifejackets and river gear, and transportation to the river
Choose from three options (extra expense) at the end of the trip: return to Moab by ground transportation, by scenic flight or have your personal vehicle shuttled to Hite for your arrival

What's Included

Professional guide
Lunch
All required rafting equipment
Coast Guard-approved life jackets, river bags and camera box
Ground transportation from departure location to the river put-in
Ice Water (please bring a reusable bottle)

Soft drinks (you are welcome to bring your own)
Gratuity to Guide :)
Return from the river to the departure location (additional 37.75 paid directly to the operator on the day of for ground transportation,130/person plus tax for scenic flight, 250/vehicle plus tax for personal vehicle shuttle to Hite)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Navtec Expeditions
321 N Main St, Moab, UT 84532, USA
Please arrive 15 min early to check into the office before we leave at 7AM to shuttle to the put-in at Potash and hit the Colorado River. Please contact Navtec directly for pick-up.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.7:00 am

What To Expect

For a Canyonlands adventure you’ll never forget, raft the rapids of the Colorado River on an RHIB, or rigid hull inflatable boat, which can not only motor through the calm sections of river and offer a scenic cruise, but can handle rapids that swell to Class V during early summer snow melts. Hold on tight as you splash through rapids with names like Big Drop and Hell-to-Pay, and even during fall when the river isn’t as high; the whitewater sections are still wild enough for a thrilling, heart-pounding journey.

On the calmer sections of river you can swim or relax on the riverbank, and, if you choose to spend a night on the river, hike to waterfalls up hidden canyons to continue your Utah adventure. Throughout the journey your guide will both keep you safe and provide details on the park, from the wildlife, geology, landscape and history of the canyons to the rocks all around you.

Cataract Canyon

Green River

Hite Marina

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking; minimum weight requirement is 50 lbs (23 kg)
Please note, prior to departure, all travelers will be required to sign a liability release
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum age is 8 years
It is recommended to bring: Sturdy footwear, quick dry clothing, spring or fall rain suit, swimsuit or fast drying shorts, sun screen, lip balm, hat and a camera (preferably waterproof)

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This river trip needs a minimum of 4 individuals to run. If your trip does not meet the minimum, you will be offered other tours and or dates for options/get issued a full refund in the event your tour did not meet the minimum
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.6

based on 85 reviews

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Complete and surprising experience

giuseppe_a, Aug 2022

Kindness of the staff and a very experienced captain. Beautiful landscape that make you bear the heat.

This was our first time of...

Marsha G, Sep 2017

This was our first time of whitewater rafting, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. We went during the high water season due to the large snow fall this past winter, and it was wet and wild. Our guide was Glenn who was very informative. Highly recommend!!

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