Salt River Rafting 1/2 Day Trip

White Water Rafting Phoenix, AZ

About This Trip

Ever heard of the “Mini-Grand Canyon”? Or Arizona’s best kept secret? Well, you have now, and it’s about time that you get your fair share of the froth that awaits on a Salt River Rafting Half Day trip!

This remote stretch of desert drizzle comes with constant Class III rapids and scenery worth shedding a tear about. Our Half Day trip is 3 hours and is a great option for those short on time but need to get in on the splash.

Now, if you DO have the time, check out our Full Day trip option and experience so more of this incredible canyon!

Salt River rafting half day trips start at $129.

Salt River Daily Trip

Overview

Season

March–Early May

Restrictions

Raft: 8+ low water, 12+ high water

Class of Rapids

High Water: I, II & III+

Low Water: I, II & one III

Meet Time

10:00 AM

Return

1:00 PM

Boat Options

Standard Raft - Up to 8 guests

Premium Raft - Up to 6 guests

Book Your Trip

1/2 Day Salt River Rafting Trip

Trip Planning

Itinerary & Map

10:00 AM

Meet at our Salt River Office at 10:00 AM

Check in, sign release forms, get dressed for the river! Wetsuits and Booties are provided.

Shuttle to river for safety orientation and rafting instructions.

Hit the river!

Tackle “Baptism,” “Island,” “Kiss and Tell,” “Bump and Grind,” “Grumman,” “Mother Rock,” and “Overboard” rapids!

Take out and shuttle back to your car.

Arrive back to your car 1:00 PM.

1:00 PM

Say good-bye to the spectacular Salt River Canyon and start planning your next trip!

Booking Options

Standard Rafts

Experience our 15-foot self-bailing rafts (up to 8 guests)

All guests are encouraged to paddle, but are not required to paddle. Boats will be set up as a paddle or oar boat based on the conditions at the time of the trip.

Ages 8+ low water, 12+ high water

Adult

$139

Youth

$129

Premium Rafts

Experience a smaller guide to guest ratio (up to 6 guests) and a more personalized trip.

Just like the standard option, we use 15 foot self-bailing rafts with Oar or Paddle rig set up depending on water levels. You’ll just have less folks in the boat with you!

Ages 8+ low water, 12+ high water

per person

$179

Reviews from our Guests

    
 
 
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   Sandra Perez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We booked a tour of Mesa Verde for a full day. Arrived at 8:00; returned at 4:30. The day was not a blue bird sky day - we had clouds, drizzle, rain and grey but the experience was surreal. Overlooks of amazing architecture in the cliffs, pit adobes in the corn fields, storage of grain in the cliffs - all viewed easily from the road and overlooks. Easily seen but not easily understood. That’s where our tour guide, Jay was an incredible asset. He added so much to our viewing of these spaces that we will take away incredible knowledge of the Pueblan People. And then the tour of the Palace. WOW! In fact, WOW was the word of the day! Jay was the best of the best. I have gone with Viator before and have not been disappointed. They pick the best tour companies in the area. Thanks Jay for a wonderful experience.
  
 
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   R C 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Eli was amazing!!!!  Well guided and have to say we were the only boat to have one maybe two people go overboard!  Haha!  But seriously, calm, knowledgeable and fun!
  
 
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   Deb Terry 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From start to finish our guide,  Tim made sure that we had the absolute best experience on the Jeep tour! The sites that he took us to,  the information he gave us ensured a memory of a lifetime! Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Crystal Lemmons 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The half day kayak trip was an adventure worth experiencing. Eli was our guide and was helpful and enjoyable.
  
 
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   R Di Wu 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hannah our guide was amazing!! She took expert care of two moms and our 5 and 7 year old kids!! All the other guides played water gun battle with our kids the whole trip!! Paton was the other guide and I forgot the other names 😭 everyone was awesome 😀 Highly recommend!! We also tried Tom's for Canadian food like the guides recommended and it was delicious!!!  Thank you!!! Will be back!!!
  
 
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   Oleksii Misiura 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. First time on the rafting, and i received best experience, highly recommend this place to visit Special thanks to the instructors Eli, Hannah and Payton, best guy's!
  
 
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   Dmytro Dmytrenko 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really emotional and fun trip, thanks to all team. Everyone should try kayaking
  
 
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   Trey Walker 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Creed and Peyton were awesome guides! Would highly recommend checking out this place.
  
 
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   Nikki Coppola 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Peyton was an awesome guide! Beautiful scenery and so much fun!

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Payments & Cancellations

Payment Plan

We start with a 50% deposit, and have the remaining 50% charged 30 days prior to trip. Trips reserved less than 30 days in advance require payment in full.

Please call for alternative payment arrangements.

Cancellation Policy

Receive 90% refund with 48 hours notice to departure. Less notice, no refund.

Optional Upgraded 36 Hour Cancellation Policy

Receive a 100% refund up to 36 hours prior to trip departure. Up to 24 hours prior to departure trips can be rescheduled, or receive a Mild to Wild Gift Certificate for trip cost. Upgrade only available at time of reservation & must be applied to each seat.

Longer trips subject to Cancellation Policy

Fees

In addition to the listed trip cost, we collect an additional 9% for River and Land Access Fees (ie. Forest Service, BLM, City, Private Land Use), an Apache Tribal Land Access Fee.

Trip Departure Policy

We reserve the right to switch river/locations based on current conditions and a minimum number of participants. This trip requires 4 participants or paid seats to depart.

Free Courtesy Hold

We don’t want you to miss out on this trip so we’ll hold your spots, payment-free, for 24hrs while you make your final arrangements & prepare for payment.

What to Wear & Bring

Provided by Mild to Wild in all Salt Reservations:

Wetsuit
Wetsuit boots
Splash Jacket

To Wear/Bring Yourself:

Fleece jacket and fleece socks
Swimsuit/Quick drying clothing (avoid cotton because it stays the temperature of the water and keeps you cold)
Hat (that fits under your helmet)
Sunscreen
Sunglasses with a strap
Water bottle
Snacks
Camera with waterproof case

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Important Considerations

The Salt River Canyon is a wilderness area. Thus, electricity, running water or cellular phone service is nada!
We can only communicate from our main office via Satellite communication to the Salt River guides, which means our communication is limited. Plan accordingly when traveling to the river. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
Wetsuits are included on all of our Salt River Trips. Wear your swimsuit to the river under your clothes.
Age limits may increase at high water levels. This will be communicated to you prior to your trip if it becomes an issue.
We have river goodies and souvenirs for sale! We are only running credit cards for the shop, but feel free to bring cash to tip your guide!
The meet location is about 50 miles from the nearest towns of Globe and Show Low, be sure to have enough gas to get there!
Expect the Salt River Canyon to be about 10 degrees cooler than Phoenix.
All itineraries are subject to change due to water conditions.