Moab Kayaking

Colorado River

Moab Kayaking Trip Highlights

Castle Valley near Moab on the Colorado River is the poster child for Western landscapes, and you’ve probably already seen it somewhere in a John Wayne movie, TV show, or a commercial or two. And if somehow you have, in fact, never laid eyes on Castle Valley before, you’re not going forget it once you do!

  • The majestic Castle Valley and Fisher Towers on the Colorado river

  • Unbelievable, picturesque scenery of Moab’s red rocks

  • Fun & splashy class I-II rapids

  • Convenient to Canyonlands & Arches National Parks

  • Perfect sampler trip + a bucket list river trip!

  • Rated “Utah’s Best Family Kayaking Trip”

  • Moab kayaking trips are perfect for youth bonding trips and family/friend reunions

  • Big sandy beaches for great camping on multi-day trips

More About This Trip

Kayaking through Castle Valley is a great way to increase the level of adventure of a Colorado River excursion. This is a perfect option for those who want an active trip with a bit of a workout, as you’ll be paddling through both calm and splashy waters.

No experience is necessary, we just ask that you know how to swim when choosing this option. You’ll have a kayak guide to show you the ropes along the way as you spin, surf, and paddle downstream. Keep in mind that these crafts are inflatable kayaks, aka duckies, so there’s a lot of contact with the water!

The rapids on the Castle Valley stretch vary depending on which section you choose, but are usually friendly class I-II. The afternoon section typically has more rapids, while the morning section is more calm as we pass by Fisher Towers. On full day trips, you’ll get the whole kit and caboodle— with lunch!

On two day trips we’ll start a little further up the valley, camp on a beautiful beach along the way, and enjoy a few hours of the final stretch the second day. These overnight trips are a fully catered camping experience, and a great way to fully soak in the amazing area of the Colorado River.

If paddling your own vessle sounds intimidating or you’d prefer a more team oriented river experience check out our Moab rafting trips on this same section of river.

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Trip Options

Moab Kayaking

Trip Time on Water Time from Meet to Return Additional Cost Per Adult
Splash & Dash 1hr 2hr, 20 min $99
½ Day 2hr 15min 3hr 45min $129
¾ Day 4hr 15min + lunch 5hr 45min $189
1 Day 4hr + lunch 7hr $179
2 Day $549
3 Day $699

Boat Options

We offer these boat options so that you can customize your rafting trip to the experience you desire.

Single Person Kayak

One Guest per kayak

Single Kayak

No experience necessary
Instructional guide provided
Increased adventure level
Physical fitness required
Ages 11+ or 5'2"
Book a Double Kayak

Two Person Kayak

Two Guests per kayak

Double Kayak

Increase the level of adventure with a buddy.
No experience is necessary
Guests 8-11 must be with an adult
Increased swim potential
Physical fitness needed

Why Kayak the Colorado River with Mild 2 Wild?

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Trip Provisions

  • Free on site parking
  • Bathrooms and changing rooms
  • Gift shop for your last minute river needs
  • Neoprene wetsuits & boots available for rent
  • Custom, quality, & Coast Guard approved river equipment
  • Round trip transportation from meet location
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Professional, Interpretive & Entertaining Guides

  • Trip leaders average 2,000 river miles
  • Certified in CPR & First Aid
  • Pay incentives for higher certification levels including WFR, EMT, & Swift Water Rescue
  • Dedicated company division to risk management, guided training, and continuing guide education
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Our Commitment
to You

Mild to Wild has been family owned and operated for over 30 years. We value excellence in guest services and strive to curate incredible experiences for our guests. We are proud to offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you are not absolutely delighted with our guides and equipment your trip is free. "

Our Client Reviews from Google

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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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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Really emotional and fun trip, thanks to all team. Everyone should try kayaking
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Trey Walker
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Creed and Peyton were awesome guides! Would highly recommend checking out this place.
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Peyton was an awesome guide! Beautiful scenery and so much fun!

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Payments & Cancellations

Payment Plan

We start with 50% deposit, and 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 a full refund with written notice 24 hours or more before the trip. Less notice, no refund.

Trip Change Option

Up to 12 hours prior to departure, daily rafting trips can be rescheduled for a different day and/or time. The price of this change policy is 5% of the total trip cost. Upgrade only available at time of reservation and must be applied to each seat.

Multi-Day Trips: See our Cancellation Policy page.

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).

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.

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