About This Trip
Start your morning off right by paddling through Moab’s famous red rock canyon! Our half day kayaking trips get you 2 hours on the water to admire the astounding scenery and enjoy friendly class II rapids along the way. This is the perfect trip to get a fun workout in at the start of your day.
The morning trip is especially great in summer since the daily temperatures haven’t hit their peak just yet. This is also a great time to potentially see a little more wildlife.
Moab, Utah kayaking morning half day trips start at $119.
- Unbelievable, picturesque scenery of Moab’s red rocks
- Friendly & splashy class II rapids
- A great, fun workout for those looking to up the adventure level
- The perfect way to cool off from the Moab heat
- Fits into full itineraries
- Rated “Utah’s Best Family Kayaking Trip”
Itinerary & Map
Booking Options
Single Person Kayaks
Up the adventure level!
Up the adventure level and control your own destiny in a single inflatable kayak. The smaller the boat, the bigger the wave!
- Ages 12+
Double Person Kayaks
Up the adventure level!
Want to up the adventure level with a buddy? Test your coordination and get bigger splashes in a double kayak!
- Ages 8-11 must be accompanied by a parent.
Reviews from our Guests
Posted on Google Robert SezateTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Creel is amazing! All of these folks are top notch! This was our second time with Mild to Wild….this time we brought family! Best wishes to Creel! His brother might be cool, but Creel is the coolest! 🫡😂 If you’re in the Durango area - book a tour with these folks. You won’t regret it!! Note: looked at my trip advisor post from July 2018. Back then it was Rio who was Ana amazing guide. Creel holds to our previous excellent experience.Posted on Google Shannon GleasonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Trey was an excellent guide. Me and my best friend had the best time and will definitely do it again. I highly recommend Mild to Wild.Posted on Google KenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A very good time, our guide, Colton was great!Posted on Google Shannon AdamsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My husband and I had a great time and Marcie was a wonderful guide.Posted on Google Jennifer HendersonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great tour from start to finish! All the guides were great. Special shout out to Felix! He made the rafting experience for us first timers so fun and exciting. Highly recommend!Posted on Google Gabriela P.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sam was an amazing guide! He went above and beyond to make sure our daughter had the best time. He took her down the falls, let her paddle the raft and made her feel included throughout the trip. She had an absolute blast, and his kindness and patience made the experience even more memorable for our family. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Highly recommend!Posted on Google Rob RobinsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ann was an amazing guide! Very knowledgeable and a very quick wit. Would go on another trip with her.Posted on Google Kevin FerrellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great ride for our family that included ages 5-7. Kia and Ryder are super guides.Posted on Google Julie CollmanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My Hubby, myself and my two 14 year old granddaughters had an absolute blast!! We had Colton as our guide and he was amazing!! Thank you Colton & Mild to Wild!! From the Collman Family!!Posted on Google Ibrahim Sîvan Delzell BorjiginTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Good time rafting getting stuck a bit
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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.
What to Wear & Bring
- Swimsuit/Quick drying clothing
- Wetsuit (early Spring & Fall) — Rentals are available!
- Water shoes or secure sandals with heel straps (no flip flops or crocs!)
- Hat
- Sunglasses with a strap
- Water bottle
- Small bag or fanny pack (that you don’t mind getting wet) for the things listed below
- Sunscreen
- Snacks
- Camera with waterproof case
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Important Considerations
Castle Valley Kayaking | Moab, Utah
This is a more independent trip option that doesn’t always come with a kayak guide, but our raft guides will be there to give you instruction when you need help.
This trip is a bit of a workout! The big, beautiful flat water sections and intermittent rapids will have you paddling most of the time.
The inflatable kayaks sits low in the water, so there will be water in the kayak the whole time. Thus, you’re going to get wet!
If everyone in your group isn’t up for the challenge of an inflatable kayak just yet, they can go along in a raft with a guide at the same time!
If you opt for the double kayaks, they can be bit more challenging than the singles because they are longer, heavier, and require coordination to maneuver together.
We do not provide snacks on this float trip, so bring some along in a small waterproof bag along with your water bottle.
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Meet Location & Directions
- Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours
- 970-247-4789
- 745 Kane Creek Blvd, Moab, UT 84532
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