Verde River

One Day Raft Trip

About This Trip

Unfortunately we are not planning to raft the Verde River this season due to current closures.

Enjoy a beautiful day on the Verde River and experience fun, splashy whitewater, spectacular canyon views & lots of wildlife! 

The Verde River is an early spring river with a short season so be sure to call our office to discuss trip options!

Itinerary

10:00 AM
Meet at Beasley Flats in Camp Verde, Arizona
 
Check in & sign release forms. Wetsuit and wetsuit boot rentals are highly recommended on the Verde River.
 
Shuttle to river for safety orientation and rafting instructions. Then, hit the river!
 
Begin your descent into the spectacular desert canyon and enjoy the fun and challenge of the many chutes and rapids, such as: “Off the Wall,” “Pre-falls” & the exciting class IV to V (depending on water flows) “Verde Falls” (often requires portaging)!
 
After the falls, float through the highly restricted “Eagle Closure” where stopping is prohibited to protect the winter nesting ground of the desert bald eagles.
Lunch Time
Then, relax on a sandy beach at our lunch stop where you will enjoy a delicious and filling deli-style lunch.
 
After lunch, challenge the rapids of “Bull Run,” Rock Garden” & “Punk Rock.”
2:00 PM
After “Punk Rock,” we reach our take out at about 2:00 PM, and hike a moderate trail for 1/2 an hour to the shuttles
3:00 PM
Return to Beasley Flats

* Please note that all itineraries are subject to change due to river conditions.

Booking Options

Standard Rafts

15 foot self-bailing rafts (up to 10 guests).

We use Oar Boats or Paddle Boats on these trips depending on water levels. Oar Boats, typically used at high water, come with a frame that give the guide more control with oars. With Paddle Boats, typically used at low water, the guide just has a paddle and relies on you to help get through the rapids!

  • Ages 4+

Adult

$155

Youth

$142

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 12+

Per Person

$185

Inflatable Kayaks

Up the adventure level!

This could be you; get ready for a great workout as you navigate your own kayak through the Lower Animas!

  • Ages 12+

Per Person

$185

Reviews from our Guests

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Sandra Perez
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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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Oleksii Misiura
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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 Options

  1. Pay in full.
  2. 1/2 down, 1/2 charged 30 days prior to trip.
  3. 1/3 down with remaining balance charged in thirds.
  4. Call for other arrangements!

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.

Fees

In addition to the listed trip cost, we collect an additional 8% for River and Land Access Fees (ie. Forest Service, BLM, City, Private Land Use).

Cancellation Policy

We know plans change… so we offer a lenient cancellation policy. An 85% refund is issued for cancellations received in writing 48 hours prior to trip departure.

What to Wear & Bring

  • Wear quick drying clothes such as a swim suit and nylon shorts. Wetsuits and wetsuit boots are highly recommended all season and available for rent. They easily slip over your swimsuit.
  • Wetsuit boots highly recommended. Shoes with a strap that can get wet will work if you don’t mind chilly feet.
  • Bring sunscreen, water, hat and sunglasses if desired, and your sense of adventure!

 

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Important Considerations

  • Wear your swimsuits under your clothing as there are no changing rooms at the meeting point.
  • Wetsuits are highly recommended all season on this snow melt river.
  • During high water it is common for us to portage the class IV to V rapid, this will be up to the guide’s discretion.

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