About This Trip

The Salt River Rafting Express Full Day trip lets you tackle the whole 10 mile stretch of the 1 Day trip in a fraction of the time. Paddles in the water folks, we’re conquering this frothy section in just a few hours!

Enjoy churning up with the suds in this 2,000 foot deep canyon while enjoying 10 to 12 exciting Class III “wet and fun” rapids! This trip is ideal for those who like to sleep in, but also want to experience white water rafting in Arizona!

Salt River Rafting Express Full Day trips start at $129.00.

Salt River Daily Trip

Season

March – May

Class of Rapids

High Water: II-IV

Low Water: II-III

Meet Time

10:00 AM

Return

2:30 PM

Boat 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

Premium Rafts

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

Ages: 8+ low water

12+ high water

Payment & Cancellations

Payment Options

Pay in full.
1/2 down, 1/2 charged 30 days prior to trip.
1/3 down with remaining balance charged in thirds.
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 9% for River and Land Access Fees (ie. Forest Service, BLM, City, Private Land Use) & a $30/day Apache Tribal Land Access Fee.

Cancellation Policy

Receive 90% refund with 48 hours notice to departure. Less notice, unfortunately there will be 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 is only available at time of reservation and must be applied to each seat.

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Salt First Timer's Guide

Salt River FAQ

Itinerary

10:00 AM

Meet at our Salt River Office at 10:00. Lunch is not included so arrive with lunch in your belly!

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

Shuttle to the river for safety orientation and rafting instructions.

Hit the river!

Tackle “Baptism,” “Island,” “Kiss and Tell,” “Bump and Grind,” “Grumman,” “Mother Rock,” “Overboard,” “Exhibition,” “Cibique,” “Three Way” and the exhilarating “Mescal Falls” rapids!

Take out and shuttle back along Apache Road 1. WARNING: the ride back can be as exhilarating as the rafting itself!

2:30 PM (depending on water flows)

Arrive back to your car.

Important Considerations

Salt River Rafting - Arizona - Mild to Wild Rafting

· 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.

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