Salt River Rafting Express Full Day
Phoenix, AZ
Salt River Rafting
1/2 Day Arizona Whitewater Trip
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 $109.
Season
March – Early May
Class of Rapids
High Water: II-IV
Low Water:II-III
Meet Time
10:00 AM
Return
1:00 PM
Boat Options
Standard Rafts
Premium Rafts
Itinerary
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!
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 do have some river goodies and souvenirs for sale, but will not be accepting cash to purchase them for the 2023 season, so bring your credit card. (You can still 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
