Salt River Rafting 2-Day Trip

White Water Rafting Phoenix, AZ

About This Trip

Our Salt River rafting two-day adventure covers 24 miles of wonderfully rugged scenery, where the rapids and geological gems are aplenty. This is the perfect trip for folks who want to see more of the Salt’s rare wilderness, while experiencing some of its most exciting whitewater.

The first day serves up plenty of Class II-IV suds, starting from the picturesque put-in along Primitive Road. You’ll stop for a delicious grilled steak lunch at our established camp, before heading downstream for the biggest rapids of the day. Camp that night is spread across a beautiful remote beach, where your guides will whip up a delectable 3-course dinner. Be ready for some of the best stargazing Arizona has to offer that night.

Day two starts with fresh coffee and breakfast, before heading back for more fun in the whitewater. The chasm’s scenery becomes more dramatic on this day, and by lunch you’ll have floated beneath the cliffs of polished granite in White Rock Canyon, and past the sacred salt banks that give the canyon its name.

Salt River rafting two day trips start at $649.00.

Salt River Daily Trip

Overview

Season

March–Early May

Restrictions

Raft: 8+ low water, 12+ high water

Class of Rapids

High Water: II – IV

Low Water: II – III

Meet Time

9:30 AM

Return

5:00 PM

Boat Options

Premium Raft - Up to 6 guests

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2 Day Salt River Rafting Trip

Trip Planning

Itinerary & Map

Day One Itinerary

10:00 AM

Meet at our Salt River Office

Check in, sign release forms, load gear bags and 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!

Stop for a hot grilled steak lunch. Vegetarian options available if arranged in advance.

Get back on the river for more exciting whitewater!

Land on a remote beach where you will relax in our deluxe camp. Enjoy quiet fishing (bring your own fishing pole) and/or hiking as your guides prepare a delicious dinner.

After dinner, relax around the fire under the stars.

Day Two Itinerary

Wake up to the smell of hot coffee and enjoy a hearty breakfast.

Pack up camping gear, and get ready for round two!

Mid-day, stop for a delicious deli-style lunch.

Get back on the river to finish out the day’s rapids.

Reach the take out, and hike 2 miles up 800 feet to Apache Road 1. *Apache Road 1 can be just as exciting, if not more, than the whitewater on this trip.

Shuttle back and return to your vehicle around 5 PM.

Booking 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

Adult

$749

Youth

$649

Reviews from our Guests

    
 
 
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   Sandra Perez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 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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   Dmytro Dmytrenko 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really emotional and fun trip, thanks to all team. Everyone should try kayaking
  
 
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   Trey Walker 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Creed and Peyton were awesome guides! Would highly recommend checking out this place.
  
 
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   Nikki Coppola 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Peyton was an awesome guide! Beautiful scenery and so much fun!

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Payments & Cancellations

Payment Plan

We start with 35% down, then 35% at 180 days, and 30% at 60 days before your trip. Please call for alternative payment arrangements.

Booking closer to your trip?

Within 180 days: 65% due at booking
Within 60 days: paid in full at booking

Minimum deposits apply.

Cancellation Policy

60+ days: Receive a refund less $200 per person unrecoverable fees.
45+ days: Reschedule for another trip/date, or receive Mild to Wild gift certificate less $200 per person.
Less than 45 days, unfortunately there will be no refund. Substitutions/name changes are allowed.
RoamRight Travel Insurance is recommended to help cover unforeseen circumstances, such as cancelled flights, sickness or medical evacuations.
Guests needing to be evacuated from the canyon will be charged a minimum of $1,000 per person.

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 $60 Apache Tribal Land Access Fee.

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

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