Moab Afternoon 1/2 Day Rafting Trip

Colorado River

About This Trip

The best way to beat the heat is to blanch it! When Moab’s midday temperatures start to climb, an afternoon float trip on the Colorado River is exactly where you want to be.

This is the best way to see Moab’s towering red rock walls and the scenic beauty of Castle Valley. Long, calm water sections allow time to relax and soak in the scenery, and a few Class II rapid sections provide a well deserved splash to cool off.

Those looking to get a great workout and more splashes should consider opting for an inflatable kayak for this trip! Afternoon 1/2 day trips on the Colorado River start at $79.00.

Return to the Moab White Water Rafting page to view all trip options.

Moab, UT Rafting - Castle Valley

Overview

Season

Late March – October

Restrictions

Raft: Ages 4+

Single Inflatable Kayak: Ages 12+

Double Inflatable Kayak: Ages 8+ with adult

Class of Rapids

I & II

Meet Time

1:30PM

Return

5:30PM

Boat Options

Standard Raft - Up to 10 guests

Premium Raft - Up to 6 guests

Single Person Kayak- 1 guest per kayak

Two Person Kayak - 2 guests per kayak

Book Your Trip

Afternoon 1/2 Day Moab Rafting Trip

Trip Planning

Itinerary & Map

1:30 PM

Meet at 745 Kane Creek Blvd. Moab, UT 84532.

Check in, sign release forms and get dressed for the river!

Take a 30-45-minute scenic shuttle to the river for safety orientation and rafting instructions.

Hit the river!

Relax and take in the scenes of Castle Valley and enjoy Utah rafting on the famous Colorado River!

Tackle a Class II rapid!

Arrive at the take-out to shuttle back to Moab.

5:30 PM

Arrive back at the Mild to Wild Office

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

$99

Youth

$79

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 4+

Per Person

$129

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+

Adult (14+)

$129

Youth (12-13)

$129

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.

Adult (14+)

$129

Youth (8-13)

$129

Reviews from our Guests

    
 
 
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   Jim Wade 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was an amazing experience.Jared the guide stopped along the way and explained all the amazing sights that we came to. Highly recommend this trip to everyone.
  
 
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   Christopher Teaf 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent in every respect
  
 
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   Cindy McCullough 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our guide was Jay. He was great. Lots of beautiful views and a history lesson along the way. Thank you 🥰
  
 
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   Kimber R 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic!!! The experienced guides made it especially enjoyable. Anthony D. went above and beyond to help coach and encourage me as a first time white water kayaker. He is awesome!! Highly recommend! Highlight of my trip!!
  
 
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   Chris Joyce 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Peyton and Dillon were our guides for our trip. They were friendly and professional. We had a great time!
  
 
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   Deanna Myers 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our guide, Miles, was very knowledgeable. It was a great trip. Would give it 4.5 stars only because it wasn't a jeep and there were 11 people.  We were all compatible, but that is not always the case with a group that large. Overall, the trip was great.
  
 
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   Mr. Debatable 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Such an amazing trip today our tour guide miles was beyond amazing he answered every single one of my questions even though I had about 10,000. He was extremely knowledgeable and courteous and made our trip that much more memorable. I would highly recommend to anyone going to the area and I will definitely do another tour next time I visit
  
 
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   Melody Urso 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I did the Mesa Verde Tour with lunch and Ann Rapp, our guide, was the best! She not only provided us with in-depth information, history and theories about the sites we were seeing, but also took a lot of time at some of the less “popular” dwellings so we could understand the varied communities. I can’t speak highly enough of our tour and I think this is an ideal way to experience a broader picture of Mesa Verde and its history.
  
 
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   Krystal Folsom 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tim paid close attention to our conversation on the way to the trail from Durango to Silverton Colorado and used what he learned about us to create the perfect off-roading experience. The route was exciting, scenic, and perfectly suited to our interests—a personal touch we truly appreciated. Even the snacks arrived at exactly the right moment! Tim made us feel comfortable, cared for, and completely immersed in the adventure. It was a memorable experience from start to finish, and we highly recommend both Tim and Mild to Wild!
  
 
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   Alan Phillips 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an absolutely great time! Tim was our tour guide and he was awesome! Tim was very personable, very informative and super nice. He made sure to keep us hydrated and was always at our need. I highly, highly recommend this tour, this guide and this company!

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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
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 stuff listed below
Sunscreen
Snacks
Camera with waterproof case

How To Dress For Desert Rafting Trips – Protect Yourself From The Elements

Important Considerations

Changing rooms and bathrooms are limited at our boatyard, so we encourage guests to come in their river getup beforehand!
We sell small waterproof bags if you would like to bring some snacks for your trip. We recommend bringing a water bottle, and have water to refill it if needed. The water bottle and bag will sit in the bottom of the boat by your feet.
Castle Valley is continuously being sculpted by wind, so expect these desert gales on your trip— particularly in the afternoon.
The rapids in Castle Valley are mild and interspersed between long flat-water sections. If you want level up on the adventure and exercise, consider choosing your own destiny in an inflatable kayak!
There are some logistics for the guides before and after your time on the water, so there’s some waiting involved. We appreciate your understanding in advance!