Upper Grand Canyon 4 Days

What's Included?

• Charter Flight from Las Vegas to Page (Day Before Trip Starts)
• Waterproof bag for clothing
• Sleeping bag, cot & ground tarp
• Camp chairs & tents
• Waterproof box (for camera and items used during the day) 5.5" X 7" X 11"
• Non-alcoholic beverages (including diet and caffeine free sodas)
• All meals while on the river, prepared with fresh meat and produce
• Utensils, plates and a souvenir "Wilderness River Adventures" cup
• Meet & Greet the evening prior to your trip
• Bus transportation from Lake Powell Resort in Page to Lees Ferry

Join us on a shortened adventure of one of the most sought after rafting destinations in the world, the Grand Canyon. This trip covers the first 88 miles of the Colorado River, and ends with an epic hike out of the canyon. Marvel at pristine waterfalls, ancient Indian ruins, and infamous red cliff walls raising nearly a mile overhead as you wind your way through one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World. A journey of a lifetime, experience the Grand Canyon as it was meant to be. Your trip is not measured in hours and minutes, only sun up until sun down. Experience the rafting adventure of a lifetime!

Pre Departure Day

Please plan to arrive in Las Vegas before 12pm the day prior to your start date and shuttle will pick you up at the McCarran airport and transfer you to Boulder City for a charter flight to page. If you would like your accommodation this evening arranged for you, Adventurehero can book you a room at Lake Powell Resorts and Marina for an additional cost. We will host a welcome briefing in the evening, answering any last minute questions as you get acquainted with your fellow rafters and guide.

Day 1: On the River (Launch Day)

In the morning, we depart for our launch point at Lees Ferry. Adventure Hero will provide a chartered bus that will take you the 2 hours from Lake Powell Resort to the banks of the Colorado River. From here, your guide will lead you on a 3 day journey through the expanses of the Grand Canyon.

Days 2 - 3: Typical Day on the River

Wake up to the smell of freshly-brewed cowboy coffee - sounds of rushing water mingled with the murmur of sleepy voices echoing through the grotto's of the canyon walls. Breakfast is hot and hearty - or as light as you want. After breakfast you will be asked to form a "bucket line" to help load the gear back on the boats and then the Colorado River beckons and you are off once again experiencing the rush of adrenaline as you continue on your journey back in time. Enjoy spectacular white water of major rapids, such as House Rock Rapid, Hermit Rapid, Sockdolager, Crystal Rapid and Lava Falls - you will see and enjoy dozens of additional sights including Vasey's Paradise, Redwall Caverns, The Little Colorado, and Havasu Creek as well as stretches of calm water where you will relax in the warm sun and enjoy breathtaking scenery. Photographic opportunities abound in the upper canyon. Lunch on the Colorado River; build your own sandwiches, with chips, cookies, fruit and soft drinks. Relax, read a book or perhaps hike or fish before shoving off again for an afternoon of thrills and surprises. Late afternoon finds you at camp for the evening. Again you will be asked to help unload the gear from the boats. As your crew sets up the camp kitchen everyone finds their ideal camp spot and sets up their "home" for the night. Later, you relax with a cool drink and hors d' oeuvres and get better acquainted with your fellow river companions - as dinner sizzles on the grill. After dinner, watch the sun set, join in the conversation of the group, and listen to the quiet of the canyon as you settle into your sleeping bag under a blanket of stars. Tomorrow brings another magical day on the Colorado River.

Day 4: Final Day

Our expedition terminates deep within the Grand Canyon's inner gorge at Boat Beach. We arrive early in the morning to take advantage of the cool morning temperatures for our 10 mile hike out of the Grand Canyon, ascending 5000 feet in elevation from the river to the rim. This is a very strenuous hike, so make sure you have at least 4 liters of water and are in great physical shape. After 8 to 10 hours of breathtaking scenery ascending the canyon walls, enjoy the expansive and amazing views from the top of the canyon rim.

Arrival: Transportation Options

This trip starts from Page, Arizona. We include a charter flight from Las Vegas the day before the trip starts or you can make your own way to Page, Arizona.

Accommodation at Lake Powell Resort

We can arrange accommodation at the Lake Powell Resort near Page the night before the trip starts. Rates are $142.49 (April 1st to May 20th) / $187.18 (May 21 to June 30th & Sept 16th to Oct 31st) / $220.69 (July 1st - Sept 15th). Please let us know as soon as possible as rooms fill up quickly.

Departure: Transport

On the last day of the rafting trip you need to hike out of the Grand Canyon which can take from 8 to 12 hours. Most guests will opt to book a night at the South Rim before continuing. If you started the trip by driving to Page you should arrange a car shuttle service to drop your car at the South Rim. If you flew in from Vegas you will need to arrange your own flight from the South Rim (Contact: Bar 10 Transportation 435-628-4010). The return flight to Vegas is not included in the price.

Gratuities

We recommend 10% to 12% of the cost of your trip. This can be given by cash or check made out to the trip leader on the last evening of your river trip.

Cancellation Policy

$300 non-refundable deposit per person is required. Final payment is due 60 days prior to trip departure date. Once your final payment is paid, the trip cost is non-refundable. Transfering to another date in the same year is allowed up to 60 days prior to trip departure for a service charge of $50 per person.