Half Day Whitewater Kayaking

Guided

Duration: 4 hours

Moab

Features

On the Water

Beginner Friendly

Shuttle Included

Locally Owned

Instant Book

$85 Adult

(Ages 16+)

$75 Child

(Ages 10-15)

Description

KAYAK DOWN THE COLORADO RIVER - HALF DAY WHITEWATER KAYAKING

On this half-day river adventure, you will paddle an inflatable kayak through novice and intermediate rapids while experiencing the beauty of Utah’s towering red rocks from the water. The five-mile stretch of the Colorado River where you will be paddling features class II and class III rapids from beginning to end, starting at Onion Creek Rapid and continuing into the moderate (but still exhilarating!) Fisher Towers section of the river. Paddle Moab’s knowledgeable guides provide instruction and direction on this two-and-a-half-hour paddle, so prior kayaking experience, although helpful, is not required.

Duration of Adventure

4 hours total, approximately 2.5 hours spent on the water.

Location / Where to Meet

Paddle Moab

44 West 200 North, Moab, Utah 84532

Meet up location

Paddle Moab is about a 30-minute drive from the kayak put-in site. Participants will be driven by the outfitter in vans to the Colorado River. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled start time.

Ages

10+

Participants ages 17 and under should be accompanied by an adult.

What’s Included

Guide
Dry Bag
A 1:4 maximum guide to client ratio
Detailed instruction
Inflatable kayak and paddle
Coast Guard-approved life vest
Helmet
Extra water in the van

Not Included

Meals/food
Guide Gratuity

What to Bring / Wear

Wear a swimsuit, sunglasses, sunscreen, and other sun protection. Bring a water bottle and snacks if desired.

About the Outfitter

For more than a decade, Paddle Moab has been a premier source for kayaking, rafting, paddleboarding, and canyoneering adventures in eastern Utah. With services ranging from boat and gear rentals to guided day trips to overnight river excursions, this family-owned company caters towards expeditions for folks of all ability levels. Josh Surkes founded the company in 2012 after working as a guide for many years at Red River Adventures. Josh and the rest of the Surkes family’s love for sharing the canyons and rivers near Moab comes through in their carefully-planned trip routes and through the thoughtful instruction and leadership of the company’s guides. Besides teaching participants the skills needed for whitewater paddling, Paddle Moab’s guides also aim to entertain and educate folks about the environment surrounding them throughout each trip.

ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Paddle Moab

FAQs

Is transportation/shuttle to the start of the adventure included?

Yes, vans will transport participants to the kayak put-in site from Paddle Moab’s office.

What is the weather policy?

Customers will receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

Do I need previous experience to do the activity?

No.

Are there any weight restrictions for participants?

No.

Do I need to know how to swim?

Knowing how to swim is recommended but not required. The life vests provided are coast guard approved and will keep you afloat in the event you fall overboard.

Should I tip my guide?

Tipping is appreciated, but not expected.

Can I bring my camera or other personal belongings on the trip?

Personal items may get wet if brought onto a boat or lost if a boat tips, but participants can bring along cameras, phones, etc. at their own discretion.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations: Trips may be cancelled up to 48 hours before the scheduled trip to obtain a full refund. Cancellation made 48 hours or less before scheduled trip is not eligible for refunds and are considered paid in full.

Rescheduling: If there are open times, you may reschedule up to 48 hours prior to your scheduled trip. If there are no open times, cancellation terms will apply.

No Shows: There is no refund or re-scheduling for no-show lessons.

Weather delays: All trips will take place at their scheduled time as long as the weather permits. Paddle Moab reserves the right to postpone at their discretion due to weather or conditions they deem unsafe. If conditions or weather prevent the trip from taking place, the lesson will be reschedule for future convenient time or card will be refunded.