We think our blog is a pretty darn good tool for potential guests, or for folks already booked on one of our Grand Canyon rafting trips. Hopefully, since you're here, you looked around a little bit. Did you notice our blog has a search tool? You can plug any number of words or phrases in there and, … Read More
We get lots of first-time campers on our Grand Canyon river trips. The good news is, while it is wilderness camping, we provide all the gear you need and our guides are exceptionally good at helping nervous newbies acclimate to a foreign environment! The guides will show you how to set up the tents … Read More
While everyone on the GCW team -- from our office staff to our warehouse crew to your river guides -- does their absolute best to ensure your trip of a lifetime goes off without a hitch (and we think we're pretty dang dialed in, for the most part!), there are some things that are just beyond our … Read More
If you've talked with me on the phone before and asked anything about clothes on the river, I've probably given you my sermon on camp clothes vs. river clothes. It goes a little something like this: (!) River Clothes: I always wear the same thing every day on the boats. Usually, that is a long … Read More
Not if you're me, and not if you're our average adult guest! Many folks who are considering our Hike In or Hike Out trips make this erroneous assumption. It's true that young folks often have an easier time hiking down than up but, if you've ever had joint pain -- or if your muscles just aren't … Read More
Our warehouse team is in full swing, gearing up for the start of the season! In early March, guides and warehouse crew members begin Spring work: rigging the boats, stocking the first-aid kits and the kitchen and lunch boxes, checking all the gear -- tents, dry bags, sleeping bags -- and making sure … Read More
When you're on your river trip, you might start to see a bit of a pattern when it comes to what kind of clothing the guides wear. Primarily this is: long sleeves and hoods. It is always beneficial to take tips from the guys and gals that make the Grand Canyon their office, so you might want to … Read More
You saw it on your packing list ... and you might be wondering just what the heck we're talking about. The concept is pretty straightforward: a sunglasses retention strap is something that attaches to your sunglasses and keeps them from falling into the river or getting blown off your face in the … Read More
Nancy Brian, a former Grand Canyon river guide, NPS biologist, and just all-around awesome lady, recently updated her phenomenal book, River to Rim. The second edition contains even more fascinating details about all the incredible places you'll encounter in Grand Canyon, from Lake Powell to Lake … Read More
Ladies, I know you are thinking about “the facilities” on your Grand Canyon rafting trip. I'll give you a few tips on how to go #1 during the day. (Note: When we are in camp, there will be a different option) My first river trip was when I was 7, and I went with my dad. I have now been on many … Read More
Grand Canyon Whitewater
PO Box 2848, Flagstaff, Arizona 86003
United States of America
info@grandcanyonwhitewater.com
800-343-3121
This service is operated by Grand Canyon Whitewater, LLC., a Concessioner under contract with the U.S. Government and administered by the National Park Service. The Concessioner is responsible for conducting these operations in a satisfactory manner. Prices are approved by the National Park Service.
