When planning your river adventure with us, where you stay before (and possibly after) your trip can make a big difference in convenience and comfort. We have a handful of partner hotels and lodges that we recommend because they are strategically located for easy access to our trip starting points. Staying at these locations isn’t required, but it can simplify your travel and ensure a smooth start to your adventure.

For trips that begin early in the morning, proximity to our pick-up or meeting points is especially important. If you’re starting your rafting trip from a location that requires an early shuttle or hike, staying nearby is strongly recommended. This helps you avoid stress in the morning, reduces travel uncertainty, and ensures you won’t miss the start of your trip.

Some starting locations allow more flexibility. For example, if your trip begins in areas with later start times or multiple lodging options nearby, you have more freedom to stay at alternative hotels, hostels, or campgrounds. However, you’ll need to plan ahead to make sure you can reach our meeting point on time, as shuttles cannot wait for late arrivals. Missing a shuttle means missing your river trip.

Our recommended partner hotels and lodges were chosen for their convenience, comfort, and alignment with our trip logistics. Staying at these locations is designed to make your experience smoother, safer, and more enjoyable. We provide all the details you need for booking pre- and post-trip accommodations well in advance, and we strongly encourage you to make reservations as soon as you receive this information.

In short, while you have some flexibility depending on your trip location, following our lodging recommendations is the easiest way to ensure a stress-free start and end to your river adventure.

Our shuttle bus waiting in front of our recommended Flagstaff hotel.