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Ride Waves, Make Memories

Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Glen Canyon with our family-friendly Horseshoe Bend Rafting Trips. Perfect for ages 4 and up, this adventure offers stunning views of canyon walls and tranquil river waters.
Horseshoe Bend Rafting Trip

A Relaxing Raft Ride

Sit back, relax, and enjoy an unforgettable journey down the Colorado River with chilled water provided.
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See and experience all 10 miles of our Horseshoe Bend Rafting Trip in just a half-day! It's a must-see addition to your exploration of the American Southwest.

Your trip begins in Page, AZ with boarding our bus and driving to Lee's Ferry. Once at Lee's Ferry join your guide on your raft for the morning. You will start your trip by motoring up to Petroglyph Beach and its fascinating archeological site. Look up in awe at the soaring cliffs above Horseshoe Bend as you learn the stories of the Ancestral Puebloan people who lived in the area. Enjoy floating while taking in the views of Glen Canyon. Afterward, you'll enjoy a bus ride back from Lees Ferry to Page, passing the Vermillion Cliffs, Marble Canyon, Navajo Bridge, and geologic wonders along the way.

The Half-Day Horseshoe Bend Rafting Trip is open to guests ages four and up. Book your spot now!

NOTE: We require 8 full-fare passengers to operate a half-day trip. Should that minimum not be reached, the trip will be canceled. See Rafting Trip Policies.

Half-Day Rafting Trip Pricing

Adult (ages 16+) $129.00
Children (ages 4-15) $113.82

*Price does NOT include park entrance fee of $15.00.

Half-Day Rafting Trip Schedule

Trip Dates Check-In *Departure Return
3/1/25 - 5/15/25 Saturday - Sunday 9:15 am 10:00 am 3:00 pm
5/16/25 - 9/30/25 Saturday - Sunday 7:15 am 8:00 am 1:00 pm
5/16/25 - 9/30/25 Saturday - Sunday 10:45 am 11:30 am 4:30 pm
6/1/25 - 7/30/25 Saturday - Sunday 7:15 am 8:00 am 1:00 pm
6/1/25 - 7/30/25 Saturday - Sunday 10:45 am 11:30 am 4:30 pm
- 2:15 pm 3:00 pm 8:00 pm
8/1/25 - 9/30/25 Saturday - Sunday 7:15 am 8:00 am 1:00 pm
8/1/25 - 9/30/25 Saturday - Sunday 10:45 am 11:30 am 4:30 pm
10/1/25 - 11/2/25 Saturday - Sunday 9:15 am 10:00 am 3:00 pm

*River Headquarters is located at 199 Kaibab Rd. Page, AZ 86040. Trips depart promptly at the scheduled departure time, the bus will not wait. Please arrive 45 minutes before departure time for check-in.

*Bus return time will vary dependent on traffic.

Important Information

On the day of your scheduled trip, please bring with you the Passenger Acknowledgement Waiver signed. This will help our check-in process move much more efficiently for you and your guests.

Passenger Acknowledgement Waiver

Rafting Trips with Wilderness River Adventures

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Directions

From Lake Powell to Wilderness River Adventures

8.3 Miles | 15 Minute Drive - no traffic

  • From Lake Shore Drive head southwest towards Wahweap Blvd.
  • Turn right onto Wahweap Blvd.
  • Turn left on Lake Shore Dr.
  • Turn left on US-89 South
  • Turn left on South Lake Powell Blvd.
  • Turn right on Kaibab Rd.

Bring

Guests will be limited to bringing the following items in a 20" day bag or small backpack

  • Camera and/or Selfie Stick
  • Sunblock & Lip Balm
  • Water & Other Drinks
  • Rain Cover & Other Cold Weather Garments
  • Food & Snacks
  • Hard shell cooler will not be allowed
  • Medication
  • Binoculars
  • Personal Items: Keys, Wallets, Passports

Don't Bring

Items NOT allowed on Bureau of Reclamation Property

Guns or Ammunition

It is illegal to have in possession firearms on Federal property regardless of concealed carry permit or Law Enforcement officers not on official duty (with family or vacation).

  • Knives
  • Chemical Weapons IE - OC Spray etc.
  • Tasers
  • Metal Grooming Tools
  • Glass Containers
  • Alcohol 
  • Cigarette Lighter or Matches
  • Illegal Drugs or Drug Paraphernalia
  • Payment Policy
  • Cancellation Poicy
  • Minimum Passenger Policy
  • Pet Policy
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