Grand Canyon River Rafting
The Grand Canyon is one of the most popular national parks
in the world. People travel from as far as Japan to hike, raft or
simply observe this canyon that defies description. Even pictures do
not capture the immensity. From painting to a mule ride, Grand Canyon activities have a vast range of scope.
One of the more intense things to do is Grand Canyon river rafting.
Although it may look placid when viewed from a mile away at the rim of
the canyon, the Colorado River is wide, deep, swift and has many
dangerous whirlpools, rapids and eddies.
Traveling the entire length of the canyon in an inflatable raft can take upwards of three weeks,
each day a strenuous workout. Grand Canyon river rafting can be
undertaken by almost any age group, and provides a unique family
experience. Although the river is deadly
for any person who falls in without a flotation device, wearing life
jackets while on the raft significantly lessens the risk of drowning.
Even so, knowing how to swim is an extremely valuable skill and is
required by most companies.
Options for a rafting expedition vary widely. The entire canyon is over 250 miles long, and many people simply do not have the time to raft under paddle power for that long. Motorized inflatables
can make the trip in as little as a week, but are generally more
expensive than paddling. Other popular options include a trip through
only a portion of the canyon. Many trips combine the immensely popular Bright Angel trail and the Colorado River. Participants hike the 10 miles to the river and then raft to a departure point.
Whatever your choice of trip, register with WorldsBestTraveling and talk to other outdoor enthusiasts about the Grand Canyon.
