Best Rafting and Water Activities in the Grand Canyon

Tour the Grand Canyon's many rivers on a whitewater rafting trip. Take a dive in a swimming hole. Or go fishing.

Water from Royal Arch Creek tumbles into Elves Chasm.

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Rafting scenic Black Canyon near Hoover Dam

Relax as experienced guides lead you on a breathtaking journey through towering canyon walls that often rise 2,000 feet above you.

Relaxing while rafting on the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. Photo by Whit Richardson

Deciding to take a Colorado River trip is easy. The tricky part is making that dream a reality. Sixteen companies offer trips through the Grand Canyon.

Watch as the raft overturns at 0:49. Luckily no one was hurt. I'm sure their adrenaline was pumping. The crew that filmed this remarked that the water was very low making the rapids more hazardous.

Lees Ferry - Mile 0 for rafting in the Grand Canyon

Lees Ferry: Drive to the banks of the Colorado River

There's nothing like standing in the river as its currents surround you and pass you by. The Grand Canyon region is full of world-class rivers that provide visitors with a great abundance and variety of fishing opportunities.

Rafting the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon

To really experience the Grand Canyon, you need to get to the bottom of it, and there is no better way to do that than to float down the Colorado River.

Drive up to the banks of the Colorado River via Lees Ferry.

Rafting Grand Canyon comes with 160 sets of rapids and the constant prospect of going for a swim.

Rafting trip through the Grand Canyon on the Colorado River. Photo by Whit Richardson

Rafting Grand Canyon can change your life. Here are the essential details to plan the ultimate trip including skills, seasons, and rafting outfitters.

Grand Canyon rafting trip with Hualapai River Runners

Join Hualapai River Runners for an unforgettable day rafting through the western end of the Grand Canyon and taking a helicopter to its rim.

Set off on an outdoor adventure with the comforts of home at hand and explore 2,000 miles of shoreline with incredible scenery at your own pace.

Learn about the Grand Canyon's Colorado River and go on your own virtual journey without leaving home. Not as much fun as actually doing it, but very cool nonetheless.