What about snakes and bugs?



Being a desert environment, mosquitoes and flying insects are not a bit problem. Snakes and scorpions are seldom seen. But most trips will thrill to the sight of Desert Big Horn sheep and many canyon birds.Just about anyone of reasonable health and fitness can go rafting. Children must be least eight years old and weigh at least 55 pounds in order to ride Class 3 rapids. Young people must be at least 14 years old to ride Class 4 rapids. We do not suggest taking a rafting trip if you are pregnant, extremely overweight, or have back or heart problems.

What are the toilet facilities on the river trip?

Portable toilets are available at Peach Springs airport, the boat launching area and at Grand Canyon West.Bungee jumping and white water rafting (grades 4 and less) are normally covered by Good 2 Go! polices, providing these activities are conducted by a genuine licensed commercial operator. Black water and grade 5/6 rafting are considered extreme risk activities and as such would not be covered by Good 2 Go!.

How do I judge the difficulty of a river?

The rivers and rapids have been classified to help you gauge their difficulty on a scale of I to VI; Class I means the easiest flat water and Class VI means unrunnable. This is an objective scale, but the ratings of a river can change depending on water levels and conditions. We also have a simple guide for the sections we run: Beginner and Intermediate sections are appropriate for all ages & abilities. Advanced and Advanced+ sections are appropriate for active and aggressive lifestyles.Just about anyone of reasonable health and fitness can go rafting. Children must be least eight years old and weigh at least 55 pounds in order to ride Class 3 rapids. Young people must be at least 14 years old to ride Class 4 rapids. We do not suggest taking a rafting trip if you are pregnant, extremely overweight, or have back or heart problems. Since you will be wearing a safety jacket, being able to swim is not a requirement for taking a White Water Rafting Trip.

Who can paddle whitewater?

Anyone can enjoy whitewater! We have a section of river for all ages and abilities. Our guides are experienced, fun, and knowledgeable river runners who enjoy all levels of rafting. Discuss limitations with our reservation staff and they will place you on the best Colorado whitewater rafting trip to address the circumstances.Being a desert environment, mosquitoes and flying insects are not a bit problem. Snakes and scorpions are seldom seen.

Who will be our guide?

Our guides are qualified with hundreds of miles of river experience. Each guide is a accomplished outdoors person with a background in natural history and the ability to make every river trip a special and memorable experience.A river's difficulty classification lies on a scale from 1 to 6 with 1 being very easy and 6 being unnavigable.

Can I use a camera?

You may want to purchase a disposable, waterproof camera from a local store or your White Water Rafting Outfitter. If you have an exceptionally expensive camera, you will probably want to leave it at home.The packing list is general and is meant to cover all of our trips in all kinds of weather. It merely suggests items to consider for your trip and you bring what will best suit your needs.Being a desert environment, mosquitoes and flying insects are not a bit problem.