A relaxed, scenic float on the Colorado just outside Moab — easy enough for kids, beautiful enough for everyone. Guided by a local, family-run outfitter that knows this river.
A fun, family-friendly half-day on the Colorado, perfect for first-time rafters. This scenic seven-mile trip through the Fisher Towers section runs gentle Class I–II rapids past towering canyon walls and striking rock formations, with swim and photo stops along the way. You ride an 18-foot oar raft with licensed, experienced guides, and inflatable kayaks are available by advance reservation if you would rather paddle yourself.
Included: your guide and an 18-foot oar raft, life jackets and river gear, round-trip transport to the river, and ice water and lemonade — plus a riverside buffet lunch on the noon departure. Children must weigh at least 50 lbs to ride.
Family-owned and guided since the beginning — not a seasonal franchise. Every guide trains hard before they run the river with guests, and brings a deep love of this canyon to every trip.
From a calm half-day float to Class III–IV Westwater and multi-day Cataract Canyon, we run the whole river, so we can match the trip to your group.
No cattle-boat crowds. Small groups mean your guide can actually talk to you about the canyon you are floating through.
On overnight trips, dinner off the river grill is a highlight in its own right — not an afterthought in foil.
Water and weather shift fast out here. Every reservation includes free date changes, so you can lock in now.
Book with the outfitter that actually runs the trip. Same-day answers, straight from Moab.
Half-day is where most people start. When you want more river, we go bigger.
Twelve big Class III–IV rapids — Funnel Falls, Skull, Sock It To Me — through a narrow gorge of 1.75-billion-year-old rock, with a beach buffet lunch. Back by evening.
The big one. Legendary rapids and nights on the sand deep in Canyonlands, on our multi-day expeditions.
The same gentle Class I–II water as the half-day over a fuller fourteen-mile run — more river, more swim stops, and a riverside buffet lunch included.
Every rafting trip we run, calm to Class V. Not sure which fits your group? Tell us on the form and a guide will match you to the right one.
Most guests do not come to Moab for just one thing. Pair your river day with a backcountry 4x4 tour through Canyonlands or Arches, or a guided canyoneering descent — all with the one outfitter. Mention it on the form and we will build the itinerary.
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★★★★★Our guide made the whole float feel easy and safe, and the kids did not stop talking about it the rest of the week.
— Verified TripAdvisor Traveler
★★★★★We have rafted with a few outfitters over the years. NAVTEC is the one that actually knows the river and the history behind it.
— Verified TripAdvisor Traveler
★★★★★Booked the half-day on short notice and it was the highlight of our Moab trip. Small group, great guide, unreal scenery.
— Verified Groupon Review
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Yes. The half-day runs calm, Class I–II water and is our most family-friendly trip, open to ages 5 and up. Guides brief everyone before launch and life jackets are provided and required.
A swimsuit or quick-dry clothes, shoes that can get wet, sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses with a strap. We provide life jackets and plenty of cold drinking water. Leave phones and valuables in the vehicle or bring a waterproof case.
Our river season runs roughly mid-March through early November. Summer is warm and popular, especially for the half-day float and early departures. We track conditions daily and will help you pick the best date.
Your guide, raft and paddling gear, life jackets, and cold water are included on every trip. Lunch is included on full-day and multi-day trips. We will confirm exact inclusions for your date when you check availability.
Our rafts are 18 feet long, so they comfortably carry larger groups and keep families together in one boat. If you would rather paddle yourself, we can bring inflatable kayaks (duckies) on request, based on availability — just ask when you book so we can plan ahead.
Absolutely, and many guests do. NAVTEC runs 4x4 tours through Canyonlands and Arches and guided canyoneering, so we can build a multi-day Moab itinerary in one booking. Just mention it on the form below.
Plans in canyon country change fast. We offer free cancellation and date changes up to 24 hours before your trip, based on availability. Optional trip protection is also available at checkout for added flexibility.
