Half-Day Lower Salt River Rafting Tour

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Overview

Float down the Lower Salt River on a guided flatwater rafting trip and discover a scenic and relaxing desert oasis just outside Phoenix and Scottsdale. Swim, play, or just relax on the river and soak in the scenery. This is a family-friendly activity with options to please everyone. A little paddling is required, but your guide will steer the boat and provide fascinating information about the surrounding Sonoran Desert. A reliable source of water, the Salt River attracts a variety of wildlife, making it common for us to enjoy close encounters with animals in their natural habitat

Tours take about four hours including the drive to/from the river and the duration of the tour. Bottled water and snacks, raft/paddles, a life jacket, dry bags, round-trip transportation and National Forest entry fees are included in this trip.

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What's Included

  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Meeting Location (Canal/Hawes PNR: 3055 N Power Rd.  Mesa, AZ 85215)
  • Guide gratuities are optional but appreciated.
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3055 North Power Road
Mesa, AZ 85212, USA

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Salt River (pass by)

Raft down a beginner‐friendly river with Cliff Creek Outfitters' guided raft tours on the Lower Salt River just outside Phoenix and Scottsdale. This class I river (the easiest rating on the international river difficulty scale) provides some of the best opportunities for viewing wildlife and bird watching in the Southwest. We often see wild horses and bald eagles during our tour! Your guides are available to teach you the natural history of the area and give you expert paddling instruction.We select our launch locations based on the current water flow to provide you with the best experience so our start and end points vary throughout the year. Water temperatures may range from approx. 60 degrees F in the winter to low 80 degrees in the summer months. Swimming is possible year‐round but it can be a bit bracing in January!
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum weight of 35 lbs is required
  • We require solo-travelers to pay the minimum of the 4-person price. If you are a solo traveler and would like to be added on to a pre-formed group for this tour, please mention this upon booking.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers

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Q: Will I get seasick on Half-Day Lower Salt River Rafting Tour?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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54 reviews

Average 4.67 out of 5 stars based on 54 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: Will I get seasick on Half-Day Lower Salt River Rafting Tour?
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

Feb 2023
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Half-Day Lower Salt River Rafting Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (MST).
  • This adventure requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Snacks.
  • Bottled water.
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Meeting Location (Canal/Hawes PNR: 3055 N Power Rd.  Mesa, AZ 85215).
  • PFD (life jacket), dry bags.
  • Fuel surcharge.
  • Raft & paddles.
  • Professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Guide gratuities are optional but appreciated.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this adventure?
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The minimum age to participate is 4. This adventure requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Q: Is this an accessible adventure?
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Accessibility information for the Half-Day Lower Salt River Rafting Tour is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Half-Day Lower Salt River Rafting Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Top10Adventures®. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Roundtrip Transportation from Meeting Location (Canal/Hawes PNR: 3055 N Power Rd.  Mesa, AZ 85215)
  • PFD (life jacket), dry bags
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Raft & paddles
  • Professional guide
  • Guide gratuities are optional but appreciated.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A minimum of 4 people per booking is required
  • A minimum weight of 35 lbs is required
  • We require solo-travelers to pay the minimum of the 4-person price. If you are a solo traveler and would like to be added on to a pre-formed group for this tour, please mention this upon booking.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers

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  • This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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