raft types Motorized Raft Trips Most popular & comfortable option-see more canyon in fewer days Oar-Powered Raft Trips Slower-paced trips where a guide rows—great for scenery and hiking. Paddle Raft Trips Teamwork-focused rafting—you paddle with a guide's help. Hybrid Raft Trips Mix of oar and paddle boats in the same trip—flexible and social. Dory Trips Historic wooden boats with a splashy, nimble ride. Trip Itineraries by Section & Raft Type Detailed trip options by raft, region, and duration. Canyon Routes FULL CANYON Experience the Entire Grand Canyon — Mile 0 to the Final Take-Out UPPER CANYON From Marble Canyon to Phantom Ranch — Classic Rapids, Hidden Side Canyons & Sunrise Magic LOWER CANYON From Phantom Ranch to Lava Falls — The Canyon at Its Most Powerful WESTERN CANYON Short. Accessible. Scenic. The Most Convenient Way to Raft the Grand Canyon. Full vs Partial Canyon Trips Learn the key differences between full, upper, lower, and western routes. trip length 1/2 Day Smooth Water float Trips Smooth Water Rafting & Kayaking Near Grand Canyon one day / whitewater raftinG Scenic floats without rapids—ideal for families or short stays. 3–5 Day Grand Canyon Rafting Trips Each of the 3–5 day itineraries has a completely different “feel.” 6–9 Day Grand Canyon Trips A Perfect Balance of Time, Variety, and Adventure 12–18 Day Grand Canyon Rafting Trips The Longest, Deepest, and Most Immersive River Expeditions in the Canyon