Las Vegas can be a perfect starting point to experience whitewater rafting adventures in the Grand Canyon segment of the mighty Colorado River. Here, you have a choice of exploring the Canyon?s southern or northern rim as well as the eastern portion of the Grand Canyon. From your hotel in Las Vegas, you will be taken to the Grand Canyon by a van from one of the many travel and tour providers that serve the Grand Canyon area. Your first stopover will be at Kingman in Arizona where you will have a hearty breakfast. On your way to Kingman, you will be passing by the marvelous and truly breathtaking engineering wonder Hoover Dam. From Kingman, you take Route 66 towards Peach Springs, right in the heart of the Hualapai Indian settlement. From Peach Springs, you will then take your descent via Diamond Creek Road to reach the bottom of the Canyon.
Upon reaching the bank of the Colorado River, you will be met by your whitewater river guide. He will provide a few quick tips on maintaining safety in the entire whitewater river rafting trip. Listen to all the instructions so you will know what to do. Your life literally de pends on it. You will then board a motorized whitewater river raft to cover greater lengths of the Colorado River. This portion of the Colorado is home to Class II and Class III whitewater. This means that there will be some portions of rough cruising. There will be considerable drops of a few feet which should be perfect for introducing you to the world of whitewater river rafting. If you have a child with you, do take note that he needs to be at least 8 years old in order to be allowed to board the craft.
After enjoying the thrill and excitement of shooting some of the moderately categorized rapids, you will be taking a break. Depending on where you stopped, you can take in more of the breathtaking scenery of the Grand Canyon. You can try venturing into some of its travertine waterfalls or even hidden caves and refreshing springs. After the break, you will resume your river journey. Upon reaching Quartermaster Canyon, your river journey ends. You will be airlifted via helicopter towards Grand Canyon West. The helicopter ride gives you one fantastic bird’s eye view of the majestic nature of the Grand Canyon. From there, you will then be transported back to your hotel in Las Vegas using the tour facility?s vehicle. So, if you are planning to go to Las Vegas for whitewater rafting adventure several days of absolute fun and entertainment, make sure to visit the Grand Canyon. If you are looking for a smooth water float trip and will be in Page, AZ, Advantage Grand Canyon can help you with this as well.
For those who are looking to travel from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon, there are plenty of options available. Which one is preferred depends on how you wish to view the Canyon, and how much you are willing to spend. Although trips can be booked in advance prior to leaving for a vacation, any hotel reception will be more than happy to help arrange a trip. The first decision to be made is whether you want to go to the West Rim or the South Rim. The West Rim is the closest and offers the overhanging glass floored Skywalk. This recent addition to the canyon has proved to be extremely successful. Although a little pricey, it is well worth the money as standing over the Canyon is an experience never to be forgotten. The South Rim has some wonderful views, but it is a long drive. Another way of getting from Las Vegas to The Grand Canyon is by air. There are two options for the tourists. One option is to take a helicopter flight to the Canyon and enjoy some of the scenery by hovering over specific areas while taking pictures. The other flying option is by small plane, which flies along the Canyon. There are pros and cons to both of these. The helicopter costs quite a bit, but it can land on the Canyon Rim and hang around points of interest. The plane is a lot cheaper as it fits in more people, but you only get one look at everything.
If you decide to take a road trip from Las Vegas to The Grand Canyon, then either hire a car, or go on one of the coach trips that are organized. Taking a car means finding your own way, and paying the fees as you travel, whereas a coach trip is one fee with everything included. For comfort and a less stressful journey, the latter option is the best. Regardless of how you get to the canyon, it will be something that you never forget. Book a great rafting trip with us now for your next Grand Canyon adventure!
