2012 RATES & DATES FOR GRAND CANYON RIVER RAFTING

Arizona River Runners Grand Canyon white water rafting trip schedules and prices are organized by type and date. Go directly to the summary of all Grand Canyon River Rafting trips listed by date. You may also read our cancellation policy or get more information about making a rafting trip reservation.

White Water Rafting - Grand Canyon Packages

Arizona River Runners offers the following Grand Canyon river rafting packages. Take advantage of these incredible deals for white water rafting in the Grand Canyon along the Colorado River.

SPRING 2012 - "HIKER'S SPECIAL"

You will enjoy the Canyon in a whole new way as the Spring bloom adds even more color and beauty to an already amazing landscape. All three trip types will allow you more time for additional side canyon hiking and discovery in the milder temperatures of April. Average day time highs range in the mid-80’s and night time lows in the mid-50’s. Some additional physical conditioning is required for the mandatory 7.5 mile hike in or out on the 6 and 7-day trips. (NOTE: This is the only time we will offer these three trip-types during the 2012 season.)

MOTOR POWERED TRIPS

12-DAY MOTOR POWERED HIKER'S SPECIAL

2012 Price - $2,695.00 per person**

April 7-18 2012

The 12-day/11-night adventure travels 225 miles through the Grand Canyon. The trip starts in Marble Canyon, AZ or Las Vegas, NV if you use our optional transportation package. Your trip will end on the 12th morning at Diamond Creek with transportation to nearby Peach Springs, AZ. You can arrange your own transportation from there or select our optional ground transportation that will return you back to Las Vegas, NV.

LAS VEGAS BUS OPTION: Optional $95 per person charge for bus transportation from Las Vegas, NV to Marble Canyon, AZ and your return to Las Vegas, NV at the conclusion of your trip.

6-DAY MOTOR POWERED HIKER'S SPECIAL TRIP (with hike-out)

$1,295.00 per person**

April 7-12 2012

The 6-day/5-night hike-out trip starts with your arrival in Marble Canyon, AZ. This 6-day trip is perfect for those wanting a shorter motor-powered trip with more hiking. Your 6th morning will bring you to Phantom Ranch and the start of your ascent to the South Rim.

LAS VEGAS BUS OPTION: Optional $65 per person charge for bus transportation from Las Vegas, NV to Marble Canyon, AZ the morning the trip starts.(There is no return transportation included with this package.)

7-DAY MOTOR POWERED HIKER'S SPECIAL TRIP (with hike-in)

$1,695.00 per person**

April 12-18 2012

The 7-day/6-night adventure starts with a brisk hike from South Rim, Grand Canyon to the Colorado River. You will travel 135 river miles to your take-out the 7th morning at Diamond Creek. We will provide transportation to nearby Peach Springs, AZ. You can arrange your own transportation from there or select our optional ground transportation that will return you back to Las Vegas, NV.

LAS VEGAS BUS OPTION: Optional $65 per person charge for bus transportation from Peach Springs, AZ back to Las Vegas, NV. (There is no pre-trip transportation included with this package.)

All passengers 16 and older must pay a $12 National Park Entrance Fee, except hike-in passengers.
Prices shown include the 10% Early Season Discount.

OAR POWERED TRIPS

15-DAY OAR POWERED TRIP

$3,195.00 per person**

April 12-26 2012

The 15-day/14-night adventure travels 225 miles through the Grand Canyon. The trip starts in Marble Canyon, AZ or Las Vegas, NV if you use our optional transportation package. Your trip will end on the 15th morning at Diamond Creek with transportation to nearby Peach Springs, AZ. You can arrange your own transportation from there or select our optional ground transportation that will return you back to Las Vegas, NV.

LAS VEGAS BUS OPTION: Optional $95 per person charge for bus transportation from Las Vegas, NV to Marble Canyon, AZ and your return to Las Vegas, NV at the conclusion of your trip.

7-DAY OAR POWERED TRIP (with hike-out)

$1,595.00 per person**

April 12-18 2012

The 7-day/6-night hike-out trip starts with your arrival in Marble Canyon, AZ and covers 87 river miles. This 7-day trip is perfect for those wanting a shorter trip with more hiking. Your 7th morning will bring you to Phantom Ranch and the start of your ascent to the South Rim.

LAS VEGAS BUS OPTION: Optional $65 per person charge for bus transportation from Las Vegas, NV to Marble Canyon, AZ the morning the trip starts. (There is no return transportation included with this package.)

9-DAY OAR POWERED TRIP (with hike-in)

$1,995.00 per person**

April 18-26 2012

The 9-day/8-night adventure starts with a brisk hike from South Rim, Grand Canyon to the Colorado River. You will travel 135 river miles to your take-out the 9th morning at Diamond Creek. We will provide transportation to nearby Peach Springs, AZ. You can arrange your own transportation from there or select our optional ground transportation that will return you back to Las Vegas, NV.

LAS VEGAS BUS OPTION: Optional $65 per person charge for bus transportation from Peach Springs, AZ back to Las Vegas, NV. (There is no pre-trip transportation included with this package.)

All passengers 16 and older must pay a $12 National Park Entrance Fee, except 7-Day hike-in passengers.
Prices shown include the 10% Early Season Discount.

THE 3-DAY ESCAPE

2012 Price - $1,175.00 per person

• (Flight subject to fuel surcharges during periods of fuel price spikes.)
• Plus $12.00 per person National Park Entrance Fee.
• Family Package - All youth 15 & under receive a $100.00 discount when accompanied by an adult on 3-day trips only. Can not be combined with Early Season Discount.

*Early Season Discount - All trips launching before May 15th receive a 10% discount on trip fare!

6-DAY GRAND CANYON

Marble Canyon Package:
2012 Price - $2,350.00 per person

• You depart from Marble Canyon, AZ and are returned to either Marble Canyon, AZ or Las Vegas, NV.
• Plus $12.00 per person National Park Entrance Fee.

Las Vegas Flight Option: Price  $245.00 per person

• Optional air fare for flights from Las Vegas, NV to Marble Canyon, AZ to start your trip.
• (Flights subject to fuel surcharges during periods of fuel price spikes.)
• You will be returned to Las Vegas, NV at the end of the trip as part of our basic package.

*Early Season Discount - All trips launching before May 15th receive a 10% discount on trip fare!

7-DAY GRAND CANYON

Marble Canyon Package:
2012 Price - $2,460.00 per person

• You depart from Marble Canyon, AZ and are returned to either Marble Canyon, AZ or Las Vegas, NV.

• Plus $12.00 per person National Park Entrance Fee.

Las Vegas Flight Option: Price  $245.00 per person

• Optional air fare for flights from Las Vegas, NV to Marble Canyon, AZ to start your trip.
• (Flights subject to fuel surcharges during periods of fuel price spikes.)
• You will be returned to Las Vegas, NV at the end of the trip as part of our basic package.

*Early Season Discount - All trips launching before May 15th receive a 10% discount on trip fare!

8-DAY GRAND CANYON ADVENTURE

2012 Price - $2,495.00 per person

• Plus $12.00 per person National Park Entrance Fee.

Las Vegas Bus Transportation Option:
Price  $95.00 per person
Optional bus fare for transportation from Las Vegas, NV to Marble Canyon, AZ and your return to Las Vegas, NV at the conclusion of your trip.

*Early Season Discount - All trips launching before May 15th receive a 10% discount on trip fare!

6-DAY OAR POWERED TRIP WITH HIKE OUT

2012 Price - $1,820.00 per person

• Plus $12.00 per person National Park Entrance Fee.
• Be aware that this trip requires a 7.5 mile hike out of the Canyon on the Bright Angel Trail (vertical rise from the Colorado River to the South Rim is 4, 500 ft)
• You are responsible for your own lodging at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon after your hike out and for your return transportation

Las Vegas Bus Transportation Option:
Price 65.00 per person

• Optional charge for bus transportation from Las Vegas, NV to Marble Canyon, AZ the morning the trip starts.

*Early Season Discount - All trips launching before May 15th receive a 10% discount on trip fare!

8-DAY OAR POWERED TRIP WITH HIKE-IN

2012 Price - $2,350.00 per person

• Each person responsible to pay $12.00 National Park Entrance Fee when entering the Park
• You are responsible for providing your own transportation to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon and lodging the day before your trip begins.
• Be aware that this trip requires a 7.5 mile hike into the Canyon on the Bright Angel Trail (vertical drop from the South Rim to the Colorado River is 4, 500 ft)

Las Vegas Bus Option:
Price  $65.00 per person

Optional charge for bus transportation from Peach Springs, AZ back to Las Vegas, NV

*Early Season Discount - All trips launching before May 15th receive a 10% discount on trip fare!

13-DAY OAR POWERED TRIP

2012 Price - $3,350.00 per person

• Plus $12.00 per person National Park Entrance Fee.

Las Vegas Bus Transportation Option:
Price  $95.00 per person

• Optional bus fare for transportation from Las Vegas, NV to Marble Canyon, AZ and your return to Las Vegas, NV at the conclusion of your trip.

*Early Season Discount - All trips launching before May 15th receive a 10% discount on trip fare!

SUMMARY OF ALL 2012 TRIPS BY TRIP DATE

*Early Season Discount - All trips launching before May 15th receive a 10% discount on trip fare!

Book Your Trip

Now that you are armed with some of the fundamental answers it is time to give us a call. Our professional staff will guide you through the details of reserving your perfect trip. The dynamics are such that trip availability changes rapidly. To guarantee that you are able to reserve the trip you want, be ready to make your deposit when you call. We accept Visa or MasterCard over the phone and can start processing your reservation with your payment. If you need to send a check, we can put a courtesy hold on your reservation long enough to receive your deposit. After your reservation has been processed, you will receive a confirmation invoice with your trip date, the monies you have on account, the final payoff date and amount as well as the details of our cancellation policy.

Getting Ready To Go

In February of each year, our staff will start sending out your detailed Trip Information Packets. Each packet contains all the vital information you will need including, what we provide, what we suggest you bring, frequently asked questions, logistics and other helpful information for your trip. It is important to READ YOUR PACKET CAREFULLY! Save it, and make a point to read it again as you begin packing for your trip. Our staff will happily answer any questions that need further clarification by calling our main phone number at 1-800-477-7238.