What to Bring On Your Colorado River Rafting Trip?

Grand Canyon Rapids are rated on a 1-10 Scale
Lava Falls is a Class IV to V Rapid Rated 8-10 on the Colorado River Scale

 

The mighty Colorado River offers a fantastic rafting experience to one and all. The sections of the river that flow through Westwater Canyon, Cataract Canyon, and the Grand Canyon are deemed to be some of the most dramatic stretches of river on Earth.  Rafting along the Colorado River will give one memory they will never forget. Floating along in the river one will enjoy the sky-high sandstone cliffs, exciting rapids, and amazing wildlife.

If you are a first-time rafter and are confused as to what to bring along, here are some tips:

  • Swimsuits/shorts that can dry out quickly
  • Raincoat
  • Warm jacket
  • Warm hat and visor
  • Loose and comfortable T-shirts, fleece tops and bottoms, hooded sweatshirts
  • One or two pair of shoes that can stay securely on your feet and will not slip off your feet
  • Sunglasses with neck strap
  • Sunscreen lotion with SPF
  • Flashlight
  • Water bottle
  • Change for buying Souvenirs or postcards of Colorado River and Grand Canyon
  • Fishing gear
  • Camp toys such as cards, Frisbee
  • Soap, shampoo, hand wash toothbrush, toothpaste, and other toiletries (Try to get biodegradable stuff to avoid polluting the river since you would be washing over there)
  • Insect repellent
  • Lightweight binoculars for enjoying the amazing wildlife
  • Camera to capture the special moments of your Colorado river rafting trip

Enjoy Colorado River Rafting Trips and make your time memorable!!

 

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