(EMAILWIRE.COM, March 24, 2011 ) GRAND CANYON, Ariz--This 13-day Grand Canyon rafting trip traverses 225 miles through the Grand Canyon in Arizona River RunnerÂ’s oar powered rafts. It is the longest trip whitewater rafting through the Grand Canyon that Arizona River Runners offers and provides travelers with an unparalleled and exhilarating Grand Canyon experience.
The trip starts in Marble Canyon, AZ or Las Vegas, NV if guests choose to use Arizona River RunnerÂ’s optional transportation package. This 13 Day Grand Canyon Oar trip offers the most intimate river experience. The oar-powered boats take 4 passengers at a time on the ultimate river rafting experience, combined with abundant time for side-canyon exploration and bonding with the natural grandeur of the canyon. This is the closest thing to reliving the pioneering expedition of the famous John Wesley Powell.
Rafters will "shoot" through famous rapids such as House Rock, Hance, Horn, Hermit, Crystal, and Lava Falls. Some off river explorations might include Redwall Cavern, Elves Chasm, Deer Creek Falls, The Little Colorado, and Havasau Creek among other breath-taking excursions. In the late afternoon, guests set up camp, relax, and share stories about the daysÂ’ adventures with new friends. As the sun sets over the mighty walls of the Canyon, guests can settle in for a good nightÂ’s sleep under the spectacular starry sky.
The trip ends on the 13th morning at Diamond Creek with transportation to nearby Peach Springs, AZ. Optional ground transportation will return guests to Las Vegas, NV, or they can arrange for their own transportation from the ending point. For rates and information about any of Arizona River RunnerÂ’s rafting trips, visit www.raftarizona.com .
