People come on motor trips with us in the Grand
Canyon because they want the comfort and security of a larger motorized raft, a personal group size,
and more time in the Canyon for exploration.
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"S rig" Photo by Ralph Hopkins
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A motor trip is a wonderful way to experience
the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon
on an 8-day or a 10-day whitewater rafting adventure.
Arizona Raft Adventures and Grand Canyon
Discovery take a lot of pride in
producing what we believe is the best motor trip available
in the Grand Canyon at
any price. Our motor trips are perfect for people who
want the sense of security and comfort of a larger raft,
more time in the Canyon for exploration and a moderate group size.
Not only are our rafts roomier than other commercial
motor trips in the Grand Canyon, most of our trips are comprised
of one boat that is held to around 13
passengers. We also have several two boat trips with a maximum of 24
guests. On either a one boat trip or a two boat trip,
our group sizes are smaller than most other motor outfitters.
In addition, your group will remain together
the entire trip without the interruption
of other guests leaving or joining the trip at
exchange points. This
means you get more personal attention from our
guides and bonding with new friends is natural and easy in this setting.
Another bonus of the motorized trip is our ability to carry folding camp chairs (unlike our hybrid and all-paddle trips where raft space is very limited). Finally, Arizona Raft Adventures pioneered the use of quiet, four stroke
engines, and the motors are just big enough to steer our 32-34 foot long
rafts. Our custom designed boat is comfortable
and still offers
excitement through the rapids.
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photo by Rob Elliott
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You see 225 miles of the Colorado River, from the "put-in" location at
Lee's Ferry to the "take-out" location at Diamond Creek. On an 8-day
and a 10-day trip, the pace allows plenty of time to adjust to group needs.
One day we might enjoy an early
camp, another day we spend more time hiking and
playing up side streams and canyons. Side hikes are optional; however,
we encourage you to come along as some of the most spectacular scenery in the Grand Canyon is up
the side canyons.
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"J rig style motor boat" photo by Bob Rink
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We also run motor trips for specialty groups.
If you are looking for a kayak adventure through
the Canyon, contact
Otter Bar Kayak School (contact directly 530.462.4772).
Motorized Specialty Trips |
| 10-Day Yoga Workshop:Yoga instructors and river guides will combine a yoga workshop with a 10-day river trip down the Colorado River through the majestic Grand Canyon. In addition to your river adventure, you will experience yoga sessions in an incredibly peaceful and beautiful location. To read more about this unique opportunity, click here. Call 800-786-7238 to reserve a space on the September 11, 2011 Colorado River Grand Canyon Yoga Workshop. $2,940/person. Maximum 12 spaces.
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| 8-Day Exploritas Trip (formerly known as Elder Hostel) with Northern Arizona University:
Contact
Exploritas
at (928)523-2359 for additional information. |
| 10-Day Natural History Discovery: All of our trips have varying levels of natural history interpretation but this trip is designed for the natural history enthusiast! Join us for a more relaxed paced 10-day trip with experienced crew and a
regional expert as you explore and learn with special emphasis on the natural history
of the Grand Canyon. Topics include geology, ecology, botany, archeology, climate, and environmental
impact of the Glen Canyon Dam. Strategically placed during the month of April, you may even catch the end of brittle bush season where the walls of Grand Canyon are blanketed in yellow wildflowers (though still dependent on previous winter rain and snowfall). Finally, in addition to the complimentary Grand Canyon river guide provided, you will receive three additional Grand Canyon guidebooks. |
| 15-Day Motor/Kayak with Otter Bar: This trip offers complete raft support for kayakers.
Kayakers must have solid Class 3+ paddling skills and a bomb-proof river roll.
Guides will advise you and help you pick your lines;
however, this is not an instructional trip. Non-kayakers are welcomed and may ride in
one of the motorized support rafts. Contact
Otter Bar Kayak School
directly at (530)462-4772 to book or inquire about their next adventure.
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This is the premier trip
for people of all ages who haven’t the time
for a two week trip, and may not be able or don’t
want to hike in or out of the Canyon.
Experience the full diversity and excitement
of the entire Grand Canyon, all at a relaxed pace
and with a small group. Our motor trips are also
ideally suited for special interest groups such as
family reunions to professional seminars.
Trip Specifics
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*On certain occasions your trip may end on Lake Mead. Although rare, in the case of severe
flooding on Diamond Creek road (the road we have to travel down to pick you up at
Diamond Creek), we will have to take you all the way to Lake Mead. You will still return to Flagstaff
that day but it will be late in the evening.
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