Westwater Canyon rafting from Moab: Class III-IV rapids

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Duration10h

GroupUp to 25

LanguagesEN

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Navigate Class III and IV rapids through red rock canyon, then drift past ancient stone

Westwater Canyon full-day rafting from Moab puts you on the Colorado River's most technical section near the city, with expert guides, all equipment, lunch and van transport included. The trip runs 10 hours and combines fast water through named rapids—Marble Canyon, Sock-It-To-Me, Funnel Falls and Skull—with calm stretches where the red rock walls rise around you. Minimum age is 8; minimum weight is 50 lbs. A group needs at least four people to depart, or you'll be offered other options or a refund.

The Experience

You start in central Moab at the office, where you meet your guide and get fitted with a lifejacket, helmet and other required gear. A van takes you to the put-in on the river, and once there your guide walks through a safety briefing and paddle technique before you step into the boat. Then you push off and enter the Westwater Canyon section of the Colorado River.

The day splits between adrenaline and scenery. You'll paddle through Class III and IV rapids—Marble Canyon, Sock-It-To-Me, Funnel Falls and Skull are the main ones—where the guide reads the water and calls the strokes. Between the fast sections you float past the ancient red rock walls, with rest breaks built in so you can catch your breath and take in the canyon. A quality buffet-style lunch happens during one of the calm stretches, and the guide refills water bottles throughout the day.

The trip lasts 10 hours total, which includes the van ride to and from the put-in as well as time on the water. Wetsuits are provided depending on the season and water temperature. Bring sturdy footwear—no flip-flops—quick-dry clothing, a swimsuit or fast-drying shorts, sunscreen and a hat. A waterproof camera is worth the space if you have one. All rafting equipment, helmets and Coast Guard-approved personal flotation devices are supplied, and dry bags are available if you want to protect your belongings.

What’s included

Van transport from central Moab to the river put-in and back.
professional guide leading you through the rapids.
all required rafting equipment including helmet, Coast Guard-approved lifejacket and wetsuits (seasonal).
quality buffet-style lunch.
extra ice water for refills throughout the day (bring your own water bottle).

Good to know

Moderate physical level

Operated by NAVTEC Expeditions

Is this one for you?The 10-hour day starts early and keeps moving—van ride, safety briefing, 10 hours of paddling and floating, lunch on the water, return to town—so it suits someone ready for a full commitment and comfortable with Class III and IV rapids. If you're new to white-water, this is the trip to take it on with expert guides reading the water and calling every stroke.