Five Perfect Introductory Escapes for First-Time Whitewater Rafting Vacations

SALT LAKE CITY - June 21, 2023 - PRLog -- Western River Expeditions has a hand-picked list of the best trips to consider for first-time rafting.

"We're expecting excellent river flows to continue through the end of our season in September," said Brandon Lake, CMO. "I can't imagine a better year to experience the absolute escape and digital disconnect that comes with a fully catered rafting vacation."

Western's top recommendations for first-time rafters looking for a multi-day adventure are ( see https://www.westernriver.com/first-time-whitewater-rafting):

Cataract Canyon Express 2-Day Adventure at $895 per person for adults and youth (12+) engages custom rafts for a rapid journey through the Colorado River's legendary 100-mile Cataract Canyon. You'll raft from Moab, Utah to Lake Powell in just two days. There are plenty of class III-V rapids with a night of deluxe camping. For details see https://www.westernriver.com/cataract-canyon-express

Cataract Canyon 4-Day Expedition at $1,825 for adult and $1,325 for youth (10-15) is a  leisurely four-day rafting journey over 100 river miles combing the beauty of Canyonlands National Park. Off-river hikes include explorations of Native American sites. Guests conclude this adventure with a flight over Canyonlands on the return to Moab. For details see https://www.westernriver.com/cataract-canyon-rafting

Desolation Canyon/Green River 5-Day Adventure is ideal for families with children as young as five. The 5-day/4-night adventure includes a scenic flight that lands atop a desert plateau where a short descent on foot leads to the river put-in. Then comes the voyage through class II-III rapids over 88 river miles. The per person rate for adults (age 16 and up) is from $1,955 and for youth (age 5-15) from $1,255. For details see https://www.westernriver.com/desolation-canyon

Main Salmon River 5-Day Trip is an adventure that channels rafters on a 1,200-foot drop in 89 miles through class II-IV rapids on Idaho's "River of No Return." The per person rate for adults (age 16 and up) is from $1,980 and for youth (age 6-15) $1,625. For details, please see https://www.westernriver.com/main-salmon-river

Grand Canyon 3-Day Expedition (in 2024) travels a river distance of 89 miles over class II and III rapids with two nights spent camping under the stars. The per person rate for adults and for youth (minimum age 9) is from $1,750. For details see https://www.westernriver.com/grand-canyon-river-trip

For a copy of Western River Expeditions' 2023 catalog, questions, availability and reservations call toll-free: 866.904.1160 (Local: 801.942.6669) or visit the website at: http://www.westernriver.com/

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