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Whitewater Rafting Near Las Vegas

The closest and best white water rafting near Las Vegas is on the Colorado River through Grand Canyon. In this post we discuss the basic information for the three best options including where trips meet and how to travel between the meeting place and … [Read more...] about Whitewater Rafting Near Las Vegas

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Grand Canyon Rafting Itinerary: A Typical Day

Here is a typical day during the middle of a Grand Canyon rafting adventure. Breakfast & Camp Break Down A little after sunrise, the day starts with a morning call for "CoFFEEee!" At this point most people start to rise and many partake in … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Rafting Itinerary: A Typical Day

Best Sunscreens for Rivers & Oceans

When playing in rivers and oceans, we want sunscreen that will protect us as well as the criters in the water. Testing by the EWG (Environmental Working Group) and Consumer Reports points towards zinc based sunblocks being the safest and best … [Read more...] about Best Sunscreens for Rivers & Oceans

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All Inclusive Grand Canyon Rafting Trips

The Grand Canyon attracts millions of visitors each year. However, nearly all of them never leave the rim of the canyon, missing out on the best way to experience this geological masterpiece, an all-inclusive rafting trip. Grand Canyon rafting trips … [Read more...] about All Inclusive Grand Canyon Rafting Trips

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Fran & Dan Take on the Grand Canyon 1-Day Rafting Adventure!

A few summers ago we sent our co-workers, Daniel and Francesca, on a Grand Canyon 1-Day Rafting Adventure. Neither had been on the Colorado River, so they left R&O with a blank canvas of expectations and a spirit full of excitement. Since … [Read more...] about Fran & Dan Take on the Grand Canyon 1-Day Rafting Adventure!

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Groups, Charter, Custom, and Private Trips

Depending who you talk with group, custom, charter and private trips all sound the same. Below is a quick breakdown of the differences between these terms and the advantages of each type of trip. Groups A group is typically at least 12 people … [Read more...] about Groups, Charter, Custom, and Private Trips

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Luxury (Safari-Style) Rafting Trips

One of the common requests for our custom rafting adventures is to have additional luxury. Safari style trips allow for the enjoyment of the outdoors without the need to "rough it." With a range of possibilities available, trip customization allows … [Read more...] about Luxury (Safari-Style) Rafting Trips

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Whitewater Rafting Layover Days

Layover days are an incredible addition to multi-day rafting trips providing a day without rafting in the middle of the trip. Our guests overwhelming enjoy layover days when we are able to schedule them which is much easier to do on custom and … [Read more...] about Whitewater Rafting Layover Days

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Grand Canyon Rafting Companies

October 16, 2013 by Aaron Cavagnolo All 17 Grand Canyon Rafting Outfitters While each outfitter believes they are the best Grand Canyon Rafting Company, there isn't a clear stand-out as all the companies run high-quality trips. … [Read more...] about Grand Canyon Rafting Companies

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