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The white-foamed torrents of the Colorado River provide water adventurers with unparalleled opportunities to test the limits of human strength and endurance. Whitewater rafting and kayaking near Moab is not for the faint-of-heart. But for those brave enough to try, the adventure will provide bragging rights for a lifetime.

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Pick your poison and find a variety of tour offerings and excursion packages by kayak, canoe, jeep or raft...
Phone (435) 259-8594
Guided adventures on land, water or both. Find everything you need for your excursions in our retail store...
Phone (435) 259-6007
Soak in all that Utah has to offer with more than a dozen different tour packages by water, land or air by sunlight or twilight!..
Phone (435) 259-5261
Based out of Moab and focused on conservation and restoration, offering single and multi-day trip packages geared for fun and adventure with an..
Phone (435) 259-7733
Leave all the work up to someone else and engage this local concierge service to tailor your trip to meet all of your expectations...
Phone (435) 259-4772
Holiday ExpeditionsSalt Lake City, UT
Providing action-packed fun for all of your rafting needs in Utah, Colorado and Idaho plus mountain biking tours and multi-sport packages...
Phone (800) 624-6323
27 package options for rafting and jeep tours in Colorado, Utah and Arizona. Trips offered by length, intensity, location or river...
Phone (800) 567-6745
27 package options for rafting and jeep tours in Colorado, Utah and Arizona. Trips offered by length, intensity, location or river...
Phone (435) 259-7818
Formerly Red River Canoe Company, this crew can completely outfit and guide you on your Colorado River excursion...
Phone (435) 259-7238
A full service activity booking center- We specialize in 4 x 4 tours on the famous, "Hells Revenge Trail," Polaris Razor and Can-Am Spyder rentals!..
Phone (435) 259-0959
From Main Street in Moab, embark on professionally navigated tours along the canyon of the Colorado River by raft, kayak, 4x4...
Phone (435) 259-7983
OarsAngels Camp, CA
Treat yourself to an OARS adventure of hiking, rafting or both through the cavernous canyons of the southwest. Reserve online or by phone...
Phone (800) 346-6277
Just outside of Arches, close to dozens of attractions including Castle Creek Winery and Movie Museum, lots of meeting and event space here, hot..
Phone (435) 259-2002
Enjoy many modes of transport as you soak in the beauty of canyon country - rafting, horseback riding, hiking. Rentals available, trip packages..
Phone (435) 259-4046
Charter a bus or limo or embark on exciting area tours and adventure activities to discover Salt Lake City, Park City and Torrey...
Phone (888) 315-7925
Operating white water rafting adventures on the Green and Colorado Rivers directly out of Moab for 38 years...
Phone (435) 259-8229
Let Tag-a-long mold your view of the southwest US, offering full and half day trips on land or water, meals included...
Phone (435) 259-8946
Utah OutventuresPark City, UT
Offering all things adventure with 100+ air, water and land tour options throughout Utah, lodging recommendations available...
Phone (801) 824-3934
Western water experts offering multi-day trips for rafting adventures throughout the SW. Plan now and book early!..
Phone (435) 259-7019
Water adventures on Green, Salmon and Colorado Rivers, half, full and multi-day trips including rafts, life jackets, shuttle pick up...
Phone (435) 259-7515
Moab Adventure CenterMoab, UT
Don't miss this comprehensive site of all the exciting activities that Moab and it's surrounding country offers. One stop reservations for..
Phone (435) 259-7019

Before embarking on any whitewater adventure, it's best to understand the risks you'll be facing. Whitewater rapids are ranked on a scale of I (novice) to VI (professional), based on their hazards and the skill required to navigate them. The ranking of a particular stretch of rapids can vary depending on water level and season, but typically the waterways near Moab range from Class II to Class IV or V.

Fisher Towers is a popular whitewater destination for novice and intermediate rafters. This Class II to III rapid varies from calm to tumultuous, but with an experienced guide, rafters will enjoy a safe yet challenging trip. Fisher Towers is close enough for a half-day or overnight trip.

Cataract Canyon and Westwater Canyon are also popular one-day or overnight whitewater destinations. The rapids of Cataract Canyons range from Class III to V depending on the season, which means they should only be tackled by experienced rafters or kayakers. Westwater Canyon is ranked Class III or IV, so rafters must be alert for constantly changing rapids and large obstacles.

From whitewater newbies to professional rafters and kayakers, safety is always paramount. The nature of this adrenaline-filled sport is inherently risky, but with an experienced guide, proper technique and education the Colorado River can be tamed.

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