You’ve Always Wanted to See the Grand Canyon. This Is Your Year.

For years, you’ve heard the same thing:

If you want to raft the Grand Canyon, you'd better plan two years out and get on a waiting list. Not this year.

This is your year.

Right now, this summer, there are open spots on several of Western River Expeditions’ Grand Canyon rafting trips. We’re talking about the trip of a lifetime… actually available this year.

This rarely happens. And that’s exactly why you shouldn’t wait.

What if This is Your Year?

We’re seeing something different this season. People are hesitating. Maybe it’s the economy. Maybe it’s that classic “we’ll go next year” mindset. But here’s the truth: If not now, when?

As one guest recently put it:

“I waited 35 years to finally run the Colorado through the Grand Canyon… It was the trip of a lifetime.” – Gary B.

This Trip Is Worth It

Picture yourself completely off-grid, riding through legendary whitewater on a J-Rig (the raft designed specifically for handling the large whitewater of Grand Canyon in comfort and style). You’re surrounded by towering canyon walls and million-year-old rock formations. The stars at night? Indescribable. The food? Let’s just say steak night is just the beginning.

More than one guest has called it “life-changing,” “beyond epic,” or “the best vacation of our lives.” And over and over again, we hear:

“Trip of a lifetime… guides were incredible, food was gourmet, the scenery was unreal. Just do it.” – Sarah S.

What Happens If You Don’t?

Another summer comes and goes. The Grand Canyon is still there...but are you?

There’s always a reason to wait. The timing isn’t perfect. Work is busy. The kids have schedules. The economy feels shaky.

But ask anyone who has done this trip, and they’ll tell you:

They don’t regret going. They regret waiting.

Because what you’ll find deep in the canyon, off the grid, under a sky of stars, riding waves that echo through ancient stone, is something you can’t replicate anywhere else in the world. Not in a resort. Not on a road trip. Not someday.

“It was magical, adventurous, awe-inspiring… and it reminded us what matters most in life.” – Brittany O.

You’ve dreamed about seeing the Grand Canyon like this. You may never get a better shot than right now.

Don’t let this be another year of wishing. Let it be the year you remember forever.

Bring a Friend. Or Three.

This is the kind of trip that’s better when shared. Rally your crew. Book a boat together. Celebrate something—or nothing at all. Because the only thing better than experiencing the Grand Canyon is doing it with people you love.

“We made new friends, saw old friends, and created new core memories on the river.” – Kaylee S.

When the Grand Canyon Says 'Now,' You Go.

The stars have aligned and your dream trip is not just a dream this year.

Book your Grand Canyon rafting trip today. Openings like this don’t last—and they rarely come around again.

Explore Available Trips »

Grand Canyon 3-Day Trip or 4-Day Trip with a night at the Bar Ten ranch to explore the lower third of the canyon to Lake Mead

Grand Canyon 6 or 7 day trip to explore the upper two thirds (188 miles) of the Grand Canyon from Lee’s Ferry to just below Lava Falls.

Kam Wixom

Kam began guiding in the Grand Canyon in 1991, met & guided with his wife in 2000, and is the proud daddy of 5 kids. He now works as the Marketing Director for Western River Expeditions.