Last-Chance 2025 Openings

Rare spots are available on the Grand Canyon August 24 and 25. Cataract Canyon September 2 and 9. Desolation Canyon September 5.

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VIDEO: The Escape

Escape the typical vacation, escape from the stresses and burdens of our modern-day world and get to the river! Cataract Canyon isn't the only place where you can escape, but it's a great place to start!

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The Colorado River in Cataract Canyon

"People who choose to come down here are looking for adventure."4:41

The Escape

Escape the typical vacation, escape from the stresses and burdens of our modern-day world and get to the river!1:03

Cataract Canyon Rafting Trip

It was unbelievable, it was! It was just a wild ride...it was just fantastic...4:15

Cataract Canyon Rafting Trip

Cataract Canyon guides talk of the epic trip down the Colorado River.5:09

Colorado River Rafting Adventure

The incredible scenery from Cataract Canyon will blow you away.2:11

Father & Son Time

Taking the time to strengthen relationship through rafting is a great time.1:22

An Unbelievable Ride

It's a wild ride on Cataract Canyon every time! This guest had a great time, will you?1:17

Serenity and Thrills

I've always loved river running. There's just something about being on the river.1:00

Don't Fear the Rapids

Some worry about the rapids. Western has incredible boats & guides!0:56

Cataract Canyon with Alexis

Shooting stars and incredible views left and right.2:25

Mother & Daughter Time

I wanted to do something a little unusual, but we like being pampered... this was both!3:16

Expect to scream... a lot!

I was happy to find everyone else screaming along with me!1:30

Paddling with Malayna

You make life long friends on river trips. It's amazing.1:17

Packing for a Cataract Canyon Vacation

How to best prepare for your Cataract Canyon adventure.24:53

Best Camera for Whitewater Rafting

One of the most common questions is, “what camera should I take?”6:33

The Adventure Capital of the World

"To live is the rarest thing in the world... " Come see Moab, Utah.

Keep Your Daydream in Cataract Canyon

What happens when a family vlog meets Cataract Canyon? Follow their adventure.21:17

The Rush

Feel the Rush in Cataract Canyon1:01