Hidden Canyon Kayak and Colorado River Discovery are excited to provide a package trip that gives you the opportunity to experience the beauty of Glen Canyon from two perspectives, both above and below the Dam. This package is perfect for people of all ability levels. It will give you a chance to learn the fundamentals of kayaking from experienced instructors on spectacular Lake Powell as well as relax and enjoy the solitude and beauty of the Colorado River.
Trip Description
Your trip will begin at the Colorado River Discovery Welcome Center at 7:00AM to check in and be given a brief orientation. River trips begin with an exciting ride down the two-mile long Glen Canyon Dam access tunnel. With the dam soaring 700 feet above you, you will board a motorized pontoon raft for your journey downstream, where you will experience one of the most dramatic stretches of river found in the western United States.
While underway, your experienced guide will tell the area's story of soaring sandstone cliffs, crystal blue-green waters, abundant wildlife, former inhabitation by native cultures, exploration by Major John Wesley Powell, and the Colorado River's modern role in the Southwest's water and power delivery system.
Your trip will also include a stop to view ancient petroglyphs left by Ancestral Puebloan peoples. The Colorado River rafting portion of your trip ends at historic Lees Ferry, where you will board our vehicle for the short ride back to the Welcome Center in Page.
At the end of your rafting trip you will be greeted with a delicious Bistro lunch and given your itinerary for the second portion of your adventure.
The kayak trip will begin at Lone Rock Beach at 1:30PM after a short drive from the Welcome Center (all participants must arrange their own transportation from CRD to Lone Rock Beach). You will meet your kayak guide and begin your paddle adventure on the shores of Lake Powell! Your guide will give you instruction on maneuvering your kayak and let you get comfortable in the calm, wake less zone just off shore. As you make your way towards the slot canyons behind Lone Rock, you will experience the turquoise water and learn about the human and natural history of spectacular Lake Powell. As you enter slot canyons of Entrada sandstone carved by millions of years of erosion, make sure and have your camera ready to take photos. While out paddling, you can enjoy the sunshine and swim in the warm lagoon like waters of Lake Powell with old friends and new.
You can choose between our fast and sleek sea kayaks or our more comfortable and stable sit-on-top kayaks. Your trip will end around 4:30PM after a great day of rafting and kayaking in spectacular Glen Canyon.
Trip Itinerary
7:00AM – Check in at the Colorado River Discovery Welcome Center for your rafting departure.
12:30PM – Arrive back at the Welcome Center after your rafting trip and enjoy your Bistro Lunch
1:30PM – Meet your kayak guides at Lone Rock Beach
Approx 4:30PM – Your day ends on the spectacular shores of Lake Powell
Colorado River rafting trip features:
Meet at the CRD Welcome Center by 7:00AM for a check-in and orientation
Motor coach ride down the 2 mile Glen Canyon Dam access tunnel.
Water and lemonade provided on the rafting trip
Experienced river guides will tell all about this amazing stretch of river
Restroom stop to view Ancestral Puebloan petroglyphs
Motor coach ride back to your vehicle, arriving around 12:30PM where your Bistro lunch will await your party.
Hidden Canyon Kayak trip features:
Begins at 1:30PM at Lone Rock Beach
Easy beach launch accessibility
Great instructional guide
Wake less area launch for beginners
Small groups
Slot canyon in Entrada sandstone
Great for kayakers of any experience level
Paddles, lifejackets, and snacks provided
Bring a hat, sunscreen, and a water bottle
Call 888-522-6644 with questions or to book your trip!
*This package is not available to book online. Please call the number listed above
