6 Day Oar

2026 Oar Trip

Cost per person

$3,115

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2027 Oar Trip

Cost per person

$3,175

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Upper Canyon

Perfect for those wanting a shorter, oar-powered trip with a challenging, but rewarding 8 mile hike out of the canyon. Because of this, you must call us to book — online reservations are not allowed. Enjoy the thrilling rapids, beautiful side canyons, and refreshing waterfalls. Relax in the evening sharing stories with new friends and making memories that last a lifetime.

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Trip Information

6 Days, 5 Nights

Begins
Flagstaff, AZ
Ends
Flagstaff, AZ
River Miles
89 river miles from Marble Canyon to South Rim
Minimum Age
12 years of age

What's Included?

A rigorous 8 mile hike along Bright Angel Trail
An active adventure – be prepared for the physical nature of the trip
Round-trip ground transportation from Flagstaff, AZ
89 river miles on oar rafts
Experienced river and hiking guides
Side hikes to scenic vistas, hidden waterfalls, and more
Two dry bags and a camp chair
A tent, cot, pillow, sleeping bag, and sheet
Daily meals prepared in our camp kitchen
Snacks, water, electrolyte replenishment drinks, sodas
Arizona River Runners insulated cup

Cost listed above does not include: Lodging before and after your trip, National Park entrance fee, personal travel insurance, and gratuity.

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Reservation Info/Cancellation Policy

2026 Trip Dates

** Going fast! Only a few spots left.

2027 Trip Dates

May – 1 trips

May 29 - June 3

July – 1 trips

July 30 - August 4

September – 1 trips

September 11-16

Trip Itinerary

Pre-Trip

Plan to arrive in Flagstaff at least one day before your trip departs. A representative from Arizona River Runners will meet guests early in the morning on the first day of your trip in the lobby of the designated hotel. We will send hotel reservation instructions once you book your trip.

Day 1

Meet a representative early in the morning at the designated hotel in Flagstaff. Board the shuttle for the scenic 2.5-hour drive to Marble Canyon. Everyone will meet together with the river guides for orientation. Guests repack into the provided dry bags and get underway by mid-morning. Let the journey begin!

River Days

Each day there are opportunities to soak up the Grand Canyon vistas, experience the biggest whitewater in North America, and explore various side canyons, waterfalls, and streams. At midday, lunch is prepared on the sandy beaches next to the river. After a full day, it will be time to set up camp and then relax while sharing stories with new friends. As the sun sets over the canyon walls, appreciate a good night’s rest under a starry sky.

Final Day

Early in the morning on the last day, the rafts reach Pipe Creek Boat Beach, and guests pack up for the intense 8-mile hike out of the canyon via the Bright Angel Trail. The trail is well maintained, but it is all uphill, gains a vertical mile of elevation, and much of it is in full sun. There are many log steps and switchbacks built into the trail, and it gets steepest as you approach the South Rim.

After completing your hike out, you will meet our shuttle for the ride back to the designated hotel in Flagstaff, AZ. You will return in the evening, so we recommend staying another night in Flagstaff.

What people say

“The incredible rapids, which I thought was going to be the highlight of my trip was overshadowed by the amazing guides that I met on the trip. Everything from the layering of the Canyon, the animals we encountered, and the secrets within the wall was presented with love and passion by the guides. That really helped to give us an appreciation for what we were experiencing.”
— Remington, New York, NY

“It's hard to explain how sleeping in the open, waking up with sun, packing all your belongings into a dry bag, floating down the river for 8 hours in 115-degree heat, baking in the sun, with an occasional rapid run, with a break for lunch and a nap in the shade, with people you met days earlier, could add up to the best vacation ever. But there you have it!”
— Eric, Amherst MA