This paddling trip offers a quick teaser of the scenic beauty and easy rapids of Castle Valley! Our half-day trips give you about 2 hours on the water to take in the incredible beauty of this sandstone paradise. Meet at the Mild to Wild office to check in and get ready for the river! Your guides will get you fitted for a PFD (aka life jacket) and then hop on the shuttle for a scenic 40 minute drive out to Castle Valley. Once there, we’ll have a safety orientation and some paddling instruction before you push off with the fleet for the next couple hours. Kayaking trips float with the rafting trips, and the guides will give you instruction as you paddle along. The kayaks move much faster than the rafts, so on occasion you may have to wait up for them. More time to take in the scenery, we say! This is a very mild rafting trip, with mostly calm flat water with a couple rapid sections sprinkled in along the way.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
You will paddle through the iconic Castle Valley on the mighty Colorado Rive.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Moab Half Day Kayaking Trip - Colorado River lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $143 per person for this Moab experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM and 1:30 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 32 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 13 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Mild to Wild Rafting and Jeep Tours.
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Beautiful scenery. Emily was a wonderful guide- knowledgeable and friendly.
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and had a great time with Emily on your kayaking trip.
Irving was a great guide. My wife and I try to kayak on every trip we take. This Moab kayak trip is now #2 on our list as best trips ever, second only to kayaking in Switzerland.
We truly appreciate your kind words and high praise! It's fantastic to know that our kayaking trip is now one of your favorites—thank you for choosing us for your adventure on the Colorado River!
I had such an incredible experience with Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours in Moab! I went white water rafting with them today, and it was easily one of the highlights of my time in Moab. From start to finish, the entire experience was fun, well organized, and memorable. The team was friendly, knowledgeable, and made everyone feel comfortable while still keeping the trip exciting. They did a fantastic job explaining everything, keeping us safe, and making sure we were having a great time along the way. I had Annie as my tour guide and I can not provide enough praise! She made it so fun for us! Rafting through the beautiful Moab scenery was absolutely incredible—the views alone are worth the trip, but experiencing them from the river made it even better! If you're visiting Moab and looking for an adventure, I highly recommend Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours. Whether you're an experienced rafter or trying it for the first time, they make the whole experience fantastic. I would absolutely book with them again! Thank you to the Mild to Wild team for such a fun and unforgettable day!
We're so grateful for your enthusiastic feedback, Sarah! It's fantastic to know that our team's efforts made your white water rafting experience memorable. We look forward to having you join us again for more fun on the river!
Our guide Eli was informative, helpful, and truly made our trip special! We will recommend Mild to Wild adventures to anyone and can't wait to take another trip with them next time we're in Moab!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Eli made your kayaking trip on the Colorado River a highlight of your Moab adventure! We can’t wait to welcome you back for more unforgettable experiences!
Tom our guide was exceptionally excellent! The adventure was well worth the cost! Definitely will sign up for more adventures!! The Silverton Jeep trip was also excellent and Allen our guide was exceptionally knowledgeable!!Aplus
Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Paul! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Moab Half Day Kayaking Trip with Tom as your guide and that the Silverton Jeep Trip with Allen lived up to your expectations. We can't wait to welcome you back for more adventures!
We had a fabulous time with our savior, Tom. Thanks to his river prowess he adapted our trip from kayaks to a raft due to high winds. We laughed all the way down the river as he enlightened us on the area and funny stories.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fabulous time with Tom on the Colorado River, and we appreciate your kind words about his adaptability and sense of humor.
It was an awesome trip down the Colorado with Deitrich and Seth as our guides.
Thank you, Christopher, for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had an awesome time kayaking down the Colorado River with Deitrich and Seth as your guides. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
Great trip with Gavin down the Colorado. Perfect balance of rafting, fun and local knowledge. River was mainly flat with rippling rapids (Is and IIs). Swimming opportunities too. Loved every minute! Thank you!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic afternoon with Gavin on the Colorado River, enjoying the mix of rafting and swimming. Your description of the trip perfectly captures the essence of our adventures, and we appreciate your feedback!
My parents (late 60s), kids (8 and 11), husband and I had a great time with Gavin! Since it was the first time rafting for the kids we did the mildest ride and Gavin spiced it up a little as he saw the kids were ready for some rapids! He was very knowledgable and gave us great insight into the natural surroundings as well as recommendations and tips for other things to do around Moab. He also took some pics for us! Would highly recommend! It was a highlight of our trip!
Thank you, Alyssa, for sharing how much fun three generations had on the Colorado River with Gavin! We're thrilled to hear your kids enjoyed their first rafting trip and that Gavin adjusted the adventure to match their excitement. We love that the photos and tips made it such a highlight for your whole family.
The staff here is excellent. There were no hassles signing in, getting fitted for a PFD or traveling to the launch site. Devin, Amy and Ashley gave us an explanation of what we were seeing. It was a short wait before we embarked down the River. I followed Devin’s raft in a kayak. She pointed out a lot of the sights and a bald eagle. It was a great day.
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear you had a smooth check-in process and enjoyed the expertise of Devin, Amy, and Ashley. We take great pride in our team and are delighted that the wildlife sightings and river adventure made your day memorable. We hope to see you again soon for another great day on the river! Best regards, The Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours Team
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moab Half Day Kayaking Trip - Colorado River | 4 hours | 4.8 (13) | $143 | |
 Moab Afternoon Half Day Rafting Trip - Colorado River | 4 hours | 4.9 (770) | $110 | View |
 Moab Half-Day Rafting: Colorado River Adventure | 4 hours | 4.5 (711) | $95 | View |
 Moab Combo: Colorado River Rafting and Canyonlands 4X4 Tour | 8 hours | 4.6 (222) | $330 | View |
 Flatwater Fun: Stand Up Paddleboarding on the Colorado River | 3–4 hours | 4.9 (136) | $95 | View |
 Moab Rivertrippers Half Day Rafting Trip - Colorado River ~ FUN! | 4h 30min | 4.9 (67) | $109 | View |
 Splish and Splash: Stand Up Paddleboarding on the Colorado River | 3–4 hours | 5.0 (58) | $93 | View |