Float the Canyons of the Rio Grande

Overview

Descend into the many canyons of the Rio Grande by boat. Float through the spectacular scenery of the international boundary. The water level determines which canyon we float through and whether we float in canoes, kayaks, or rafts. This scenic float is great for all ages. Come explore the Chihuahuan Desert and learn about the geology, plants, and history. This is a full day trip, you will be responsible for bringing your lunch, and we have the coolers to pack your lunch in.

City: Big Bend National Park

Sat 19 Oct

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Starting at $156.00

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Sat 19 Oct

Starting at $156.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Private transportation

All equipment to float the river will be provided: boats, PFD- personal floatation device, paddle, and a dry bag to keep your valuables in

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Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

Terlingua

The tour starts in Terlingua, TX. As we ride in vans to the river learn about the cultural history, geology, flora and fauna of the Chihuahuan Desert. Once at the river we will get outfitted in PFD's (personal floatation devices) and pack cameras and other valuables into dry bags. We will do a safety briefing and paddling instruction talk. After several hours of floating we will stop on the side of the river for a picnic and swim. You are responsible to pack a lunch and water bottle, we will have water to refill your bottles and coolers for your food. Alcoholic beverages are allowed in cans. We will continue our float down the international boundary.We typically return to Terlingua around 4:30 p.m.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (97)

Ucaimaman

Nov 2022

We had a super fun trip. Our guide, Dillon, was excellent - friendly, knowledgeable and highly competent. Our small group of 5 was perfect. We luckily caught a day with ideal weather too.

pyegirl

Nov 2022

This outfit is the BEST. Owned by two sisters, Erin and Ericka, this outfit is about as well run as you can imagine. We went an a multi-day float trip through Boquillas Canyon during the spring and couldn't have been more impressed. All planning, all gear, all food, all cooking is done by the guides. Everything is organized and as efficient as can be. At the same time, E&E run a "friendly" company where there is no use doing anything unless it is fun and respectful to the canyon and river. I can't say enough good things about this company. Great value for money. Great people.

joeannah2022

Nov 2022

We had a great experience with the half day float trip in Dark Canyon. The trip was organized, safe, and well executed from start to finish. Andrew, our guide, had a wealth of information to share on the drive to where we put in and throughout our trip. The float trip itself is fun but he made it even more so. We are already planning another visit back to Big Bend to do a full day or overnight float trip and hope Andrew is our guide again.