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Granite Reef Kayaking Trip on the Lower Salt River

Granite Reef Kayaking Trip on the Lower Salt River

Overview

The trip is a scenic, unguided, four and a half hour kayaking journey down the Lower Salt River. Starting at Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch, you and your group will kayak down a leisurely thirteen mile stretch of river as it moves it's way through the Tonto National Forest. Participants often witness wild horses, otters, birds and other wildlife that cool off in the river during the summer months.

We have the special privilege of being the only kayak rental company located right on the Salt River, so our trips launch directly from our site which you are returned to via shuttle after your trip. Each reservation includes a kayak rental, paddle, PFD and return shuttle to starting site.

Please arrive 30 minutes prior to launch time so you may complete waivers, prepare belongings, receive safety orientation prior to the scheduled launch time. Water, sunscreen and dry bags are for sale. Orientation is mandatory and includes basic paddling, water safety and geography of the river.

City: Phoenix

Thu 26 Dec

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Starting at $85.04

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Thu 26 Dec

Starting at $85.04

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Transport by air-conditioned shuttle

Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (88)

CasEltz2020

Jul 2021

Nice relaxing day out enjoying the beauty of Mother Earth. Always a spectacular site when the horses are out.

sunny8672

Jul 2021

This was my fifth kayak trip through Saguaro Lake Ranch, and like all the other trips before, it did not disappoint. We brought our parents with us for their first time, and they just loved it. We had a few other friends join, and it was one guy's first time kayaking. He caught on quickly a s had a great time. We saw more wild horses along the river than we ever had before and even spotted the elusive river otters that we had heard about. The 4.5 Granite Reef trip adds more paddling, but we just love to get out on the river earlier than the commercial tubers. This is a great operation, and I would highly recommend it. They make parking a breeze, give a brief overview on kayaking, provide equipment that is in great condition, and offer an air conditioned shuttle at the end. With all that taken care of, all you have to do is show up with proper gear (closed toed shoes, etc) and enjoy your time. Keep in mind that it's important to secure your belongings - should you choose to bring your phone, keys, ID etc. with you. On each trip we have done someone in the group has fallen out and we have seen keys, phones, wallets, IDs, hats, and flip flops lost to the river.

MTeeter

Jul 2021

I highly recommend the staff at Saguaro Lake Ranch to get you on your tubing or kayaking way. Plenty of parking and restrooms. Staff is very friendly from check in to pick up. The scenery down the river is beautiful. We saw lots of wild horses and plenty of other wild life. This is an awesome experience and a nice escape from the city.