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Salt River Kayaking Trip
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What you can expect during your visit
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
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Offered in: English
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Overview
The Tonto National Forest is the largest in Arizona and the Lower Salt River runs right through its heart. On this tour, admire the natural scenery from the water on a thrilling kayaking excursion. Set out from Saguaro Lake, paddle along the Salt River, and look out for native wildlife, including the park’s herd of wild horses.
- Spectacular views of Tonto National Forest from the water
- Incredible wildlife sightings including the Salt River wild horses
- No kayaking experience necessary: full instruction provided
- Choice of tour departure times throughout the day
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What's Included
Transport by air-conditioned shuttle
Gratuities
Departure & Return
Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch , 13020 N Bush Hwy, Mesa, AZ 85215, USA
This activity will end right where it started.Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Maximum weight is 275 lbs
- No tandems available
- Dress to be in the heat and to get wet!
- Participant must be comfortable with an unguided river excursion
- Must sign a waiver prior to arrival (will be emailed to you after booking)
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- OPERATED BY Saguaro Lake Ranch, Inc.
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Salt River Kayaking Trip?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Salt River Kayaking Trip?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
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- "Would definitely recommend this trip to all ages - no previous kayaking experience needed." See review
- "Check in was easy, the quick review of how to kayak was thorough and fun." See review
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Great Experience
Celeste_C
, Jun 2022
I would come back for sure !
Janelle_S
, Jun 2022
I was scared at first(this was my first time) I crashed 3 time to the edge fell out of the boat twice because I panicked BUT I got the hang of it and I enjoyed it especially the staff 👏🏾👏🏾DEFINITELY RECOMMEND
Thumbs up !
Enrique_R
, Jun 2022
Amazing AZ kayaking tour!
Lisa_O
, Jun 2022
Scenery was beautiful and a refreshing activity to do on a nice hit, sunny day! Very relaxing with a few light rapids which made it a great experience! The staff was friendly and helpful.! Communication from the company was great!! Highly recommend!!
Beautiful day on salt river
Julie_M
, Jun 2022
Our Kayaking Trip
Sheila_S
, Jun 2022
Fun on the Salt River
Jacki_S
, Jun 2022
Wonder, relaxing. Had a great time. Your employees are very welcoming and informative. The wild horses were an added surprise
Worth it!!
austin_w
, Jun 2022
My and my girlfriend wanted to find something relaxing to do outdoors while being able to see the beauty of Arizona. This kayaking trip was the answer. Very easy route that even a beginner could conquer. Wild horses at about every turn! Well worth the time and money.
Great fun!
Diane_R
, Jun 2022
It was a perfect day! The rapids were fun and the water temp was refreshing. Got a little wet but just shorts. The vistas were incredible. Great way to get outside Phoenix. The people at Saquaro Lake Ranch were super nice and chill. We will go again but not on Memorial Day!
Scary rapids. It beautiful virws
Michelle_S
, May 2022
Views were breathtaking. Rapids we’re too much for me and I was thrown thllfrom the kayack in to the trees. My family enjoyed the trip because they were more experienced.
Awesome
Anthony_P
, May 2022
Just a beautiful trip. The start is spectacular, nice easy ride with just a few easy rapids. Saw horses, blue heron, and gorgeous scenery. The crew was very nice.
An Arizona must do!
Kemeron_C
, May 2022
Great experience and great views throughout the whole trip. Would absolutely do it again. If you are close to the area and need something to give you a Arizona experience, this is the perfect activity.
relaxing
Amy_r
, May 2022
First part of the trip...
Jacob_S
, May 2022
First part of the trip without the tubers was beautiful. Also loved seeing the wild horses. Great instructions as I have never done this before.
Beautiful kayaking trip!...
Alona_D
, May 2022
Beautiful kayaking trip! Wish there was a separate route for yakers vs tubers. But it was gorgeous 10/10
Chill Day!
Jewel_K
, May 2022
Well organized and timely.
Friendly staff.
Magnificent views.
Young and old enjoying the environment.
We Ubered it there and back from Scottsdale. Did pre-booked same day times so as not to be stranded and it worked out.
Kudos to the staff member who offered us a ride back after his shift.
A great day! Thanks everyone
The views were great!...
Ryanna_L
, May 2022
A must do.
Katrina_M
, May 2022
I did the trip solo and found it to be an experience I didn’t know that I needed. You will definitely see wildlife and go on an adventure. I wish I brought additional drinks and a snack.
Absolutely worth it
Evan_L
, May 2022
It was exactly what we were looking for. Relatively calm, amazing view, and a great overall time. Great for a solo, duo or even a big group
So worth it!
Mary_M
, May 2022
It was very organized, friendly and such an amazing adventure! We saw turtles and wild horses and the most spectacular views of red rock mountain.
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