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Salt River Kayaking Trip
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- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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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
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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(888) 651-9785
2 hours (approx.)
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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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Traveler Tips
- "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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A Perfect Day to Kayak
Courtney_J
, Aug 2022
The BEST.
Aleene_E
, Aug 2022
Lazy on the salt river
Andrea_M
, Jul 2022
Beautiful kayak ride with lots of wildlife spotting!
Janae_D
, Jul 2022
This experience was incredible and worth every penny! We saw so much wild life (wild horses, a boar, a beaver, birds). The mountain scenery was gorgeous. Easy drive from Scottsdale. Driving directions were straight forward. Water was cool and refreshing. Logistics, communication, etc went well with the host. This is your sign to BOOK IT!
Best Teams Tour
Anke_E
, Jul 2022
Refreshing
Joe_R
, Jul 2022
Best Day of my trip so far
Stacy_P
, Jul 2022
The wild horses along the river bank were just amazing. Wear the life jacket even thou you will want to take it off. There are some rougher waters in a couple areas but not too bad. Navigating around the Rafters was a challenge so I recommend going early morning and Mon - Fri if possible.
1 traveler found this review helpful
Family Trip
Greg_P
, Jul 2022
Great experience with the family. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip.
Not a peaceful paddle
Matthew_B
, Jul 2022
A pretty easy paddle great scenery and wild horses but if you want a quiet paddle in nature this one is not that. The party scene along the river from the tubing is pretty crazy
1 traveler found this review helpful
Memorable experience
Lauren_G
, Jul 2022
The user friendly experience.
The staff and their flow
The beauty freedom the flow of the river and the energy around you. Smiling down the entire river
Do IT!
Scott_B
, Jul 2022
Amazing experience!
antgoody78
, Jul 2022
From the fun safety review, to the fantastic views of the mountains, wildlife and wild horses, every moment was great. This trip is wonderful for a family with teens!
So worth it!
rebecca_s
, Jul 2022
Just enough rapids & speed, but slow enough to enjoy scenery!
We loved seeing the horses too! Staff was courteous and helpful.
Kayak Life
Tiffany_W
, Jun 2022
A great experience and very informative for first timers. Definitely stay focused so you won’t end up in the river.
I went by myself, was...
Alex_B
, Jun 2022
I went by myself, was such a great experience. Even though i went alone, youre with a group so it made the experience that much better. The sites were so beautiful.
Could've done with a few...
Sam_H
, Jun 2022
Could've done with a few less floaters("spring breakers") but once you paddled last you got to enjoy the scenery without the alcohol infused ruckus. Saw 6 wild horses (in the water) and plenty of birds. Instructors were professional and helpful. Make sure you read online directions for parking or you won't find it
Would return on a weekday
Great day with the family! Highly recommended
Danny_F
, Jun 2022
Awesome
Kathi_W
, Jun 2022
Overall great experience
Jennifer_J
, Jun 2022
I wasn’t able to add photos but we saw several wild horses which was awesome! Our only complaint was some parts of the river had a bad smell from natural causes and/or other people smoking weed… kind of took away from the experiencing nature part of the trip but overall great trip!!
Response from Host , Jun 2022
Thank you so much for coming out to spend some time on the Salt River with us. We do recommend our guests to go earlier in the morning and on a weekday if they can to avoid the crowds and all their smells they have to offer. We appreciate your review and rating and hope to see you again!
1 traveler found this review helpful
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