Three-and-a-Half Days on the Colorado: Motorized Rafting Lee’s Ferry to Phantom Ranch

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Three-and-a-Half Days on the Colorado: Motorized Rafting Lee’s Ferry to Phantom Ranch

An 88-mile, 3½-day motorized raft journey down the Colorado River from Lee’s Ferry to Phantom Ranch that runs 28 rapids and is operated by Wilderness River Adventures.

Three-and-a-Half Days on the Colorado: Motorized Rafting Lee’s Ferry to Phantom Ranch.

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This motorized 3.5‑day expedition threads the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon, moving from the put‑in at Lee’s Ferry to the take‑out at Phantom Ranch. Along the way the trip covers 88 miles and negotiates 28 rapids while passengers are framed by towering canyon walls, waterfalls, ancient Indian ruins and frequent wildlife sightings.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE RAPIDS

28 Whitewater Challenges

The run includes 28 named rapids across the 88‑mile route, a core part of the trip’s rhythm and adrenaline on this motorized raft itinerary.

THE SCENERY

Canyon Walls, Waterfalls and Vast River Vistas

Canyon walls and waterfalls provide continual, dramatic scenery along the Colorado as the route carves through the Grand Canyon.

CULTURE & WILDLIFE

Ancient Ruins and River Wildlife

The corridor passes ancient Indian ruins and frequent wildlife sightings, adding layers of cultural and natural history to the riverine experience.

What the day feels like

What the 3.5‑Day Motorized Raft Trip Feels Like

The trip is a compact, motorized passage through the Grand Canyon: three and a half days on the Colorado River covering 88 miles and running 28 rapids from Lee’s Ferry to Phantom Ranch, with sustained canyon scenery punctuating each day.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this trip suits — and where the source data is silent on limits.

1
Experience SeekersFits those seeking a concentrated motorized raft passage through the Grand Canyon with multiple rapids over 3½ days.
2
Photographers & Nature LoversIdeal for travelers who want sustained canyon scenery, waterfalls and wildlife along the Colorado River.
3
Families & GroupsThe supplied facts do not list age, participant limits or health restrictions; consult the operator for suitability for children or medical considerations.
4
Rafting First‑TimersThe trip’s motorized nature and concentrated itinerary may appeal to first‑time rafters, but specific participant restrictions or recommendations were not provided in the source data.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Operator & Route

Operated by Wilderness River Adventures; the route runs 88 miles on the Colorado River from Lee’s Ferry to Phantom Ranch over 3.5 days.

What to Bring

No gear or packing requirements were provided in the supplied source material; contact the operator for a definitive packing list.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the trip?

The trip is 3.5 days long.

What is the route and distance?

The journey covers 88 miles of the Colorado River from Lee’s Ferry to Phantom Ranch.

How many rapids does the trip run?

The itinerary includes 28 rapids.

Who operates the trip?

The trip is operated by Wilderness River Adventures.

Where does this trip take place?

On the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon, based out of Page, Arizona, United States.