Rafting the Provo: Canyon Floats, Splashy Runs and Inflatable Kayak Days

PROVO RAFTING FIELD GUIDE

Rafting the Provo: Canyon Floats, Splashy Runs and Inflatable Kayak Days

A short river float through Utah's Provo River canyons with professional guides and a choice of a six-person raft or two-person inflatable kayak—this guide explains what you'll experience and how to plan.

Rafting the Provo: Canyon Floats, Splashy Runs and Inflatable Kayak Days.

Duration
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Location
Provo
Operator
Provo River Rafting
Category
Rafting
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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On the Provo River, you paddle and splash through one of Utah’s most scenic canyon corridors, guided by professionally trained staff who prioritize safety and shared memories. The operation offers two craft styles—a six-person raft and a two-person inflatable kayak—so groups large and small can choose their pace and proximity to the water.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

Scenic Canyon Float
THE LANDSCAPE

Scenic Canyon Float

The run threads a canyonine stretch of the Provo River, where shade, rock walls and frequent splashes frame the float—an easy, sun-relieving way to experience Utah river scenery.

Guides Focused on Safety and Fun
THE CREW

Guides Focused on Safety and Fun

Professionally trained guides lead every trip, managing the raft or kayak so guests can relax into the scenery while the crew handles safety and logistics.

Raft or Inflatable Kayak
THE ROUTE

Raft or Inflatable Kayak

Participants choose between a six-person raft for groups and a two-person inflatable kayak for a closer-to-the-water experience—both craft are offered for the same canyon float.

What the day feels like

What the Float Feels Like

This is a shared river day: you climb into a raft or kayak, push into the current and move downstream beneath canyon walls, with guides setting the pace and keeping the experience safe and social. Expect uncomplicated, splash-forward river fun and long enough scenery to make photographs and memories.

Scenic Canyon Float

THE LANDSCAPE

Scenic Canyon Float

The run threads a canyonine stretch of the Provo River, where shade, rock walls and frequent splashes frame the float—an easy, sun-relieving way to experience Utah river scenery.

Guides Focused on Safety and Fun

THE CREW

Guides Focused on Safety and Fun

Professionally trained guides lead every trip, managing the raft or kayak so guests can relax into the scenery while the crew handles safety and logistics.

Raft or Inflatable Kayak

THE ROUTE

Raft or Inflatable Kayak

Participants choose between a six-person raft for groups and a two-person inflatable kayak for a closer-to-the-water experience—both craft are offered for the same canyon float.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this float suits—and how craft capacity shapes the fit.

1
Active FamiliesA six-person raft accommodates family groups and multiple kids in a single boat, and the operator explicitly offers child pricing, making this a family-oriented float option.
2
Small Groups & Friend CirclesGroups of friends can load into a six-person raft for a social float, or split into two-person kayaks for paired experiences—boat capacities suit both arrangements.
3
CouplesCouples who prefer a more intimate, hands-on float can opt for the two-person inflatable kayak designed for paired paddling.
4
Mixed-Age PartiesMixed groups benefit from the variety of craft sizes—larger rafts for those preferring a group ride and two-person kayaks for those wanting extra water contact—allowing operators to place participants by ability and preference.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Boat Options & Gear

Trips are offered using either a six-person raft or a two-person inflatable kayak—these are the primary craft choices provided by the operator.

What to Expect at Booking

When you reserve, select your craft type (six-person raft or two-person inflatable kayak) so the operator can arrange appropriate staffing and equipment.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How much does Provo River Rafting cost?

Rates are $65 per adult and $50 per child.

Who operates the trips?

The trips are run by Provo River Rafting.

What craft options are available?

Guests choose between a six-person raft and a two-person inflatable kayak.

Are guides provided?

Yes—professionally trained guides lead the trips and prioritize participant safety and enjoyment.

What is the main appeal of the trip?

The float highlights the scenic canyon stretches of the Provo River, offering shade, rock walls and frequent splashes for a memorable river experience.