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2020Rates & Dates 2021Rates & Dates 2020 Rates & Dates GRAND CANYON 6-7 DAY 4 DAY RANCH 3 DAY ARIZONA » TRIP MIN. GRAND CANYON LENGTH: TRIP DEPARTURE DATES: AGE: MEETING PLACE RATES: Grand Canyon 6 or 7 Day 6 Days/ May 2, 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 12 Las Vegas, Nevada May-Sept: $2950 Unparalleled scenery, exhilarating whitewater 5 Nights June 9, 16, 18, 23, 24 or Marble Canyon, on the Colorado River, excellent hikes, July 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29 Arizona helicopter transfer out of the canyon, scenic August 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 29, 30 return flight to Las Vegas or Marble Canyon, September 1 Arizona. 7 Days/ Las Vegas, Nevada • Las Vegas to Marble Canyon, Arizona 6 Nights April 1, 7, 13, 22, 29, 30 or Marble Canyon, April-Sept: $3280 charter flight: $280 June 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 24, 30 July 1 Arizona September 1, 2, 8, 9, 11 Grand Canyon 4 Day/Bar 10 Ranch 4 Days/ May 5, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 31 9 Las Vegas, Nevada May-Sept: $1870 Flight from Las Vegas to canyon rim, 1-night at 3 Nights June 7, 8, 13, 15, 21, 22, 27, 28 Bar 10 Ranch, horseback ride, helicopter July 5, 6, 11, 12, 19, 25, 26, 27 into the canyon, 3-day rafting trip, motor coach August 1, 2, 9, 10, 15, 16, 23, 24, 29, 30 return to Las Vegas. September 2, 3, 6, 7, 14 Grand Canyon 3 Day 3 Days/ April 7, 13, 19, 28 9 Las Vegas, Nevada Flight from Las Vegas to the canyon rim, 2 Nights May 5, 7, 10, 11, 17, 24, 31 April-Sept: $1540 helicopter into the canyon, moderate June 1, 8, 15, 16, 21, 28, 30 whitewater, beautiful scenery and waterfalls, July 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 27 motor coach return to Las Vegas. August 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 30, 31 September 6, 14, 15, 17 2021 Rates & Dates GRAND CANYON 6-7 DAY 4 DAY RANCH 3 DAY ARIZONA » TRIP MIN. GRAND CANYON LENGTH: TRIP DEPARTURE DATES: AGE: MEETING PLACE RATES: Grand Canyon 6 or 7 Day 6 Days/ May 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 12 Las Vegas, Nevada May-Sept: $3065 Unparalleled scenery, exhilarating whitewater 5 Nights June 1, 8, 15, 17, 22, 23, 29 30 or Marble Canyon, on the Colorado River, excellent hikes, July 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 Arizona helicopter transfer out of the canyon, scenic Aug 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 28, 29 return flight to Las Vegas or Marble Canyon, Arizona. 7 Days/ April 1, 7, 15, 21, 28, 29 Las Vegas, Nevada • Las Vegas to Marble Canyon, Arizona 6 Nights June 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 23, 29 or Marble Canyon, April-Sept: $3400 charter flight: $295 Aug 31 Arizona Sept 1, 7, 8, 10, 15 Grand Canyon 4 Day/Bar 10 Ranch 4 Days/ May 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 9 Las Vegas, Nevada May-Sept: $1925 Flight from Las Vegas to canyon rim, 1-night at 3 Nights June 6, 12, 13, 14, 20, 26, 27, 28 Bar 10 Ranch, horseback ride, helicopter July 4, 10, 11, 18, 25, 26, 31 into the canyon, 3-day rafting trip, motor coach Aug 1, 8, 9, 15, 22, 23, 28, 29 return to Las Vegas. Sept 2, 5, 12, 13, 15, 20 Grand Canyon 3 Day 3 Days/ April 7, 13, 21, 27 9 Las Vegas, Nevada Flight from Las Vegas to the canyon rim, 2 Nights May 4, 5, 9, 10, 16, 23, 31 April-Sept: $1600 helicopter into the canyon, moderate June 6, 8, 15, 20, 22, 27 whitewater, beautiful scenery and waterfalls, July 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 motor coach return to Las Vegas. Aug 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 Sept 2, 7, 14, 21 PLEASE REFER TO WESTERNRIVER.COM FOR PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION INFORMATION. Western River Expeditions HOURS: Mon-Fri 7:00am—6:00pm MST TOLL-FREE: 800-453-7450 7258 Racquet Club Drive EMAIL: [email protected] LOCAL: 801-942-6669 Salt Lake City, Utah 84121 ONLINE: www.westernriver.com FAX: 801–942–8514 2020 Rates & Dates UTAH COLORADO & GREEN RIVERS PACKAGE TRIPS UTAH » TRIP MIN. COLORADO & GREEN RIVERS LENGTH: TRIP DEPARTURE DATES: AGE: MEETING PLACE RATES: Cataract Canyon Classic ~ 4 Days/ May 19, 26 10 - 12 Moab, Utah Adult: $1625 Class III-V whitewater on the Colorado River 3 Nights June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Youth: $1195 through Canyonlands National Park, daily July 7, 14, 21, 28 (includes return flight) riverside points of interest/hikes, scenic Aug 4, 11, 18, 25 return flight to Moab over National Park. Cataract Canyon Express ~ 2 Days/ May 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27, 29 12 Moab, Utah Adults & Youth : $795 Ideal quick escape! Raft the same 100 miles 1 Night June 1, 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29 (includes bus return) as the Cataract Classic trip, but in only 2 days July 1, 3, 6, 8, 10 aboard a higher-speed motorized raft. Return to Moab by bus. Desolation Canyon Adventure ~ 5 Days/ June 7, 14, 21, 27, 30 5 Moab, Utah Adult: $1745 Incredible scenic flight from Moab to 4 Nights July 8, 16, 22, 28 Youth: $1075 spectacular wilderness canyon, over 60 August 1, 5, 9, 12 (includes flight) moderate class II-III rapids on the Green River, outlaw and Indian history, large beaches. UTAH » TRIP MIN. MULTISPORT ADVENTURES LENGTH: TRIP DEPARTURE DATES: AGE: MEETING PLACE RATES: Southwest Sampler ~ 4 Days/ May 26 5 Moab, Utah Adult: $715 2 Nights at Gonzo Inn, Arches National Park Tour, 3 Nights June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Youth: $615 Hummer® Safari, 2-Day/1 Night Colorado River July 7, 14, 21, 28 trip with class II rafting and scenic float, August 4, 11, 18, 25 all transfers. Westwater Canyon Multi-Sport ~ 4 Days/ April 23 12 Moab, Utah Adult: $725 (13+) 3 Nights at Red Cliffs Lodge, optional horse- 3 Nights May 24, 29, 31 Youth: $695 (age 12) back ride in Castle Valley, Hummer® Safari, June 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 25, 28, 29, 30 full-day class III-IV whitewater on Colorado July 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 24, 26, 28, 30, 31 River through Westwater Canyon. August 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 30 September 13 2020 Rates & Dates COSTA RICA COSTA RICA » TRIP MIN. PACUARE RIVER LENGTH: TRIP DEPARTURE DATES: AGE: MEETING PLACE RATES: Pacuare Lodge & More 9 Days/ January 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31 12 San Jose, Costa Adult: from $3705 Stay in a variety of luxurious lodging options 8 Nights February 3, 8, 10, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 Rica (Prices may vary as you tour the best of Costa Rica. Raft to and March 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 21, 25, 27 based on lodging from the acclaimed Pacuare Lodge, soak in April 1, 24, 29 details at time of hot springs at the foot of Arenal Volcano, and May 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29 booking). explore the Pacific Coast beaches and jungles June 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26 in Manuel Antonio National Park. July 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31 August 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 Custom Dates Available Year Round September 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30 Please contact the reservations manager October 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 for specific date requests. November 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 PLEASE REFER TO WESTERNRIVER.COM FOR PAYMENT AND CANCELLATION INFORMATION. Western River Expeditions HOURS: Mon-Fri 7:00am—6:00pm MST TOLL-FREE: 800-453-7450 7258 Racquet Club Drive EMAIL: [email protected] LOCAL: 801-942-6669 Salt Lake City, Utah 84121 ONLINE: www.westernriver.com FAX: 801–942–8514 2020 Rates & Dates IDAHO OREGON IDAHO » TRIP MIN. SALMON & SNAKE RIVERS LENGTH: TRIP DEPARTURE DATES: AGE: MEETING PLACE RATES: Main Salmon River 5 Days/ June 18, 26 7-12 Boise, Idaho Adult: $1790 89 miles of beautiful alpine wilderness, class III 4 Nights July 4, 12, 20, 28 or Salmon, Idaho Youth: $1045 rapids July-Sep, class IV rapids in June, short August 5, 13, 21, 29 hikes to hot springs, ghost towns and more. September 6 Lower Salmon River 5 Days/ July (6, 13, 20, 27) (12, 19, 26)* 5-10 Lewiston, Idaho Adult: $1495 Spectacular white sand beaches, moderate 4 Nights Aug (3, 10, 17, 24, 31) (2, 9, 16, 23, 30)* Youth: $1295 whitewater, historic Nez Perce Indian sites, “River Jester” for kids on *Sunday departures. *Family Magic Trip Dates (can only go with kids)! Middle Fork Salmon River 5 Days/ June 1, 10 (min age: 12) 7-12 Stanley, Idaho Adult: $1990–$2460 3,000 foot descent through the middle of the 4 Nights Youth: $1890–$2270 River of No Return Wilderness, class IV-V rapids in June, class III-IV rapids July-Sep, 6 Days/ June 19, 28 (min age: 12) hikes to waterfalls and hot springs. 5 Nights July 6, 14, 22, 30 (min age: 7) August 7, 15, 23, 31 (min age: 7) OREGON » TRIP MIN. ROGUE RIVER LENGTH: TRIP DEPARTURE DATES: AGE: MEETING PLACE RATES: Rogue River Lodge to Lodge 3 Days/ June 4, 5, 13, 20, 27 5 Merlin, Oregon Adult: $995–$1,095 Stay in remote riverside lodges each night, 2 Nights July 4, 11, 18, 25 Youth: $895–$995 raft through the heart of the Rogue River August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 30 Wilderness with breathtaking scenery, wildlife, and fun, intermediate rapids.
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