Spend a day in the great outdoors and experience the Chihuahua Desert during this canyon float tour. Paddle along the Rio Grande River, which straddles the US-Mexico border, in a kayak, canoe, or rafts—dependent on the water level—and take in the desert scenery. Learn about the area’s geology from your guide, take a dip in the river, and enjoy a picnic over the course of the day.

Enjoy a relaxing day floating on the Rio Grande
All necessary equipment and instruction is provided
Bring your own food and drinks to enjoy by the water
Learn about the region’s history from your guide

What To Expect

Terlingua

The tour starts in Terlingua, TX. As we ride in vans to the river learn about the cultural history, geology, flora and fauna of the Chihuahuan Desert. Once at the river we will get outfitted in PFD’s (personal floatation devices) and pack cameras and other valuables into dry bags. We will do a safety briefing and paddling instruction talk. After several hours of floating we will stop on the side of the river for a picnic and swim. You are responsible to pack a lunch and water bottle, we will have water to refill your bottles and coolers for your food. Alcoholic beverages are allowed in cans. We will continue our float down the international boundary.We typically return to Terlingua around 4:30 p.m.
7 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

Include

All equipment to float the river will be provided: boats, PFD- personal floatation device, paddle, and a dry bag to keep your valuables in
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes

Exclude

Lunch