We know what it takes to make family rafting vacations fun. First and foremost, families need to be safe. Parents need to feel comfortable that the level of the river is suitable for the ages of their children. The descriptions below will give you a better idea of which family trip is perfect for you.

One Day Fisher Towers Trip - This section of the Colorado River is for families who want the experience of a introductory family rafting trip in a beautiful setting, yet don't have time to spend on a multi-day trip. Children as young as four years old can ride in the larger rafts, while the more adventurous can have hands on experience in the inflatable kayaks.

Overnight Fisher Towers Trip - Add one of the most spectacular campsites on the river to the one-day trip and have a camping experience you won't soon forget. An ideal family trip!

Desolation/Gray Canyon Green River trip - This section of the Green River is the ideal trip for families with a little more vacation time and kids ages 5 or 6. Introductory to intermediate whitewater rafting trip, a few rapids everyday, and hands-on use of inflatable kayaks give everyone the opportunity for adventure.

Main Salmon Idaho - Fabulous for families is the only way to describe this section of the Salmon River in Idaho. First of the season an intermediate to advanced white water rafting trip is a "must do" activity for adventurous teens and adults. July and August bring intermediate whitewater and hands-on participation in inflatable kayaks for everyone age 6 and up.

Westwater Canyon - This section combines the explosive whitewater of the Colorado River with the beauty of a deep, narrow canyon. With most launches on taking place on Fridays, it is a perfect weekend getaway for those busy families with teenagers or an adults only escape. Intermediate whitewater makes this a great trip for ages 10 and up. Depending on the water level and interest within the group, paddle boats are used in Westwater Canyon.

Cataract Canyon - For families with older children, an early season trip on this section of the Colorado River can give you some of the best whitewater rafting in the West. As the water levels drop, kids as young as 7 or 8 can build their dream sand castles on the numerous sand bars that appear and still have fun on this intermediate white water rafting trip. Depending on the water levels, inflatable kayaks are used in later season trips on the first 10 rapids.

Family Pricing
Another aspect for families to keep in mind is cost. In today's world it is more important than ever for families to spend time together, but in today's economy it is increasingly difficult for families to afford. We know how expensive it is to vacation with a family and have established the best family rates in the industry, if you can find a better deal, we will beat it!

Family Oriented Guides
With your family safely on the river, now it's time to have fun; and we know how to have fun! Our guides love their work and having fun is an integral part of that love. World Wide guides are individuals whose enthusiasm and creativity help make your adventure complete. Our guides help your kids make their own discoveries about nature and the environment they're experiencing by providing hands-on activities and games, (visit our Kids' Art page). Parents can join in on the fun or savor some quiet time relaxing with the knowledge that their children are being well cared for.

Family Philosophy
Vision. Expertise. Integrity. Quality. These are a few of the reasons we've been a leader in the rafting industry for more than 30 years. Nevertheless, we have another distinction that few others can claim: a commitment to, and understanding of, the special needs of families. Many of our competitors claim to have the same philosophy, but we practice what we preach.

"Family owned and operated" is not just a catch phrase for our brochure; our family knowledge comes from personal experience. We have five children and they travel with us and are growing up on the river. And we know that taking children with you when you travel can be an immensely rewarding experience -- or just the opposite!

When you think of what it takes to get ready for even an overnight trip with your kids, it can be pretty daunting to imagine planning a family rafting vacation. That's where we come in. Rafting vacations is our business, we do the planning, we take care of the details. Your job? Have a fantastic time! So join us. Travel with us off the beaten path and share experiences that your family will never forget.