Grand Canyon rafting reviews from 2025

Read our favorite customer reviews from Hatch’s 2025 Grand Canyon rafting trips

 

As the 2026 Grand Canyon rafting season draws nearer, we wanted to look back at some of the best things guests told us about their Hatch trips in 2025. We like to think that we’re in the business of selling fun, so we love to hear from guests who tell us we did exactly that! 

Some themes that come up again and again in our favorite reviews from 2025 include: 

• A trip that exceeded all expectations
• Hatch logistics and planning being seamless
• People recommending Hatch to anyone who will listen
• Guests returning after decades to bring the younger generations of their families on new Grand Canyon rafting adventures
• Absolutely incredible, personable, multi-talented guides
• Awesome food!

 

Without further ado… the reviews:

“If someone is on the fence about which guided trip to take down the Grand Canyon, then I assure you to look no further than Hatch. Professional, safe, fun, amazing food and service. Great side hikes and exceptional service. This crew is solid and inclusive! What an amazing experience!”

– Tina B., 7 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

“We do a lot of adventure travel, from the Galapagos to Manchu Picchu, and this is the most incredible trip ever. We loved every minute of it, including the cowboy camping, the delicious meals, the amazing canyon itself, stars at night, playing kupp in the camp, side canyon hikes to waterfalls, the wildlife, the cold river on a hot day, the history of the canyon, the Bright Angel hike into the canyon, the rapport among everyone in the group. None of this could happen without the planning and preparation your company puts into this seemless experience. THANK YOU! Everyone in my group kept giving me credit for how great it was, kept thanking me for inviting them, since I invited our group of 6 to go, but it was all what you did for us. We agreed that the trip was a ten out of ten. Wow, wow, wow!”

 

– Heidi Y., 7 Day Lower Canyon Oar Powered Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“EPIC! The views, the complete disconnect from the rest of the world, the pushing of my emotional limits, the exhilarating rafting…was EPIC! So much fun.”

 

– Theresa M., 12 Day Full Canyon Oar Powered Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“This trip redefined my idea of travel and adventure”

 

– Dustin L., 7 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

“This trip significantly exceeded my expectations. Everyone who floats the GC has the same scenery, but I truly believe our trip was much better than most due to Hatch River Expeditions and the top quality, experience of the company and its staff.”

 

– Steve W., 8 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“I still feel like it was a dream…..”

 

– Janey P., 12 Day Full Canyon Oar Powered Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

“8 stars out of 5 !!! [The guides] were the hardest, working young people I’ve seen in a long time.”

 

– Geoff M., 7 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

“In my opinion, the guides are what make the experience so special and outstanding. I/we never felt unsafe or uninformed at any point on my trip in an environment that, while beautiful and exciting, is truly inhospitable and dangerous. [They] set the tone of the trip and were the main reason it was a spectacular adventure. I cannot emphasize how much of a role they play in the experience.”

 

 – Allen C., 4 Day Lower Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“Fantastic rafting but the off water side trips and camping made it a total Canyoning experience for me. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

 

– Dave B., 9 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“Top to bottom everyone works so hard, it is memorable every time. Once in a lifetime for many of my friends, and I’m fortunate to already be planning my 5th trip in 2027. The group stoke is high, and all the post trip photo and memory sharing proves it.”

 

– Andy H.,  8 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“Fantastic trip!! Everything went smoothly (except for the rapids – those were bumpy!), the food was great with my allergies, and the guides were fantastic.”

 

– Autumn P., 7 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“Loved that Steve Hatch greeted us for the initial connection! Food was great, the guide skill sets complemented each other, the logistics were top-notch! Stunningly simplistic because it was so well coordinated. Loved that Hatch had priority for the helicopter pad (we got first dibs on showers at the Bar 10 Ranch)! I was so proud to be with Hatch when we came into contact with other outfitter groups. Our group and guides seemed happy and engaged, while other outfitters did not have the same positive vibe. Every trip is different, but had to share how, when compared to others, it appeared that Hatch was still the best on and off the River! Virtual High Fives all around!!”

 

– Jody M., 7 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“I wish there was an adjective more expansive than ‘excellent.’ Our guides were beyond competent, considerate, knowledgeable, and hard-working.”

 

 – Howard G., 4 Day Lower Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“Absolutely incredible team with a hugely diverse skill set. They’re rafters, mechanics, naturalists, storytellers, short order cooks and anthropologists all rolled into one package. Incredible people all around.”

 

– Brian S., 7 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“Guides were AWESOME!!! Skilled, fun, knowledgeable, addressed any issue in a discrete way, always made you feel they will do anything to make sure you have fun and feel safe.”

 

– Batya L., 7 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“I asked several other travelers what the Hatch team could have done better and no one could come up with a single suggestion.”

 

– Michael C., 7 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“It’s clear that Hatch has a system for conducting river expeditions, and that system works. I often observed that a great deal of thought had been put into all aspects of the trip. I was impressed by the logistical arrangements, the safety preparations, the pacing of the trip, and the quality, quantity, and variety of the meals.”

 

– Schuyler E., 7 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“100/10! Once in a lifetime, unforgettable trip. Guides were amazing, food was incredible, and nature was unmatched!”

 

– Siena L., 7 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“The guides exceeded my expectations! So many skills beyond the excellent boatmanship, culinary skills, rope skills, hiking skills, and the depth of knowledge of the geology and history of the canyon!! Banjo skills, too! Even a hint of “mother hen” to keep us safe and healthy!”

 

– Louise B., 12 Day Full Canyon Hiking Focused Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

“I can’t say enough about your/our guides! They all went above and beyond to make our trip as comfortable as possible during some challenging weather. Every one worked so hard, always maintaining a positive attitude even when cooking & celebrating Cinco de Mayo in pouring rain. Best guacamole ever! Sharing their vast knowledge of the Canyon, they educated us with history, funny stories, scary stories and so much more. They even impressed several geologists on board with their expertise.”

 

– Paula C., 12 Day Full Canyon Hiking Focused Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“I will remember this trip for a long time. Hatch took care of all the logistics seamlessly so that we could fully immerse in the experience of rafting the GC, hiking, camping etc.”

 

– John H., 9 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

“I did this trip with Hatch with my family in 1979 when I was 15 and it was unforgettable. I wanted to repeat the trip with my kids, so I organized a trip with several other family friends. It exceeded all expectations and I highly recommend this trip with Hatch. They have been doing this for a long time and really have it dialed. The boat is comfortable with many options for seating that includes the “bath tub” for the full whitewater experience up front or the “tea room” where you can comfortably enjoy the rapids and stay a little more dry. The meals were excellent and they provide all that is needed to make for a very enjoyable experience.”

 

– Richard R., 7 Day Full Canyon Motorized Grand Canyon Rafting Trip

“Unbelievable experience! The camaraderie built during the trip was phenomenal. I will recommend Hatch to anyone looking for a great adventure experience!”

 

– Mark S., 12 Day Full Canyon Oar PoweredGrand Canyon Rafting Trip

 

 

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