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Travel through Grand Canyon's towering walls then hike out to the South Rim
Upper Canyon Oar Powered
6 Day Upper Grand Canyon Oar Powered Expedition
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- 89 miles of rafting from Lees Ferry to Phantom Ranch
- Pre-trip stay at Cliff Dwellers or another lodge (double occupancy provided complimentary)
- 9.5 mile hike up Bright Angel Trail
- minimum age 12 years old
“I loved every one of the guides on our trip. They were professional, knowledgeable, and well qualified to handle every situation.” – Nancy B.
2025 Regular Rate
Cost per person
$2958
2026 Regular Rate
Cost per person
$2958
What to Expect
Learn more about what to expect on a Grand Canyon rafting trip with Hatch:
The Bright Angel Trail
On the last day of your trip you’ll be up before the sun to hike the Bright Angel Trail from near Phantom Ranch all the way up to the South Rim of Grand Canyon. This all day hike is 9.5 miles long, mandatory, and strenuous, so make sure you prepare in advance! The trade off for all that work is the incredible views you’ll get as you turn around to see where you’ve been. This trip is only recommended for experienced hikers.
Transportation and Lodging
Hatch Books:
- Your pre-trip lodging in Marble Canyon, AZ
You Book:
- Transportation to Marble Canyon - make sure to arrive the night BEFORE your launch date!
- Transportation away from Grand Canyon’s South Rim for after your hike out
Get your trip packet!
Looking for specific details about what to pack, where to go, and how to prepare? Download the Upper Canyon Oar Powered trip packet for the complete run-down.*
*If you’ve already booked, check the “View Info and Documents” section of your Activity Manager for this information. Your Activity Manager link is in your email!
Upper Canyon
Sample Itinerary
Get an idea of what your trip could look like. Note: This is a sample only. We can never guarantee specific stops.
Weather Forecast
Wondering what to bring and wear on the Colorado River? Check the weather before your trip so you can make last minute adjustments!
7 Day Forecast
Click here for the 7 day forecast for Phantom Ranch at the bottom of Grand Canyon.
Safety Tips
Stay hydrated and protect yourself from the sun with sunscreen and a hat.
Not up for a long hike?
Testimonials
Our guides were fantastic! They were incredibly knowledgeable, personable, and overall, helped make the experience GREAT!
I loved every one of the guides on our trip. They were professional, knowledgeable, and well qualified to handle every situation.
All of the guides on our trip were amazing. Kelsey is a natural leader and the rest of the guys all brought something special to the trip. We will definitely be booking again in the future.
The guides were so knowledgable about the geology, history, and ecology of the canyon, as well as being kind and thoughtful about the needs of guests. It was a pleasure to get to know them on the trip!
No hesitation to recommend Hatch to anyone interested in a rafting experiencd
All the guides were knowledgeable, friendly, well organized and a pleasure!
I appreciated the constant flow of information to prepare me for the trip. The guides were knowledgeable, professional, and fun. It was my first trip and had a blast.
Wind and sand were a problem. I would have better prepared if I had known that it could be a problem.
One of the best experiences I’ve ever had. Magical place, great guides.
All of the guides were FABULOUS! Each one provided a unique and very knowledgeable experience for us. Rafting was great! Food was awesome! Loved it all!!!