This wilderness trip is in the warm sun of southern Texas and goes to the Mexican border. The river winds through the solitude and silence of deep chasms, rocky flats and desert mountains. The water is baked in the southern sun to a temperature of 70 degrees with daytime highs of 60 to 90 degrees. The desert spring bloom during March and April adds a special dimension to this journey into southern wilderness. This river section has been Designated Wild and Scenic and has quiet water stretches and good rapids, fascinating hikes to old homesteads and to the mysterious Candelilla ruins. The pace offers time to perfect boating and kaykaking skills with instruction or to relax on the rafts.
Trip Details
Duration
7 Days
Location
Rio Grande, Lower Canyons
Season
March - April
Trip Type
Paddle & Oar
Nearest City
250 Miles from Midland, TX
Physical Condition Required
Good
Destination(s)
Chihuahua, Mexico Texas, United States
Rated Classes
II-III
Guest Capacity
20
Minimum Age Limit
5
Distance Traveled
90 Miles in 7 Days
Inflatable Kayaks
Yes, With Instruction Provided
Hard Shell Kayaks
Yes, With Instruction Provided
Additional Activities
Swimming, Off River Hiking/Exploring, Volleyball, Horseshoes, Spring Break Trips
Dining
All Meals Included - Special Diets Accommodated With Prior Notice; Vegetarian Options Also Available
About Liquor
Wine Provided or BYOB for Evening
Rates
$898.00 - $998.00per personCurrency Converter (Rates shown are in US Dollars. Rates and terms are subject to change.)
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Trip Itinerary
Days 1-7: This excellent Spring Break trip offers the novice to intermediate kayaker the opportunity to advance their skills in warm water and weather. Meeting and pick up from Midland Texas lodging at 7:30am on Day 1. Dvoraks will transport group to the river about four-hour drive. Launch late afternoon to first night's camp. All meals from Dinner Day 1 through lunch last day are included.
The next seven days will include hikes, hot springs to swim, paddling kayaks, relax on oar rafts, reading, napping and general river play. You will most likely have one layover day or an extra few hours for enjoying a hot springs soak. Camping equipment can be rented or bring your own. Fishing is "Catfish" and you need a Texas license to try your luck at these 20-80 pound wonders!
On the last day, lunch at the finish point, load up the gear and travel back to Midland, TX, to your lodging. You should not plan your return flight until the Sunday morning. Trip back to Midland is about 4.5 hours.
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