My sister and I did the ‘sporty and sweet’ kayak tour down the Verde River. We had a gorgeous, sunny and breezy day and a great tour guide going down.
Great For Beginners
Kid-friendly
Fun Mini Rapids
Ride the Little Rapids on the Verde River
This is a great opportunity to get a taste of boating on the Verde River while you visit Sedona. Our Sporty and Sweet Trip is perfect for first-time boaters, kids, or those with limited amounts of time. So hop on board and start your self-guided adventure in one of our three boat offerings! No experience is necessary on this half-day, self-guided, wild and scenic river trip where you can enjoy the privacy and beauty of Arizona’s great outdoors.
Highlights
Enjoy the exclusivity of small-scale private trips of 2-10 people with your friends and family
Feel safe in your own private, stable and easy to use inflatable kayak
Be your own guide on this exclusive scenic Verde River experience
Ideal socially-distanced activity in an open-air environment
Trip Info
Spuddy kayaks (kids 7-12) price
Beginner kayaks for kids strong enough to paddle.
- Weekdays (Mon – Thurs): $56.94
- Weekends (Fri – Sun): $61.95
Solo - ages 13+ price
*Price will vary based upon availability
- Weekdays (Mon – Thurs): $69.75
- Weekends (Fri – Sun): $75.94
Tandem - adult & child (ages 3-12) price
*Price will vary based upon availability
- Weekdays (Mon – Thurs): $140.81
- Weekends (Fri – Sun): $153.50
Departure time
10:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm
Meeting point
Alcantara Vineyard
Availability
Please check our calendar for full details
Duration
2.5 to 3.5 hours
Group size
2-10 people
Participation requirements
Solo Kayak – 13+
Spuddie Kayak – ages 7-12 (depends on size and strength)
Tandem – ages 3-12 with adult
Your experience starts when you meet us at the Alcantara Vineyards (this is also where the river trip ends).
We’ll then take you on a 15-minute shuttle ride from our parking area to where your boats and the Verde River await.
Then, the shuttle guide will then provide you with safety and paddling instructions. Your small intimate party then hops in kayaks on a gorgeous floating scenic stretch of the Verde River. It has just enough baby chutes and riffles to add a bit of excitement without ruffling any feathers.
When your river trip is over, your vehicle is waiting for you at the take-out area of Alcantara Vineyards. If you are headed for the Predator Zip Line, Out of Africa or the Verde Canyon Railroad for the afternoon, this two-hour river adventure is a perfect way to start your adventure-filled day.
What to Bring:
- Clothing that is suitable for the weather conditions.
- Change of clothing for after the trip (expect to get wet), which you can leave in your vehicle.
- Shoes or sandals that can get wet, sunhat, sunglasses and strap, sunscreen, plastic ziplock for phones, camera, and whatever else you need to keep dry.
- Water bottle and quick snacks.
What to Know:
- We thoroughly clean and disinfect all our equipment after each use.
- Everyone’s safety is our greatest concern and we adhere to any social distancing measures in place.
People Love Adventuring With Us
Husband and I went on the sporty and sweet river trip. Our guide Christina provided us with interesting facts on the wildlife, history, and geography of the area with great energy and humor. I would recommend this trip for anyone looking for a peaceful and relaxing experience.
I am not a sporty or athletic person and this trip was so fun!!! We live in AZ and will definitely be doing it again. Everyone was really nice and the trip went off without a hitch.
