Raft and Rappel
We’ve partnered with Cascade Canyon Guides to give you a full day of fun activities in one package deal Start your morning exploring the rugged beauty of the Lower Deschutes River canyons with a guided hike and rappelling experience. Then, beat the afternoon heat with a refreshing half-day rafting trip on the river. both Excursions happen just outside of Maupin, OR
Round-trip
scenic flight & white water raft
With our partner Envi Adventures, fly from Troutdale Airport on a non-stop flight straight to Maupin, Oregon for a fun day of flying and white water rafting with Deschutes River Adventures! Once you arrive, you will board a shuttle into town where you will check in for your rafting adventure down the Deschutes River.
This half-day excursion lasts approximately 3 1/2 hours and covers 13 miles that includes multiple Class III rapids including Boxcar rapid and Class IV Oak Springs rapid.
Once you are done on the river, you will be brought back to the airport for a quick and scenic flight back to Troutdale!
Frequently asked questions
Where does this trip meet?
The first part of your exciting day, the rappelling portion, meets at 8:30 am at the Nena Day Use Area in Maupin, OR
After rappelling, you’ll drive about 15 minutes to the Deschutes River Adventures raft shop in downtown Maupin to pick up your sack lunch and check in for your 1:30 pm rafting trip. There is a park across the street where you can hang out and enjoy lunch.
What is the maximum group size allowed?
We need at least 4 people to make a Raft and Rappel trip happen and we can accomodate groups up to 10. If you have a larger group than 10, please call us to discuss options.
What are the physical requirements of rappeling and whitewater rafting?
Pre Requisites for this Rappelling adventure:
– Able to hike 3 miles
– Able to hike on steep, rocky and slippery terrain
– Able to carry a 10lb pack
Pre Requisites for whitewater rafting the Deschutes river:
– Able to walk on uneven, rocky terrain at the put-in and takeout
– Able to sit in a raft with your knees bent to 90 degrees for extended periods of time
– Some swimming knowledge reccommended. You’ll be wearing a lifejacket the whole time so you don’t need to be an expert swimmer, but there is always a possibility of falling out of the raft and into the river. it’s not a frequent occurance and our expert guides always do their best to keep everyone in the raft.
What is canyoning?
Canyoning is a technical, team sport that requires specific equipment, skills and expertise to descend otherwise impassable canyons.
This is done by rappelling, swimming, sliding, down-climbing, hiking & wading.
Canyoning is truly for anyone willing to demonstrate the respect it merits. We all have different skills and canyoning gives every one of us a chance to succeed in different ways. Also, it’s really FUN!
How old kids need to be?
We take kids who are 7 years old and up and weigh at least 45 lbs. They have a blast!
Are the trips and times flexible?
Because this is a special collaboration with Cascade Canyon Guides and Deschutes River Adventures, our timing is not flexible. We’re currently offering this trip only at the 8:30 am start time. The Rappelling is from 8:30 – 12 pm and the Rafting is from 1:30 – 5 pm, with a sack lunch break in between. A full day of adventures for under $200? Wooohooo!