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PRO RAFTING TOURS
Your 5-STAR Provo River Rafting & Kayaking Outfitter
Utah County's Most Popular Premium River Outfitter
RIVER RAFTING • RIVER TUBING • KAYAKING • ZIPLINE • BIKING
Top-rated rafting outfitter
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PROVO RIVER TUBING
Ages 12+, River Shuttle & Safe Parking, Watercraft, PFDs & Paddle
Provo River tubing can be fun & it can be dangerous. We have a great tubing alternative for you! Have a blast going on our safe, custom-made, heavy-duty 2-person boats!
PROVO RIVER RAFTING
Ages 2+, May - October, River Shuttle & Safe Parking, Watercraft, PFDs & Paddle
Paddle a raft as a team with friends & family on this river stretch with beautiful scenery & Class I – II rapids. One of the most fun things to do in Northern Utah in the summer!
PROVO RIVER KAYAKING
Ages 5+, May - October, River Shuttle & Safe Parking, Watercraft, PFDs & Paddle
Have a blast in your own stable, lightweight & easy-to-use one-person or two-person kayak as you paddle through the canyon. Fun splashes & available all summer long.
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RIVER TRIPS & ACTIVITIES
River tubing, rafting, kayaking, & more! The BEST float trip pricing for exciting Utah river adventures!
SPECIALTY RAFTING TOURS
Experience unique rafting trips designed to treat you to the magic of the river canyon all summer long!
GROUP TRIPS & PACKAGE TOURS
Budget-friendly youth group trips to custom company off-sites, birthday parties & special celebrations!
COMBO HALF-DAY TOURS
Combine your river trip with e-bikes, zipline or a historic train ride with a multi-activity combo tour!
PROVO RIVER INFORMATION
• Cost: Starting from $25.00
• Best time to go: May - October
• What to expect: A scenic fun 2-3 hour float trip
• Flexible: All-day time slots with specialty trip times
• Safety: Very safe with our durable boats & trained guides
• Convenient: Free shuttles in Provo River Canyon to Deer Creek State Park dam
• Discounts! Large groups. 10% group size 10-19, larger discounts for 20+
Here's what people are saying ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
WE CARE ABOUT YOUR EXPERIENCE ON THE PROVO RIVER
• 38,788 thrilled rafters!
• 20,090 miles on the Provo River! We named the riffles & rapids!
• 36,245 miles of guiding happy guests - That's A LOT of adventure!
• 98.7% proven satisfaction rate from previous guests
• 168 hours of training each guide completes every year
• 22 steps in our safety & emergency preparedness protocols
"Our small boutique Provo River rafting company prides itself on getting to know your Provo River float trip plans. With that, we design a river trip that's perfect for you & your group. We believe in superior client service without the chaos of long lines, confusion, crowds, untrained staff like what clients deal with at many river outfitters. We talk with you, from the start, when you book your Provo River trip. We give you 100% of our attention. Your experience is important to us. We hope your Provo River rafting trip is fun & memorable."
Donny Hazard
Founder & CEO
Everything we love about the Provo River!
We love the riffles, twists & turns on the Provo River! Rafting is super fun because you paddle its swift water as a team!
We love the beauty in Provo River Canyon! Raft the Provo River with our guides & they'll take time to show you scenery that other outfitters would not show you!
We love the variety of ways to have fun on the Provo River! Your group can choose different inflatable boats on your float trip so YOUR trip is 100% what you want!
Make the Provo River one of your favorite things to do in the summer! Experience this magical mountain river up close while rafting or kayaking!
At Pro Rafting Tours, we are dedicated to guide & outfit you for an exceptional experience. We prioritize your safety & want you to have the BEST trip. Here are 3 reasons why you should join us on a Provo River float trip & why you can confidently trust us. Every one of our guests:
• Receives comprehensive rafting instructions & safety guidelines, plus well-maintained & safety-inspected river gear
• Experiences our efforts to provide seamless & hassle-free river trips through our timely, well-coordinated & efficient operations
• Attention from our team of highly-trained guides who prioritize your safety during every part of your float trip
Frequently Asked Questions about the Provo River
The following is a series of questions from past customers. If you have additional questions, please call us at 801-404-8297 & one of our friendly representatives will be happy to answer all of them.
We offer affordable rates to ensure everyone can enjoy a Provo River float trip:
For our professionally outfitted trips:
Please check our online reservations for prices on several different Provo River trips. There's bound to be a Provo River trip that is right for your group & your budget.
Secure your guided trip reservation now.
Book your self-guided trip now.
Embark on a memorable Provo River rafting & kayaking trip. If you are still getting your group together, you can book your entire group's trip online simply by booking your own ticket. Then, when your group is ready to join your trip, when they book, they can give us your name & trip date/time & we will add them to your trip.
We have taken hundreds of groups & thousands of individual guests in the 15 years we have been commercially operating. We specialize in private charter river tours & vacations on many of the most iconic white water rivers in the US. We bring our big river custom touring style to our day trips & services on the Provo River, Utah & the Kern River, California. If you desire, we will connect you with several references who are past guests.
Yes, indeed. If you have more than 30 people participating, please call us at 801-404-8297. We can provide you with a custom rate that is tailored to your budget & needs.
It's easy!
Book your Provo River trip in 3 simple steps.
STEP 1: Choose Provo River rafting or Provo River kayaking. We offer guided & self-guided 1-trip, 2-trip & specialty tours on the Provo River. Click here to begin your adventure.
STEP 2: Reserve Your Provo River trip securely online.
STEP 3: Embark on your Provo River rafting or kayaking trip. We'll keep you safe & you focus on having the FUN!
The Provo River is swiftly flowing, dam-controlled mountain river with very few eddies. Our trips are on the Lower Provo River & begin at the Provo River Launch Site & end in one of two locations 5.5 to 6 miles downstream. The Provo River has a narrow channel with flow rates that vary based on water release from the Deer Creek Reservoir State Park dam. The water is consistently cold at 45 to 55 degrees so we recommend floating in a raft or kayak with a floor so that you are not submerged in the water for a long period of time. The Provo River is well-known for its world-class trout fly fishing.
North Central Utah. The Provo River originates in the Uinta Mountains in eastern Utah. After descending from the Uintas, it flows west to the Jordanelle Reservoir near Park City in Deer Valley, Utah.
From the Jordanelle Reservoir, the famous fly fishing section, the Middle Provo River, flows through the Heber Valley & past Midway, Utah, to Deer Creek Reservoir State Park.
Exiting from the bottom of Deer Creek Dam, it continues west through Provo River Canyon, passing Sundance Resort, eventually reaching Bridal Veil Falls. It then continues its course through the towns of Provo & Orem & ultimately flows into Utah Lake where it comes to an end.
An interesting fact is that the water from the Provo River never flows out to the ocean. If it flows out of Utah Lake, the water flows north to the Great Salt Lake where in the Great Basin Region, the water is used, evaporates or it sinks into the desert ground.
Our rafting & kayaking float trips on the lower section of the river begin at the Provo River Launch Site, beneath the Deer Creek State Park reservoir dam. We float 5.5 to 6 miles & have two take-out locations in Provo River Canyon near Sundance Resort, Vivian Park & several Utah County & Provo City public parks.
The duration of our Provo River float trips is approximately 2.5-3 hours from start to finish, depending on the water flow rates & the size of your group. Expect to float 5.5 to 6 river miles experiencing the best of what the lower section of the river has to offer. On guided trips, our guides will stop for guests to jump into the water to splash & swim, see the riverside sights & to take photos.
We recommend these things for a comfortable, safe & fun Provo River rafting experience:
- Water bottle (can be brought on the boats & in our shuttle vehicles)
- Camera (if not waterproof or if you bring a phone, bring a watertight case)
- Sunscreen
- Lip balm
- Cash or mobile payment apps for incidentals such as drinks, snacks or guide tips
Be well-prepared with these items to ensure a comfortable & enjoyable rafting adventure.
You will be on the Provo River for approximately 2.5-3 hours, depending on the type of trip you booked, water levels & your group size.
Here's a list of items to wear that may enhance your experience:
- Swimsuit or quick-dry clothing
- Synthetic shirt, rash guard or sports shirt: Opt for synthetic fabrics for warmth & long sleeves to prevent sunburns
- Quick dry shorts or pants
- Footwear such as water sandals with secure straps, wetsuit boots, or running, walking, athletic shoes that you don't mind getting wet
- A hat with a brim to shield your face from the sun
- A jacket, warm long sleeved shirt if you booked an early morning, sunset or evening river trip
- Rain jacket if the weather is rainy because trips will launch in rainy weather when there is no thunder/lightning storm occurring
- Sunglasses with retainer strap
- Sunscreen
By wearing the right clothes for the weather, you'll be well-prepared for a fun & safe river trip
The temperature of the river varies depending on the time of year and location within the river. During the warmer months of late spring to early fall (May to September), the water temperature can range from around 50 degrees Fahrenheit. However, it's important to note that water temperatures can be colder during the colder seasons or at higher elevations.
Because the Provo River emerges from below the Deer Creek Dam, the water is very cold. For this reason, we provide boats that allow you to avoid sitting in the 45 to 50 degree water while you float the Provo River, enhancing your overall experience. We have dedicated the past five years to designing & developing our own custom-made rafts & kayaks, meticulously crafted to be the latest, lightest & most maneuverable boats on the Provo River.
To reserve your raft or inflatable kayak so that you won't have to endure sitting in the frigid 45-degree water, click here.
Our guided rafting trip has a minimum age requirement of 3 years old. For self-guided river trips, the minimum age is 5 years old. We recommend groups with children ages 5 & under to book guided trips.
We warmly welcome families with children of this age & older to join us for a safe & enjoyable adventure on the water. Please feel free to check our river trip details to find the best trip for your children.
Your family's comfort & safety are extremely important to us. If you have any questions about the river's flow rates for the trip dates you are considering & if the river flow is appropriate for your children's ages, please call us at 801-404-8297.
Several resorts are located near the river in Provo, Orem, Heber City & Park City, Utah offering a wide range of accommodations & amenities for visitors.
Popular options include Sundance Mountain Resort, Stein Eriksen Lodge Deer Valley, Montage Deer Valley & The St. Regis Deer Valley.
These resorts provide a variety of lodging choices & are situated conveniently so you can enjoy the attractions & natural beauty of the Wasatch Mountains, Uinta Mountains, Utah Valley, Heber Valley & numerous lakes. You'll enjoy the charm of the small cities & mountain towns that boast fine dining, quaint restaurants, summertime outdoors casual dining & old-fashioned ice cream stands, plus boating, fishing & countless outdoors activities.
Be sure to explore the specific offerings of each resort to find the one that best suits your preferences & travel plans.
The ideal time to float the river is typically during the late spring to early fall months, roughly from May to September.
These months offer warmer weather, suitable water levels & more pleasant conditions for enjoying the Provo River's scenic beauty & recreational activities.
We offer clean, air-conditioned, well-maintained van shuttles with safe drivers.
Before you start your river trip, we will meet you at locations that are convenient in Provo River Canyon.
Our primary meeting location is the Provo River Launch Site, located below the Deer Creek State Park dam. This location can be found on Google Maps. It is part of the Utah State Park & it is managed by State Park rangers. Ample safe parking is available.
You will receive detailed driving & meeting directions with your booking confirmation.
After your river trip, your shuttle driver(s) will shuttle you & your group to your vehicles. It regularly takes 15 minutes to drive from our river take-out point(s) back to where vehicles are parked. This driving time is calculated into your 2.5-3 hour long river trip.
No, you do not need special skills to enjoy rafting & inflatable river kayaking.
At Pro Rafting Tours, we cater to participants of various experience levels, including beginners & more experienced individuals. Our professional guides will provide instructions & ensure your safety throughout your river trip.
All pricing & financial transactions are in United States dollars. Please understand that our trip dates & capacities are limited by the managing agencies & when we accept your payment as your decision to book a trip, we may be announcing that the trip is closed, close to capacity or full & we will be turning away others to book that same trip.
Because this is the case, deposits are not refundable. If you find it necessary to cancel your trip, please notify us as early as possible and we will handle cancellations on a case-by-case basis. You can call us, but we also need a written, dated & signed notice.
We will do our best to offer refunds & credits, however each cancellation & any refunds & credits will be handled case-by-case. Cancellation penalties might range up to 100% of the trip cost, depending on the date of cancellation & specific trip that was booked. We cannot make exceptions for personal emergencies or inclement weather.
If you have any questions about the details of our cancellation policy, please contact one of our Provo River Reservationists at 801-404-8297.
If you cannot make a specific trip for which you originally planned, you may transfer from one trip date to another during the same year depending on availability.
We use a variety of white water grade, durable & stable inflatable watercraft for our river adventures, including: 9 foot D-Drop Rafts, 14 foot rafts, tandem kayaks & one-person kayaks.
We spent 5 years designing our own custom-made rafts & kayaks that have been specifically created to enhance your fun, safety & enjoyment on the Provo River. These are the smallest, lightest & most durable boats on the river. So, if you want to float in the best boats on the water, book your trip today.
Our rafts are designed to accommodate groups of 4 to 8 people, ensuring a comfortable & enjoyable experience for everyone on board.
We meet at various locations in Provo River Canyon depending on your specific trip. Please see your confirmation email for your specific meeting location in Provo River Canyon.
NOTE: Please be advised that we do not meet at our office location, 1145 S. 800 E., Suite 101, Orem, UT 84097. For your specific tour, we'll meet you at a designated location along the Provo River.
Follow the directions in your confirmation email.
Yes! Our menus offer up to 10 different cuisines from all over the world. You will enjoy a variety of foods, from creative summertime treats to satisfying familiar picnic favorites.
Reserve a picnic lunch with any our our guided river trips.
We offer fully catered picnics in many of the lovely Provo City & Utah County parks located near the river. Catered lunches include entrees & a variety of side dishes, savory snacks, desserts & beverages in which you can choose.
If you are reserving a Provo River trip for a special occasion, book a picnic & let us know about your special someone or special day & our catering team will be sure to do something special.
If you would like more details or would like to review our catering menu, call our Reservationists at 801-404-8297.
Operating commercially under state licenses since since 2009, Pro Rafting Tours has a perfect record of zero major accidents & zero deaths.
Through the years, the occasional need for small first aid such as band-aids, caring for a sprain or a temporary physical discomfort has occurred & our guides have been prepared to aid those in need of minor medical care.
Our guides are trained in water rescue & certified in First Aid & CPR. There is good mobile phone reception in all areas in Provo River Canyon to call 911 in the case of an emergency & our guides carry mobile phones while on the river. We have comprehensive river medical emergency supplies available on all of our shuttle vans.
Our guides are trained to properly mitigate & reduce risks & to handle unforeseen river-related incidents.
As our guest, please understand that if such a river incident occurs on your trip where there might be potential harm or physical danger to any individual, our guides might delay or halt your river trip to provide assistance or aid.
We have a comprehensive guide training program, safety & emergency preparedness protocol. If you would like more information, please call us at 801-404-8297.
We have been operating commercially as a business in the river trip, vacation & recreation industry since 2009. After selling our first commercial river business in 2016, Pro Rafting Tours was founded in April, 2016.
We specialize in white water multi-day vacation trips, customized river trip events & intricate river trip logistics.
Our Lead Guide has 35 years of river guiding experience. He has run over 250 different unique US domestic & international rivers with multiple runs on several of those rivers. Many of the rivers had never been run prior to his run and they are classified as “expert only” level. His river experience entails complex logistics, preparation & planning. He has spent more than 370 nights on the Main Salmon River. When he was 14 years old, he ran the entire Salmon River from its headwaters in the Sawtooth Mountains near the Galena Summit to its confluence at the Snake River, all 425 miles of the Salmon River in 42 days. In one year, he ran 60 different rivers in different locations with different logistics all over North and South America.
Our Co-Lead River Guides’ experience ranges in years from 40+ years of experience to 5 years. One year of experience is required on our easier day trips.
Our River Guides are First Aid & CPR certified & many have additional certifications in Swift Water Rescue & Wilderness First Responder.
As a beginner, embarking on a journey of exploration is an exciting step! Considering your novice status, we recommend opting for our Guided Trip package. This specific option has been carefully designed to accommodate individuals who are new to the world of white water adventure.
If you're looking for unique experiences, you can also explore our Specialty Trips.
Our Sunrise Guided Rafting & Kayaking Trip provides an enchanting start to your day, as you navigate the waterways under the early morning sun. Engage in thrilling water adventures while immersing yourself in the tranquil surroundings.
For a touch of magic, our Sunset Guided Rafting & Kayaking Trip offers a journey from day to night. Experience the thrill of water adventures while basking in the serene ambiance of the setting sun.
For those seeking mystery, our Full Moon Guided Rafting Trip awaits. Glide under the moon's glow, witnessing captivating light play on the water's surface. Connect intimately with nature's elegance & the tranquil nighttime surroundings.
Our Guided Rafting trip provides a well-organized & skillfully supported experience, allowing you to fully enjoy the thrill of rafting without getting overwhelmed by its technical aspects. During your journey, our experienced guides will be there to assist you, offering valuable insights on navigating through the rapids, understanding how the river behaves & ensuring your safety at all times.
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"This being our third trip with Pro Rafting Tours, we have once again experienced Cherry & Donny's incredible spirit of hospitality. They have truly gone overboard in their efforts to identify our objectives & create the exact experience we desire for our guests. Every detail is meticulously customized to meet our needs. Pro Rafting Tours has undoubtedly become our preferred outfitter, offering a first-class experience that exceeds expectations."
- Kevin Freiberg
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SMART BOATING! The Provo River is a narrow, fast-flowing mountain river with trees & obstructions lining its twisting route. Rafting & kayaking are safe & more fun than tubing. Sitting low in the water in a tube with no paddle, you might end up stuck in obstructions. This can ruin your trip. It can be dangerous!
Click the button below to reserve your durable boat & paddle at the same price other outfitters charge for a blow-up tube with no paddle!
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