Cotahuasi & Colca Canyons: both two times as deep as the Grand Canyon are some of the most remote places on earth. The Cotahuasi is an incredible 6 days of class V white water, though just getting there is no easy task. After returning to Arequipa those who have not gotten enough can take on the challenge of 3 days of the even more challenging Colca Caņon.

Lovers of wild and magnificent nature should not miss a chance to get to know these Lunar landscapes. The canyon itself, with walls that reach at least 3535 meters above the level of the river on one side and more than 3ooo m on the other, is incomparable. From its crystalline waters, the walls often open to vistas of towering snow peaks. For boaters, the river is beyond compare, The technical difficulties at times are almost insurmountable and put even the most skillful to the test. They are compensated by the adventure and excitement of running a river devoid of all vegetation, accompanied by otters and black salmon in the waters and condors in the skies, surrounded by figures carved from erosion into the rocks and the colors of the walls with their intermixed geological strata.

This will be the first trip on this river using creature crafts, the boats will add a level of safety to this trip not posable with conventional boats.

This trip begins in Lima Peru were we enjoy Peruvian food and hospitality.

From there we travel by plan to Arequipa (50min flight) after enjoying this regions unique cuisine and briefly exploring the "White City" we take a 7 hour bus ride to Cotahuasi were we will stay at a comfortable inn & hot springs.

The next day is a dramatic 10 hour hike into the canyon followed by 6 days & 100 miles of rafting, Inca ruins, and mountain views of Coropuna 6425m and the Solimana 6093 m.

Once we reach the Pacific breeze and have relaxed in the nearest town (2-hour drive) you can decide if you are up for the Colca Caņon. Two more hours drive and we are back in Arequipa.
After a days rest in Arequipa the option to run the Colca Caņon will be available for 3-5 people. Due to the limited camping and danger of rock fall we will only spend 2 night in the canyon on the river all day each day.

Both rivers we will be using Creature Crafts the most advanced white water rafts in the world. These boats allow us to run these challenging rivers safer.

Riggins is the best boating town on the Salmon River and we would like to invite you to join us for some fun in the sun.

This is a private trip but any interested party can contact us about booking white water or other trips in Riggins the Whitewater Capital of Idaho.

goanywhere@guideshouse.org
208.315.0574

If you love hiking this is your tour. We spend 13 amazing days in early September wandering among the waterfalls, glaciers, peaks and valleys. This is the largest bouquetin preserve in the world, with rich viewing opportunities of chamois, eagles, golden bearded vultures & marmots. Our tour ventures around the large protected glaciated mass of La Vanoise, often venturing up scenic valleys and high lookouts along the way. This one is for those of you who truly love wild places.

• Lodging is in mountain huts ranging from 2-6 per room
• Bathrooms are mostly in a common area with some private rooms/baths
• Breakfast and dinner included
• Daily hikes vary from hut to hut wearing a 20-30# pack to optional light pack hikes
• http://www.hilloah.com/
  

Teens from across the Eastern U.S., some returning and some new, come together for mountains of FUN! An adult experience for teenagers, days are spent biking, swimming, working, and playing, which makes our camp motto, "I'd rather ride than sleep!" Our focus is to encourage a strong community spirit of cooperation, promote ecological awareness, and build self-esteem and confidence, all enhanced by non-competitive, exciting mountain biking. $390 for the week includes lodging, three home-cooked meals a day, riding workshops, and lots of outdoor fun. Further info contact Cliff @207-625-8189 or www.bikebackcountry.com

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#2 the Murtaugh Section, 20 miles upstream from town and 2 miles below the Cauldron Linn (Star Falls), is know as one of the premiere day trips in the country. When the water flows in the spring it is a stong CLASS 4 +/5- section of river. With 16 major rapids in 14 miles, the Snake drops an impressive 25 ft. per mile in this deep Basalt canyon. Waterfowl and birds of prey abound as does significant archeological sites of Native people and more recently Chinese, whose mining sites are numerous in this part of the Snake.

 

Minimum age for this trip is 16. Previous whitewater experience or a go-for-it attitude is required.

Trip meets at Twin Falls Park on the Snake River daily at 9:30am.

"Whitewater of the highest degree and caliber", "Awesome!", "Has to be seen to be believed", "Compares to the Grand Canyon only better"- All of these and more have been used to describe this 14 mile section of the Snake River known as "The Murtaugh". Idaho Guide Service pioneered trips down this section of the river in 1982, and were the first outfitting company in the country to be licensed and permitted to conduct commercial float trips on "The Murtaugh". This is a one day float trip that compares to none other in the country for big water. Sixteen major rapids block our course on our decent downstream to the Twin Falls (at over 100 feet high) on the Snake River.

$125/person Plus Use Fee including lunch, transportation and all boating equipment. Wet suit, Booties & Dry top rentals available for $10/day but must be reserved in advance.

*Murtaugh Subject to waterflow levels. Contact IGS for More information

Join us and our crew on the
exhilarating rapids of the Salmon River. This remote and relatively unknown section of the River of No Return drifts through
quiet pools and towering canyon walls and then rushes madly into narrow twisting
rapids. With four separate canyons: Green, Cougar, Snow Hole and Blue, this
section of the Salmon River offers some of the best white water floating in
Idaho. Huge white sand beach camps set nestled against mountains and steep
cliffs. You won't believe the swimming holes this river has! We'll hike some of
the side canyons in search of old Indian sites. You can fish for Trout, Bass,
Sturgeon, Steelhead and Salmon in season, or even pan for gold. Our meals,
that's another story entirely: fresh meats, seafood, fruits and vegetables -
truly a variety of outdoor cooking at its best. This is the ultimate in outdoor
recreation and camping. We meet at historic Riggins, Idaho, the night before the
trip. From there it's only a short distance to the launch site at Hammer Creek.

Packages:

• Package 1: Our
  regular first-class river trip. We furnish transportation from our meeting place
  to the river start and from where we get out of the river back to our meeting
  place. We also furnish all equipment necessary for the trip. We furnish all
  meals and beverages (except alcohol) but you are welcome to bring your own. We
  also furnish you with a waterproof ammo can for your camera and other
  items.
  
• Package 2: The
  same as Package 1 except that we also provide first or last night motel
  accommodations, either preceding or following the regularly scheduled trip - the
  accomodations being Twin Falls, McCall, Riggins or Boise, depending on the trip.
  Transportation from the airport to the motel both ways is also included. Our
  office staff will help make sure all the arrangements are convenient.
  
• Meals: All of our
  extended trips include threee meals a day, dessert and beverages. Idaho Guide
  Service has always served the finest meals on our River Trips: fresh fruits and
  vegetables as well as the best poultry, seafood and meats make up some delicious
  dutch-oven and open fire River Cooking.
  
• Trip Size: On all
  of our extended trips we keep our groups less than 20 people, including guides.
  If you desire a special trip just for your family or group, please contact us
  with your plans.

NOTE ON PRICING FOR
FAMILIES AND SENIORS:

Kids 7-17 go 25% off on all trips
when accompanied by an adult. Seniors deduct 15% on all trips. Prices do not
include Federal / County / Local use fee.

Pricing:

 

*5 days - Package 1 $1050.00 per
person
Package 2 $1200.00 per person
Reserve your dates now...June
18th - 22nd , June 25th - 29th, July 2nd - 6th, July 9th - 13th, July 16th -
20th, August 6th - 10th, August 13th - 17th

*4 days - Package 1 $1050.00 per
person
Package 2 $1200.00 per person
Reserve your dates now...
June 18th - 21st, June 25th - 28th, July 2nd - 5th, July 9th - 12th, July 16th -
19th, August 6th - 9th, August 13th - 16th

Other dates
available with minimum party size.

* On our 4-day Salmon River trip we float to the confluence
of the Salmon & Snake Rivers, then jet boat you out up through Hells Canyon
to Pittsburg Landing & van back to Riggins. Dates and prices for the 5-day
and 4-day trips are the same.

SALMON RIVER 1, 2 & 3 DAY TRIPS

We
also offer shorter trips of 1, 2 and 3 days on the Salmon River out of Riggins.
Because these trips run partially or totally along the road, our access is
easier; therefore, we charge less. These trips are more desirable for people on
a time schedule or budget - lots of nice rapids and camping, or spend nights in
the motel. Let us arrange a River Trip like this for you. Contact us with the
details and we'll take care of everything else.

 

1/2 day $55.00 per
person

1 day $85.00 per person

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2 days Package 1 $350.00 per
person
Package 2 $450.00 per person

3 days Package 1 $500.00 per
person
Package 2 $650.00 per person

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1, 2 and 3 day trips
run on a daily basis, please call us in advance.

 

Fun for the whole family.

www.rigginsidaho.com