Pair dusty Verde Valley trails with a guided paddle on the Verde River
4 hours
ATV rental, guided kayak, shuttle
Explore Verde Valley trails by ATV, then trade dust for a guided paddle on the Verde River. Enjoy time in Old Town Cottonwood between the two adventures.
Cancel for a full refund up to 72 hours before start. For groups of 6 or more and holiday weekend bookings (Friday through Monday), reservations are nonrefundable within 7 days of the tour start time.
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Arrive 10–15 minutes early for your ATV rental for instructions and prep. For the guided kayak tour, check in 45 minutes before tour time so you can get river-ready before the shuttle departs.
Wear clothing appropriate for the weather and trail riding for the ATV portion, plus secure footwear. For kayaking, wear clothing suitable for the weather and water; swimwear, dry-fit, or athletic clothing is recommended. Avoid cotton pants and denim for kayaking.
Wear footwear at all times. For the guided kayak tour, flip flops, slides, and Crocs are not permitted.
Vortex ATV, 551 N. Main Street, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
We had so much fun (even as an inexperienced duo) the class 1 rapids were fun little rides, beautiful scenery too
Katie Menard
August 22, 2026
We had so much fun (even as an inexperienced duo) the class 1 rapids were fun little rides, beautiful scenery too
Katie Menard
August 22, 2026
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