Float Big Bend on a Half-Day Guided River Trip
Float beneath Dark Canyon walls on a family-friendly Big Bend half-day river trip
Duration
About 4 hours
Includes
Guide, canoe or kayak
Highlights
Glide beneath the walls of Dark Canyon on an easy-to-moderate half-day float in the Big Bend of Texas. This guided river trip suits families, groups, and first-time paddlers.
- Meet your guide in Terlingua or Lajitas at a confirmed location
- Paddle a canoe or hardshell sit-on-top kayak in low flow conditions
- Float the river and take in rugged West Texas scenery
- Plan for moderate exertion with possible swimming
- Choose a trip that works for ages 6+ and a range of abilities
Things to know
Park entrance is not included; bring your park pass or be prepared to purchase one on the way into the park. Guides operate under the name Further Adventures in the Big Bend. Gratuity is optional; 15–20% is suggested if you feel service was exceptional.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel more than 2 weeks before trip date for a refund minus 10% of trip cost. Less than 2 weeks before trip date forfeits 50% of trip cost. Cancel within 24 hours or no-show: full payment and no refund.
FAQs
Wear good shoes and bring a hat, sunscreen, a water bottle, and sun-protective layers like long pants and a long-sleeve shirt. Bring a dry, clean change of clothes to leave in your vehicle (or in the operator’s vehicle) for after your trip.
No. Park entrance is not included. Bring your park pass, or be prepared to purchase a pass on the way into the park if you do not already have one.
Plan for moderate exertion while paddling, with possible swimming. You should be in normal good health.