OARBOATS
These are inflatable rafts
(approx. 17 - 18 feet in length) with guides that maneuver them with a set of
oars secured to a frame in the middle of the raft. This is considered to be a
more stable craft than a paddleboat.
PADDLEBOATS
These are inflatable rafts (approx. 15 - 16 feet
in length) manned by guests and their paddles. The guide gives instruction and
navigates from the back of the boat.
J-RIG RAFTS
These
inflatable rafts (23 feet in length) are motorized and move faster down river.
The guide operates the motor from the rear of the raft. They are much larger
than the other rafts and are considered to be the most stable. These rafts are
used on the Cataract 3 day and 4 day trips only.
INFLATABLE KAYAKS
These small inflatable rafts are manned by 1 or 2
guests with their double-ended paddles. There are no guides in these crafts.
They are available for rent on the Green River, other moderately rated rivers
and are available in Cataract and Westwater Canyons during low water seasons
(through the smaller rapids only).
SEA KAYAKS
These hard-hulled boats have a keel and rudder,
are manned by 1 or 2 guests with their double-bladed paddles and are easily
maneuverable in moving water. (Not for whitewater use.) There are no guides in
these crafts, so it is up to the guest to maneuver the boat. Kayakers follow
instructions from guides in nearby kayaks or rafts.
