Grand Canyon Rafting with Outdoors Unlimited

What to Bring on the Grand Canyon

The following information is a list of all clothing, equipment and optional items to pack for your Grand Canyon Rafting Trip. If you have questions about any of the following information, feel free to visit the Frequently Asked Questions page or call our office at 1-800-637-RAFT.

Clothing:

Swimsuits
Nylon shorts
T-shirts
Long sleeve cotton shirt (for sun protection)
Long cotton pants (if you sunburn easily)
Sun hat or visor with tie-on
Sunglasses with strap
Two-piece rainsuit
Athletic/jogging shoes or lightweight hiking boots w/socks
Sarong (for evaporative cooling, changing clothes, etc.)
Flip flops, Tevas, or strapped sandals

Paddlers

Aqua socks or wetsuit booties
Gloves

April, early May, and September add:

Polypropylene or thermal underwear (top & bottom)
Sweatpants or fleece pants
Sweatshirt, wool shirt, or fleece top

Equipment:

Sunblock, lip balm w/sunscreen
Moisturizing hand lotion
Small towel
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Shaving equipment, small mirror
Kleenex, eye drops
Soap & shampoo
Prescription medicine
Two one-quart water bottles w/tight fitting caps (no pull tops)
Fanny pack for small items you need during the day (also good for hikes)
Small flashlight such as Techna or Mini Mag-Lite or a headband mounted light such as Petzl
Extra batteries
Small camp pillow
Lightweight nylon daypack for the Bright Angel Trail

All passengers will be limited to about 12-15 lbs. of duffel

Optional:

Camera (insurance recommended), extra memory cards (or film), batteries, and waterproof container.
Wetsuit booties or aqua socks (particularly if you're prone to be cold)
Backpack style hydration system
Spirits in unbreakable containers, dry mixes
Ziplock bags for film, valuables, etc.
Notebook & pen
Solar shower
Needle & thread
Musical Instruments, fishing equipment (check with the office for guidelines)

What Outdoors Unlimited provides:

Waterproof bags (one for personal gear, the other for sleeping gear)
Sleeping gear includes: sleeping bag, cloth liner, vinyl-covered foam pad, waterproof 5x7 tarp
Eating utensils, mug and plate
Two person tents are available if needed
Waterproof river guidebook
Hiking poles for the Bright Angel Trail
Bags for storage of boots and backpacks

Grand Canyon Whitewater Rafting with Outdoors Unlimited

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What to Bring on the Grand Canyon

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