The best gift ever! Give your special someone the gift of adventure. Photo by Wes Timmerman.
Are you looking for a unique, meaningful and awesome gift idea this year? If yes, give your loved one the best adventure gift as well as an experience of a lifetime. The holidays are right around the corner so now is the perfect time to arrange the best adventure gift: a Grand Canyon Raft Expedition.
In fact, it is a great gift idea all year long! Consider an adventure gift for graduations, birthdays or even anniversaries. Not only is it fun and thoughtful, but here are the top reasons why the gift of adventure is possibly one of the best gift ideas ever.
Active and Physical
Riding the waves in Grand Canyon. Photo by Ralph Hopkins.
A multi-day raft adventure with Arizona Raft Adventures is an active and participatory experience. It hardly fits the stereotype of a vacation. It is refreshing and energetic! You will hike, swim and raft each day. You will help set up and take down camp, walk on uneven surfaces and adapt to the ever-changing environmental elements. While this is a vacation (in theory), “roughin’ it” requires a lot of energy!
Awe-inspiring and Unique
Beavertail Cactus in bloom. Photo by Ralph Hopkins
Every bend in the river and twist of a side canyon beholds breathtaking beauty. Each sunrise and sunset is inspiring. It is an immense privilege to be in the Grand Canyon. Experience the star-filled night sky, the feel of warm sand between your toes and the sound of roaring rapids. On top of all of the magnificent beauty, very few people in the world will ever spend a week or two at the bottom of the Grand Canyon.
Explore and Play
Play and explore in one of the most amazing playgrounds in the world. Photo by Larry Linder.
It’s so much fun! Play in crisp waterfalls, hike to hidden archeological sites and raft some super fun and big rapids. Learn to row a raft or paddle alongside your team in the paddle boat. Go fishing or hunt for scorpions. Play a river game with your guides or grab a nature guide and see what you can discover around camp. There is so much to explore. There is a lot of fun to be had.
Disconnect and Reconnect
Have you ever gone a week without technology? There is no email, phone calls, Facebook, Snapchat or Twitter. You might have a little withdrawal, but a day later you find yourself reconnecting with things that really matter. Have you ever heard of a digital detox? It’s a real thing! Read about why a Digital Detox is Essential Every Now and Then. Seriously, many guests report they are happier and more relaxed after the digital detox they got while on their Grand Canyon raft adventure.
Easy Logistics
You might have to arrange a flight or organize a drive to Flagstaff, but once you meet up with a professional outfitter like Arizona Raft Adventures, logistically the trip is a breeze. Arizona Raft Adventures provides camping gear, snacks, meals and expert guides to plan your daily experience. Think of it like an “all-inclusive” experience. Just bring your sense of adventure!
Final Reflection on the Best Adventure Gift
Give your loved one a gift of a lifetime this year! Photo by Cara Shonsey.
A Grand Canyon raft adventure is a great trip option for many people ranging in age and abilities, but not always a good fit. It is important to give serious consideration to your recipient’s fitness level and possibly existing medical conditions. There are different adventure types varying in length from 6-16 days and different boat options such as a motor adventure, all-paddle adventure and a classic adventure. Please do your research and consult an experienced reservation specialist to discuss concerns. The office staff at Arizona Raft Adventures will take the time to help you decide if this is a good gift idea and to talk about any concerns you might have. They will help you pick out the best adventure gift. Give them a call today at 1-800-786-7238 or email info@azraft.com.