Don't let logistical hurdles, language barriers, or fear stop you from enjoying the best rivers in Latin America! We specialize in arranging special raft-support and kayak trips down the rivers of Mexico and Peru. Trips are geared toward boaters - both rafters and kayakers - but raft paddlers/passengers are welcomed too. Raft support trips are particularly appropriate for groups of paddlers of varying ability level. If you have a group of 3-12 and would like us to arrange such a trip, please start a discussion with Rocky Contos about it:

rocky@sierrarios.org

General times of year various rivers will be available are listed below. Some of the nicest raft-support and kayak trips are listed below. Prices for these 7+ day itineraries start at $700/person. Gear rental may be available in places. Rafts, kayaks and inflatable kayaks are available.

This is one of the finest long-distance wilderness rivers in Mexico and located just south of the Arizona border. The trip is comparable to a half Grand Canyon, triple Salt, or Salmon River trip with beautiful canyon, interesting side hikes, and fun rapids. Everyone is welcome: kayakers, rafters, and raft passengers/paddlers. Space is limited. This is primarily a class III trip and is suitable for intermediate kayakers. The 6 class IV rapids can be averted if desired.

On this raft/kayak expedition, we will make our way down one of the most scenic higher elevation rivers in Mexico located just south of the New Mexico/Texas border in the Copper Canyon area. Experience pillars, caves, rapids, and hotsprings in Tarahumara land as we float into the Chihuahua desert. Everyone is welcome: kayakers, rafters, and raft passengers/paddlers. This is a class III trip and is suitable for intermediate kayakers.

On this kayak/raft expedition down Río Piaxtla, we plan to fly up to the rim, hike down into the deepest canyon in North America, and then paddle all the way to the Pacific Ocean. This is one of the last free-flowing rivers in Mexico's Sierra Madre Occidental and may be dammed soon, so enjoy it while you still can! Everyone is welcome: kayakers, rafters, and raft passengers. The trip is suitable for intermediate kayakers. Class V paddlers have an option of tackling the Puerta de Piaxtla section for the 3 days prior to meeting the group.

Our Río Presidio journey starts at a remote road access point just past several unrunnable chasms. We will face numerous class IV rapids through the second deepest canyon in North America, including in the initial 14 km of virgin river never paddled before!! Use your boat or ours. Everyone is welcome: kayakers, rafters, and raft passengers/paddlers. Another 3 days of class IV may be available before or after (Río Baluarte).

Join the first commercial descents of several river gems in the state of Colima, home of the 14206 ft Volcán de Colima. Contrast the volcanic rock gorges of Ríos Armeria and Coahuayana with the granite of Río Marabasco. This trip is suited for intermediate or advanced kayakers seeking varied class III and IV tropical whitewater experiences. Bring your boat or use one of ours. Riding the raft is always an option.

The Usumacinta is the most voluminous river in Mexico and affords one of the greatest river journeys in the world. Join our rafting/kayaking expedition as we make our way down its canyons and stop to camp on giant pristine beaches, visit the Mayan ruins of Yáxchilan and Piedras Negras, enjoy the travertine waterfall of Budsilá, and navigate the big-water rapids of Cañon San José. This trip is suitable for intermediate and even novice paddlers.