Savor two unforgettable days delving into the essence of the Wild West, tracing the lazy curves of the Rio Grande as it traverses two nations, and exploring the depths of valleys and rugged peaks. Leave behind the hustle and bustle of daily routines, immersing yourself in the untamed beauty of this vast landscape, and rediscover your connection with nature.

Trip Details

Price

$425/person, plus taxes


Departure Dates and Times

Daily

Please call our office at 432-371-2633 for any questions regarding availability.

Trips depart at 8:30 a.m. and return the next day around 4 p.m.

Check your time zone against FFOC’s time zone here.


Included

  • Transport to the river (15-passenger van)
  • PFD (personal flotation device)
  • Tents
  • Waterproof bags for personal items
  • River equipment
  • All meals*

*Meals can vary, but below is a typical day of meals. Guests with food restrictions should let us know at least 7 days in advance so we can plan accordingly.

Breakfast: eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, fresh fruit, coffee, tea, and juice.

Lunch: a deli-style spread of foods such as meats, cheese, fruit, chips, pickles, cookies, and pasta or tuna salad.

Dinner: fish, chicken, steaks, pork chops, pasta, vegetables, salads, dutch oven dessert.


Not Included

  • Sleeping bag, pad, and personal gear
  • Texas sales tax at 8.25%
  • Gratuities
  • Park fees

Meeting Location

Far Flung Outdoor Center (click here for directions)


Type of Boat Used

Canoes or rafts, depending on water levels


Recommended Minimum Age

8 years


Difficulty

Easy; paddling is required on trips traveling by canoe


Deposit and Cancellation

Full deposit is required at the time of booking. Our cancellation policy is as follows: Full refund- cancellations made within 48 hours of booking minus a $25 cancellation fee. 50% refund- cancellations made after 48 hours of booking and at least 8 days prior to trip date, minus a $25 cancellation fee.

No refund- cancellations made within 7 days of trip.


Other Terms and Conditions

Prices do not include sales tax or gratuities

 


Special Considerations

Please understand that this trip will be run in canoes, unless high water requires us to move to rafts.

Overnight trips are usually operated in Santa Elena Canyon, but depending on water levels and time of year, the trip may travel upstream from the mouth of the canyon exit or into another canyon along the Rio Grande.

Please check with our office to discuss current and future water conditions.


Frequently Asked Questions

Because the trip will take us through primitive areas of Big Bend, bathroom facilities are limited. The put-ins and take-outs along the half-day section have compost type toilets. Your choice of restroom will be “pink or blue” bushes or large rocks. You will have access to the Far Flung Outdoor Center restrooms before and after the trip.

You will NOT need a passport or any form of identification to float the Rio Grande, however, due to Homeland Security regulations, we won’t be stopping on the Mexican side of the river for hikes, snacks or other activities.

If you are NOT a U.S. citizen, we strongly advise you to bring your passport, visa or other related documentation which will not be required on the river but will be needed to clear Border Patrol checkpoints on your way out of the Big Bend area.

We have a retail store complete with t-shirts, shorts, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottles, and many other outdoor accessories. Our store will be open before and after your trip in the event you need to purchase any last minute article or trip mementos.

Full deposit is required at the time of booking. Our cancellation policy is as follows: Full refund- cancellations made within 48 hours of booking minus a $25 cancellation fee. 50% refund- cancellations made after 48 hours of booking and at least 8 days prior to trip date, minus a $25 cancellation fee.
No refund- cancellations made within 7 days of trip.

It is rare that FFOC will cancel a trip, but in the event we do, all money (including deposits) will be refunded.

FFOC reserves the right to alter, modify, or cancel any trip or a portion of any trip due to weather, water levels or the safety and convenience of our guests. It is the intent of FFOC to operate the river tours in cases where the safety of our guests is not compromised. Guests should appreciate that inclement weather may not be cause for a trip cancellation.

Trip participants must understand and appreciate that canoeing, kayaking, rafting and wilderness travel involve certain inherent risks. These risks include, but are not limited to, loss of or damage to personal property, personal injury, or fatality resulting from: capsize of raft or canoe, collision with a vehicle, vessel, rock, log, tree, or other obstacles; falling while aboard a raft, canoe or kayak; accident or illness in remote places with limited or no medical facilities; and exposure to temperature extremes or inclement weather.
We require all of our guests to sign an agreement and acknowledgment of risk before taking the trip. From time to time, we use photographs and videos of our trips for promotional and business purposes. By going on our trip, you consent to the use of your image, without compensation, for FFOC marketing activities. See you on the river!

A Preview of Your Trip

Get Out & Explore

Fresh coffee & merch

While you’re at the Far Flung Outdoor Center, start your day off right by indulging in a fresh cup of coffee, homemade muffins, bagels, and kolaches at our on-site coffee shop. Once you’re recharged and ready to go, head on over to our retail shop, pick up some merch, and head out into Big Bend wearing your new threads!