Arizona

Red Rocks & Rafting: Sedona & Grand Canyon With Your Grandchild

Program No. 2520RJ
Alongside your grandchild, find adventure in Sedona’s Red Rocks and the Grand Canyon as you whitewater raft, explore hidden waterfalls and awe-inspiring views!

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Age 9 - 12
ROOMING OPTION PRICING
The figures below indicate the rooming options available.
DATES
Jun 9 - Jun 14, 2024
Per Adult
2,099
Per Child
1,599
Jun 9 - Jun 14, 2024
2,099
/ Adult
1,599
/ Child
2,099
/ Adult
1,599
/ Child
2,299
/ Adult
1,599
/ Child
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Jun 23 - Jun 28, 2024
Per Adult
2,099
Per Child
1,599
Jun 23 - Jun 28, 2024
2,099
/ Adult
1,599
/ Child
2,099
/ Adult
1,599
/ Child
2,299
/ Adult
1,599
/ Child
Jul 28 - Aug 2, 2024
Per Adult
2,099
Per Child
1,599
Jul 28 - Aug 2, 2024
2,099
/ Adult
1,599
/ Child
2,099
/ Adult
1,599
/ Child
2,299
/ Adult
1,599
/ Child

At a Glance

The Grand Canyon is so gigantic that if you gathered together every single person on the planet and put them inside it — they would only fill a fraction of it! It’s hard to imagine how big this natural wonder is until you see it with your own eyes. Share a week with your grandchild you'll never forget at the majestic Grand Canyon and amid the spectacular red rock cliffs of Sedona. Experience the Grand Canyon with a trip to the bottom of the canyon on a remote rode on the Hualapai Reservation. Take part in an exciting 37-mile whitewater adventure in motorized rafts on the Colorado River!
Activity Level
Outdoor: Spirited
Walking up to one mile on varied terrain. Getting in/out of rafts. Some bumpiness in open-air jeep ride. Elevations up to 7,000 feet.

What You'll Learn

  • Experience the Grand Canyon’s beauty on a walk along the South Rim and a ride to the bottom of the canyon through the Hualapai Reservation.
  • Experience a 37-mile whitewater adventure in the Grand Canyon on a motorized raft.
  • Explore Sedona’s red rock country by jeep to see off-the-beaten-path sights, and get up close to local desert critters during a wildlife presentation!

General Notes

Program is for grandchildren ages 9-12. Children must be 9 years old for rafting.
Featured Expert
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Margaret (Maggie) Mitchell
Maggie Mitchell has spent years leading educational excursions throughout the Sedona area. Her passion lies with the study of Arizona's wild creatures, and she loves sharing her love of reptiles and spiders with students of all ages.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Margaret (Maggie) Mitchell View biography
Maggie Mitchell has spent years leading educational excursions throughout the Sedona area. Her passion lies with the study of Arizona's wild creatures, and she loves sharing her love of reptiles and spiders with students of all ages.
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Kristin Hooten View biography
Kristin Hooten has spent the majority of her life in the mountains of Flagstaff, Arizona. She earned a bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation Management with an emphasis in Outdoor Education and Leadership from Northern Arizona University. Kristin has worked in the outdoor industry in different capacities and enjoys her ongoing education with the surrounding region. When not in the office or field, she is found enjoying the great outdoors either on a paddleboard or in her camper.
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Kaitlyn McGrane View biography
Kaitlyn McGrane grew up in Los Alamos, New Mexico. She moved to Flagstaff, Arizona, to study at Northern Arizona University in the fall of 2020. Kaitlyn is studying for a degree in information systems management and marketing. She has been working with Road Scholar in the Flagstaff office since late 2021. She loves living in Flagstaff and exploring the trails with her dog.
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