Hatch River Expeditions

This is one of those experiences that is difficult to encompass in words. The Grand Canyon is such an amazing place. Overall, Hatch did an AMAZING job and I would encourage anyone to use them as a guide. I have only one small complaint, which I’ll explain below. My family and I did the lower canyon four-​day motorized tour. We hiked into the canyon via the Bright Angel trail, leaving quite early (to avoid the heat). There were 28 people on our tour. Although we all left the Bright Angel Lodge at the same time, there were definitely differences in our hiking abilities and we all arrived at different times. Unfortunately, one of the people on our tour had an exceptionally difficult time with the hike and he took much longer (2 hours) than the rest of us to hike in. I understand this can happen, but what I was disappointed in was the disorganization of our guides at the river while we were waiting to start. It was very hot and the location for the take-​off didn’t provide much (if any) shade. Our guides didn’t provide much direction as to what was going on, so most of us were a bit disgruntled while we waited. While I realize that this was unusual to have to wait so long to get started, this must happen on occasion. I expected that the guide would have some means to provide shade or our lunch while we were there waiting. We received neither; this is my only real complaint.
Ultimately, we got under way and had fun immediately. There were rapids enough to get us wet and cold. Every time we stopped, it was in another beautiful place and the food they provided was very good for camp food. At the end, we were helicoptered out of the canyon to Bar 10 ranch and then flown back to the South Rim. Everything went smoothly once we were on the river. Everyone in my family had an amazing experience. I definitely recommend doing this type of trip. It is the best way to see the canyon!

An amazing experience provided by a wonderful company! My guides were the best! The office was extremely helpful. We stopped at some of the most amazing places in the world!!! (I don’t want to go into detail-​it will spoil the adventure!!)

Wow! Hatch is a fantastic operation.
Just got home from the 12 day hike intensive Grand Canyon trip.
What was great? Everything. The crew was great, JP and Kelly were so competent, informative, and friendly. The itinerary was great, JP and Kelly tailored each day to fit the likings of the group and maximize the positive experience for everyone. The food was great. Every meal was made with care, often from scratch with lots of fresh vegetables, meats, and fish. The equipment was great from the raft to the sleep kits, and everything in between.
What was bad? Nothing. With a trip like this there are so many things that can go awry to detract from the experience. With Hatch there were only positive experiences. From the get go this team had it covered.
I highly recommend Hatch and I am already planning my next trip with them.

This was the best experience of my life. I have traveled many places throughout Europe and South America and I would do another Hatch trip before I ever went abroad again. I cannot express to you the fun and excitement that you will experience on this trip, the awe inspiring views, the peaceful moments, the roaring rapids and the fact that after you experience rafting through the Grand Canyon you HAVE to believe in a higher power there is no way that all that beauty doesn’t come from somewhere or something greater.
The staff was fun, extremely knowledgeable about all the canyon’s history and very professional. I felt safe at all times, Hatch has a extremely impressive safety history, I would recommend them above any other outfitters. They led hikes, prepared meals, guided through white water and at the end of the day kicked back and joined the group just like an old friend.
I have taken great interest in the history of the canyon and river running now that I am back I would greatly recommend adding this to your bucket list today.

Just returned from the 5 day Yampa River White Water Rafting trip with Hatch. Best vacation ever! We were 24 family members and had the adventure of a life time. Can’t say enough great things about Hatch. Our 5 day tour was flawless with the an amazing crew of 5 boatmen taking care of our every need around the clock. 3 Cheers for Russell, Steve, Elliot, TomTom and Peter Man. The rafts and camping equipment were top notch, the scenery was beyond believable, all of the food was delicious and gourmet and the crew took us on several amazing hikes. Take this vacation! It’s a blast!