Black Canyon. It encloses part of the Colorado River and provides some of the most spectacular cliff and river scenery to be found anywhere on the planet. This is real river country and a trip down the Colorado on a raft is something not to be missed.

OK, so it’s not a Robinson Crusoe type raft. This one is a motorized raft. I mean, there has to be some concession to the 21st century! But don’t worry, this tour will take you to the very edge of natural wonder. You’ll be amazed, thrilled and excited all at the same time.

A tour bus will take you to the raft launch area, which is at the base of the world-famous Hoover Dam. This alone will leave you gasping in disbelief. You will be gazing upwards in wonder at one of the world’s modern wonders. But the best has yet to come…

As you set off down the Colorado River, your guides will tell you all about the history, geology and wildlife in this area. The facts and figures will occupy more fascinating time than you imagined. Along the way you will stop by a quiet part of the shore to allow you to have a box lunch.

The rafting trip will finalize in another State altogether - Arizona, at Willow Beach.