Hot Springs Canyon Full Day
Overview
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7 hours
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Join us for a fun day of paddling and hiking on the beautiful Rio Grande through Big Bend National Park! The Rio Grande through Hot Springs Canyon makes for a fun and active way to see and learn about the region and make the most of your visit to Big Bend. Guests can expect professional guides, riverside lunch, a visit to the famous langford hot springs, and local interpretation and information.
Most trips are done in Canoes and Kayaks and you will have the ability to paddle your own boat while on this experience. While river levels are low most of the sections may be paddled, but all guests should expect to get out and pull over shoals from time to time.
Additional Info
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Guests can expect a fun and active day of paddling and exploring led by an expert local guide and a delicious riverside lunch included. Please note that if you do not already have a park pass that the entrance is not covered by our ticket price. The shortest a pass is valid for one week and once you have your pass we encourage you to take advantage of visiting the park as many times as possible during your stay. Please bring your pass with you on the day of the trip (it is usually taped to vehicle window).
What‘s Included
All river running and safety gear is included.
Delicious riverside lunch. We are able to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies with advanced notice.
Guide
Transport from meeting location and back to your vehicle.
Gratuities
National Park $30 per family/group.
Options
Hot Springs Canyon Full Day
Pickup included
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Bucket list adventure
Karen S,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is wonderful trip with a touch of excitement with some small riffles, tons of beauty, peace and grandeur. Very helpful, well spoken informative guides. Surprisingly delightful lunch spread. Wear appropriate sun gear, bring a water bottle. This is a bucket list trip through international waters. ☺️ I don’t like to repeat trips, but I would this one and want to bring my older kids back!
Great experience all together!
Excursion732841,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredible day on the river. The guides were amazing and knowledgeable! Most of all, we had 3 kids with us (5, 10,12) and the guides were great! They allowed the older ones to paddle their own boat and stepped in when they needed to. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to see this part of the park from the river.
Highly recommend!
847robinf,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful day! Crew were all especially helpful to this old lady! Matthew went out of his way to make the day perfect! Family had a blast! The lunch was fresh, not some boxed stale sandwich. Highly recommend!
Great trip
ellengX3255XF,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I had a great time. Our guide Billy was very knowledgeable about the area and its history. He had some great stories. But he was also very careful that everyone was comfortable with canoeing giving directions on the more challenging parts of the river. It was a hot day and he made sure that everyone had water. The lunch he set up was great. All in all a great trip.
Beautiful Trip
W8372UXkrystalh,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guides were super friendly, funny, patient, and helpful. The canyon was beautiful and we had a great time. Highly recommend.
Tranquility on the river
Rcampersx5,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Tranquility and solitude on the river. Get the lunch ! Was very fresh and tasty. We stopped at the hot springs . Saw horses and cattle and turtles
Beautiful Canoe Trip!
Flyfritha,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an awesome canoe trip and we will definitely do it again. Great scenery, amazing guide and delicious lunch…not to mention a dip in the Hot Springs. Highly recommend!
Colorado Canyon Review
Dawn G,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I booked the Hot Springs Full Day tour, but got placed on the FullDay Colorado Canyon tour and was NOT disappointed. It waa so beautiful, pictures cannot justify the vastness of the canyon. The guide (Rye) was amazing. I went by myself so he allowed me to ride with him in the canoe. He was very friendly and patient with myself and the whole crew. It was a LONG day, but we did a hike also and had a great lunch. The only bothersome thing were the abundance of paper wasps, so if your allergic, may not be the place for you. They are prepared with benadryl and emergency meds though. 5 STARS for the Colorado Canyon with Rye and Desert Shops!!!
A "Must Do" While in Big Bend
LaurenLiz,Mar 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a blast on the river with Billy and Sierra. Id definitely add a full day Hot Springs canoe trip to your itenerary. Seeing the park from the perspective of the Rio Grande was amazing and the kids absolutely loved the flexibility of jumping out and swimming in the deep spots and soaking in the hot springs.
A great experience, kids loved it
nickgV2595XW,Mar 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the full day Hot Springs Canyon trip with Jane as our guide. It was a great experience and Jane was an outstanding guide. It was a beautiful way to see this section of the park. FYI, this is also a great excursion for kids; 12 and 15 year old boys loved it. Jane was so full of expertise and knowledge about the park and everything we were seeing, and she expertly guided the boys in navigating the fun turns and bends in the river. The boys loved swimming in the Rio Grande and the fact that they were on the border between two countries. 5 stars and huge thumbs up for Further Adventures and Jane.
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