easy
1.5 to 4 hours
Suitable for most fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required
Experience a tranquil day floating down the Salt River with luxury transportation from Phoenix. Perfect for families and groups, this tubing adventure offers scenic views and easy access to Arizona's iconic desert waterway.
Round Trip Luxury Transportation Only
Experience a memorable day of tubing on the Salt River with round-trip luxury transportation from Phoenix. Choose your pickup time and enjoy a scenic float, with options ranging from 1.5 to 4 hours. Relax in style as you create lasting memories with friends and family in a beautiful natural setting.
Float times can range from 1.5 hours | 2.5 hours | 4.0 hours
Round Trip Luxury Transportation: We pick you up at one location of your choice. Blasian luxury transportation options include Chevy Suburban’s, high roof Mercedes Benz Sprinter or Ford Transit.
Departing from Phoenix and its 14 nearby cities
Pickup Time
08:00am | 08:15am | 08:30am | 08:45am
Depart from your pickup location
Arrival Time At Salt River Recreation 08:45am | 09:00am | 09:15am | 09:30am
Tube Rental Time
09:00am | 09:15am | 09:30am | 09:45am
You purchase your tubes from Salt River Recreation for $19.00 ea. and take the Salt River Recreation Shuttle to the river. A valid driver license is required for a tube rental. A deposit per 5 tubes rented is required. Children must be at least eight (8) years or older AND four feet tall for tubing and shuttle bus. Life vests are strongly recommended for children, non-and-inexperienced swimmers.
!Description of image Float times will change with the river flow Point 1 to Point 2 | 1.5 to 2-hours of float time Point 2 to Point 4 | 2.5 to 3 hours of float time Point 1 to Point 4 | 3.5 to 4 hours of float time
Off River Times 02:00pm | 02:15pm | 02:30pm | 02:45pm Your party should be off the river and on the salt river shuttle back to return your rental tubes
River Shuttle time 02:30pm | 02:45pm | 03:00pm | 03:15pm Your private shuttle will depart to take you home
Drop Off Times 03:30pm | 03:45pm | 04:00pm | 04:15pm Your back at your pickup location and your tubing tour is over !Description of image
CHILDREN MUST BE AT LEAST EIGHT (8) YEARS or OLDER AND 4 FEET TALL for TUBE RENTAL & SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE
If a child does not meet BOTH of these requirements, SRTR will not rent tubes or provide transportation to ANYONE in the group. NO EXCEPTIONS ARE PERMITTED TO THIS POLICY!
LIFE VESTS are recommended for Children, ALL NON-SWIMMERS, inexperienced swimmers and ANY swimmer who questions whether He/She needs a life vest!
ALCOHOL, DRUGS, and the Salt River DO NOT MIX! Play it safe…Don’t Do It! Have a great time responsibly and appoint a designated driver before your tubing adventure.
GLASS CONTAINERS are NOT ALLOWED at Salt River Tubing or the Lower Salt River Recreational Area.
Ice chests/coolers will be checked for glass containers. It is against the law to use glass containers at the Salt River and glass containers will be confiscated!
DRINK PLENTY OF WATER while tubing. Drink at least 1-2 bottles of water per hour while floating to help prevent dehydration.
TENNIS SHOES or other protective footwear are needed to protect against cuts, scrapes, and bruises while walking to/from the Salt River’s entry and exit points.
Shoes will help protect your feet from the River’s rocky bottom.
SUNBLOCK lotion should be applied BEFORE and DURING your floating trip. Minimum 30 SPF.
WEAR a CAP, HAT or VISOR while tubing. It will help shield your face and head from the rays of the sun.
TYING the TUBES together is NOT recommended.
STYROFOAM COOLERS are NOT recommended for tubing on the Salt River.
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DO NOT LITTER! “Stash it and Bag it” in litter bags while tubing. Dump all trash in designated receptacles at Bus Stops. Join Tonto National Forest and Salt River Tubing in being a “Salt River Heroes = Litter Zero”! Help keep Salt River clean and beautiful!
Since you'll be in the desert sun, bring plenty of water and apply SPF frequently to stay safe.
Coordinate your pickup time in advance to maximize your float time and avoid delays.
Choose sandals or water shoes that stay on your feet to prevent slipping during entry and exit.
Verify the forecast before your trip to ensure safe floating conditions and avoid thunderstorms.
The Salt River has been a vital waterway for centuries, supporting indigenous communities and early settlers who relied on its waters for sustenance.
Efforts are ongoing to preserve the river's natural beauty, with initiatives promoting Leave No Trace principles and sustainable tourism practices.
Protects your skin from intense sun exposure during peak Arizona summer days.
summer specific
Keeps your skin protected while you’re in and around water.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Provides grip and keeps your feet safe as you step in and out of the water.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Comfortable for floating and quick-drying if wet.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific