Hot Springs Canyon Full Day
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Lunch Delicious riverside lunch. We are able to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies with advanced notice.
- All river running and safety gear is included.
- Transport from meeting location and back to your vehicle.
- Guide
- Gratuities
- National Park $30 per family/group.
Meeting and Pickup
If meeting in Terlingua at 8am we will drive you to and from our office in Terlingua. If meeting in Natl. Park at 9:30am we will meet you at the Rio Grande Village store and you will join our trip at that point.
460 Park Route 12
Big Bend National Park, TX 79834, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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).
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-56593P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is Cool Shore Excursions’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lunch. Delicious riverside lunch. We are able to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies with advanced notice.
- All river running and safety gear is included.
- Transport from meeting location and back to your vehicle.
- Guide.
- Gratuities.
- National Park $30 per family/group.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hot Springs Canyon Full Day is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Hot Springs Canyon Full Day will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- LunchDelicious riverside lunch. We are able to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies with advanced notice.
- All river running and safety gear is included.
- Transport from meeting location and back to your vehicle.
- Guide
- Gratuities
- National Park $30 per family/group.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
