Explore Hells Canyon, the deepest canyon in North America, from the bottom up on this unique expedition. Winding Waters is teaming up with Del Sol Wilderness Outfitters to offer this unique opportunity to combine whitewater rafting and horse packing in one 6 day adventure. This expedition is suitable for all ability levels. You don't need any prior rafting or horse riding experience to enjoy this once in a lifetime experience. This is a round trip expedition, beginning and ending in Joseph, OR. After rafting the Snake and riding up out of the canyon you will be picked up at a remote airstrip by the areas finest bush pilot, Joe Spence of Spence Aviation. Your short flight will take you back to Joseph, Oregon where the Winding Waters van will be waiting to transport you back to the B & B where your vehicle has been safely parked.

Arrive in beautiful Joseph, Oregon and check into the Chandlers Inn B&B where lodging is included in your trip cost. 6:00pm Pre-trip meeting at the Chandlers Inn. Meet your river guides and make final preparations for the next day's journey.

Breakfast will be served at 6:45am by Syd and Lisa at the B&B. The WWRE van will pick you up for a 7:30am departure. On the drive over to Hells Canyon Dam we will stop at Scotty's market giving you an opportunity to purchase an Oregon Fishing License if you need one. Upon arrival at the boat launch we will have a brief safety discussion, launching the rafts around 11:00am. Lunch will be served riverside. We will arrive in camp by 4pm, after running some of the canyons biggest rapids Wild Sheep and Granite, visiting a pictograph site and catching a fish or two. There is always time in camp to relax, swim, paint, take a hike, play Bocce ball and to just soak up the inspiring scene.

The Morning routine: Coffee, tea and juice will be served by 7:00am and breakfast by 8:00am. After Breakfast we will break camp and be back on the river by 10:00am. Today we will have many great rapids to run including Bernard Creek, Waterspout, Bills, and Rush Creek. There will also be opportunities to take a hike to Suicide point and to the Historic Bernard Creek Cabin and Pictograph site. Lunch will again be river side with our arrival in camp by 4:00pm. Another wonderful evening around the campfire.

Morning routine. Get ready for another beautiful day on the river. Today we will visit the Historic Kirkwood Ranch. We will notice a change in the canyon today as we pass in to the narrowest and steepest section. The canyon seems to crowd in upon us with cliffs rising as far up as the eye can see. Lunch will be served riverside with our arrival at Tryon creek camp by 4:00pm. Tonight we will meet the Del Sol horse packers. They will join our camp for the night. Enjoy a Hot shower in camp tonight before you head out on your horseback adventure the next morning.

Morning Routine will remain the same today. After breakfast it is time to bid your river guides farewell as you begin your ride up out of the canyon. Today you will become acquainted with your new mode of Transportation. The Del Sol Crew will make you feel right at home on one of their well trained horses. Visit historic Tryon Ranch. Lunch on the trail today with arrival in the deluxe horse camp by 5:00pm. A delicious meal will be waiting for you when you arrive in camp. You will become well acquainted with Bob "The Cook" while in the horse camp. You will love his Dutch oven mastery.

Morning Routine. Lunch on the trail today. Today will be a ride out from camp to explore the sites of Lord Flat. This is incredible country. You will have remarkable views of the canyon that you have just floated down. You will also be gazing at the 7 Devils Mountains of Idaho and the Wallowa Mountains of Oregon. Bring your camera and Binoculars.

Half day ride out of camp in the am today. Lunch back in camp. Afternoon rendezvous with Spence Aviation for your flight back to Joseph. Arrival at Chandlers B&B by 4pm. We recommend spending at least one extra day in Joseph as there are many beautiful sites and adventures you can enjoy from town. If you do plan on spending an extra day be sure to make arrangements with Syd and Lisa at Chandlers so they have a room reserved for you.