One of the most popular ways to see the Grand Canyon—aside from standing on the edge of the canyon—is to float through it. More than a dozen outfitters lead multiday rafting trips on the Colorado River as it runs through Grand Canyon National Park, providing adventurers with a bevy of options. 

Grand Canyon, Arizona

One of the most popular ways to see the Grand Canyon—aside from standing on the edge of the canyon—is to float through it. More than a dozen outfitters lead multiday rafting trips on the Colorado River as it runs through Grand Canyon National Park, providing adventurers with a bevy of options. 
Photograph by Pete McBride, Nat Geo Image Collection

Week's Best Travel Photos: Float Through Arizona Rivers and Italian Canals

Get your dose of outstanding travel photos. This week: Rafters float the Colorado River and tourists see Venice's Grand Canal.

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