
We rent camping equipment for either one of our commercial trips or for private, self-guided trips. We also rent boats and canoes for self-guided trips. For private boaters, we can provide shuttle service for the Gunnison River and the Colorado River (Westwater take-out). We can provide shuttle service for other rivers, including: Dominguez Canyon, Escalante Canyon, Delta, Green River, White Rover, Yampa River, and North Platte river's too. Please call to check on availability.
Gear rented for a private trip requires the following:
| Equipment | Rental Rates for 1 Trip | Replacement Cost for Lost or Damaged Items |
| 1-2 man tents | $28 | $150 |
| sleeping bag | $21 | $50 |
| Thermarest mattress pad | $15 | $85 |
| camp chair | $10 | $20 |
| San Juan Islands sleeping bag or pad |
$5/night/item | $100/item |
| self-contained portable toilet (does not include waste bags) |
$35 | $125 |
| biodegradable toilet waste bags | $3 ea. (capacity 4 uses) | — |
| fire pan | $10 | $25 |
| 5.25 gal. water jug | $10 empty $15 filled | $50 |
| dry bag (3.8 cu. ft.: 16 in. diameter x 33 in. tall) | $10 | $75 |
| 2 burner propane stove with 1-16.4 oz. propane cannister & lighter. Additional cannisters $6 ea. |
$25 | $75 |
| Equipment | Rental Rates per Day | Replacement Cost for Lost or Damaged Items |
| Old Town Discovery 169 2-person canoes (includes 2 PFD’s & 3 paddles) |
$40 | $800 |
It’s no secret that you have plenty of choices when it comes to spending your vacation dollars. Especially since Colorado and Utah offer some of the best outdoor recreational opportunities in the country. That’s why we strive to provide a quality trip that focuses on safety, scenery and food. At the end of your trip we want you to feel your money was well spent and that you’ll consider joining us again.
"I can't stop signing the praises of Centennial Canoe and its great river guides. It was truly magical to have my son with me and to feel so comfortable knowing he was loved and looked after by you all. Thanks again"
Jacqueline A. Kruszek, Denver, CO
"Here's what I enjoyed most on my trip: relaxed pace, emphasis on safety, quality food, demeanor of guides, petroglyphs, learning to canoe, and weather. All three guides were fabulous. They had friendly relationships with each other and all of us. They all possess the important qualities of guides that can't be trained."
Rhea Oberst, Denver, CO
May I bring my own beverages? We invite you to bring a medium sized cooler (in the 28 qt. range) with any drinks you’d like. If adult beverages are consumed, we ask that you drink responsibly. We serve complementary wine at dinner.
Will there be plenty of water on the trip? Yes, we’ll bring 5 gallon jugs of fresh water.
What gear does Centennial provide? We’ll provide the canoes, paddles, life jackets, water, food, safety equipment, stoves and guides.