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Hughes River Expeditions, Inc.
P.O. Box 217
Cambridge, ID 83610
(800) 262-1882
(208) 257-3477
Fax: (208) 257-3476
info@hughesriver.com

 

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2013 River Schedule and Rates

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“2013 is the 37th year Jerry & Carole have owned and operated Hughes River Expeditions, Inc. as a family business.”

Trip dates are good for 2013. Plan on a slight increase in rates. Check with the office with questions, or if we can be of help. 800-262-1882 or email.

Snake River - Hells Canyon 2013 Schedule

Month Launch Dates
May 26, 30
June 3*, 7, 11, 15*, 19, 23, 27
July 1*, 5, 9, 13*, 17, 21, 25, 29*
August 2, 6, 10*, 14, 18, 22, 26*, 30
September 3, 7

Snake River trips are normally planned for 4 Days/3 Nights. Groups of 12 or more can plan 3, 4, 5, and 6 Day Trips. Check with HRE office.

Snake River Rafting Trip Rates
3 Day Expedition - $1040/adult; $940/youth
4 Day Expedition - $1315/adult; $1190/youth
5 Day Expedition - $1615/adult; $1465/youth
6 Day Expedition - $1825/adult; $1640/youth

Deposits to Confirm (personal check, VISA, MasterCard)
3 Days @$400/person
4 Days @$450/person
5 Days @$550/person
6 Days @$700/person

Snake River fishing boat rates: 2 fishermen/boat & guide. 3 Days @$1250/person; 4 Days @$1650/person; 5 Days @$2030/person; 6 Days @$2415/person. Tackle and gear provided.

*Motorless Window Dates. US Forest Service Snake River management provides for Mon., Tues., Wed. to be motorless between Wild Sheep Rapids and Kirkwood Bar every other week during June-August. 2013 Motorless Window Dates are: June 1-3, June 17-19, July 1-3, July 15-17, July 29-31, August 12-14, and August 26-28.

Snake/Hells Canyon rafting season is mid-April through mid-October. Charter Groups can plan trips before May 26 and after September 10.

 

Middle Fork of the Salmon 2013 Schedule

Dates Length Adult Youth
June 4-8 5 Days $1575 $1475
June 13-17 5 Days $1685 $1580
June 22-27 6 Days $2055 $1960
June 30 - July 5 6 Days $2170 $2060
July 8-13 6 Days $2170 $2060
July 16-21 6 Days $2170 $2060
July 24-29 6 Days $2170 $2060
August 1-6 6 Days $2055 $1960
August 9-14 6 Days $2055 $1960
August 17-22 6 Days $2055 $1960
August 25-29 5 Days $1685 $1580
September 2-6 5 Days $1685 $1580
September 10-15 6 Days $2055 $1960
September 19-24 6 Days $2055 $1960
September 28 - October 3 6 Days $2055 $1960

Deposits to Confirm (personal check, VISA, MasterCard)
5 Days @$550/person
6 Days @$700/person

Middle Fork fishing boat rates:
6 Days @$2575;
5 Days @$2175/person
(based on 2 fishermen/boat).

Recreation Enhancement Act Fee requires collection of $4.00/day/person. This fee will be added to the above listed trip cost.

Flight Cost from Stanley to the Middle Fork is about $120/person when required by road, weather, and water conditions. Check with our office for exact flight cost.

 

Salmon River Canyon 2013 Schedule

Month Launch Dates
July 10, 17, 24, 31
August 7, 14, 21, 28

4 Day Expedition - $1260/adult; $1135/youth
5 Day Expedition - $1530/adult; $1375/youth

Deposits to Confirm (personal check, VISA, MasterCard)
4 Days @$450/person
5 Days @$550/person

The Salmon River Canyon boating season runs from early July through mid-October. Many of the trips we outfit on the Salmon River Canyon are planned for charter groups on dates of their choice. Check for details.

Optional “Charter Trip” Transportation for end of trip. Jet boat pick up near Geneva Bar, with drop off at Hells Gate State Park in Lewiston/Clarkston. @$70/person. Check for details.

 

Wallowa - Grande Ronde 2013 Schedule

Trip Dates
June 27-July 30 (4 Days)
July 8-11 (4 Days)

3 Day Expedition - $985/adult; $890/youth
4 Day Expedition - $1250/adult; $1125/youth

Deposits to Confirm (personal check, VISA, MasterCard)
3 Days @$400/person
4 Days @$450/person

Charter Trips available for groups of 8 or more on dates of your choice during May, June, through mid-July.

For all Hughes Trips

Youth Rates applies to kids, teens, and undergraduate students.

Group/Charter Trip Quotes Available on Request.

Not Included in Price

- Middle Fork: Recreation Enhancement Act Fee requires collection of $4.00/day/person. This fee will be added to the Middle Fork rates.
- Trip Interruption & Cancellation Insurance. We highly recommend purchase of this insurance to protect your investment in river trip reservations.
- Motels & meals before and after your trip.
- Bush pilot flights to the Middle Fork when necessary.
- Guide Gratuities.

 

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