Why Go with Hughes River Expeditions?

There are several good river companies that run trips on the Snake River/Hells Canyon. So why go with Hughes River Expeditions? Here are just a few of the reasons we think you would enjoy a trip with us.
• HRE is a “small, owner/operator, family business”.
• With 34 years of experience, we know what we're doing.
• “Hughes Service” assures that our trips are absolutely the best possible outdoor vacations.
• We promise a spectacular river & canyon, and first class trips.
• The Hughes Crew is a wonderful mix of personalities and backgrounds.
• No outfitter loves rafting more than Jerry Hughes.
• All camping gear provided. No rental fees.
• Variety of self-bailing craft: oar rafts, paddle rafts, and inflatable kayaks.
• Custom-designed big gear rafts allow us to provide extra ice chests, and a deluxe camp outfit.
• Selection of trips lengths & trip focus, plus a launch date every four days.
• Meals with fresh meats, fresh fruits & vegetables, Dutch oven baking… (always plenty)…plus complimentary beverages. GREAT FOOD and plenty of it!
• And, of course, “Safety First” on all HRE trips.

“We had a fabulous trip, and I just wanted to tell you how much we enjoyed Hells Canyon…The guides made the trip perfect. They were very professional - but still knew how to have a great time with us. Each trip we go on is better than the last. How is that possible when the last trip is always the best? You guys always know the perfect stories and the perfect games to keep the trip going. And of course you always cook the perfect dishes. Say hi to all the guides. Can't wait for another trip.”

-H. Gildenhorn, Rockville, MD