Rental/Shuttle Rates
Rental and shuttle rates are subject to change without notice. To make reservations, call 1-888-989-6900 (toll-free) or contact us online.
Rental Rates
| Item | Rates | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Canoes | $50 for day 1; $45 each additional day; $30 each additional day after 7 days |
All boat rentals include life jackets and paddles. |
| Rafts | $30/person per day (minimum of 3 persons/raft) $425 for 5-7 days; $50 each additional day after 7 days |
Inflatables (rafts and kayaks) also include a patch kit and pump. |
| Inflatable Kayaks | 1-person kayak $40/day 2-person kayak $50/day |
see above |
| Mountain Bikes | $35/day; $150 for 5-7 days; $20 each day after 7 days. Special rates for guided tour participants at $30/day. |
Bike rentals include a helmet, two water bottles, and everything to fix a flat. |
Shuttle Rates
Custom shuttles available for hikers, bikers, and river runners. If you are late for your put-in OR take-out there will be a $25/hour late charge.
| Desert Sports to: | Our Vehicle | Your Vehicle | Chase Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rancherias | $105 | $70 | - | - |
| Madera | $65 | $60 | $35 | - |
| Grassy Banks | $60 | $55 | $30 | - |
| Lajitas | $45 | $40 | $25 | - |
| SE Takeout | $165 | $80 | - | - |
| Talley | $315 | $155 | - | - |
| Solis | $300 | $125 | - | - |
| Rio Grande Village | $195 | $110 | - | - |
| Heath Canyon | $255 | $125 | - | Access Fees $4/person; payable to Heath Canyon Ranch |
| Dryden Crossing | $550 | $275 | - | Access Fees Our Vehicle: $10/person Your Vehicle: $30/vehicle+ $10/person; payable to Harrison Ranch |
| Chisos Basin | $105 | - | - | - |
| Blue Creek to Basin | $140 | - | - | - |
| Alpine to Terlingua | $300 | - | - | - |
River Permits
Permits are required on all river trips. State Park permits (Colorado Canyon) are available at the Barton Warnock Center. Please note that National Park permits are $10 for any multi-day trip. One-day permits ONLY are available from Desert Sports: multi-day permits are obtained from the National Park Visitor Centers or Iron Rangers (self-permitting system) at the Barton Warnock Center and Persimmon Gap, where your receipt from your pay envelope is your validation.
Park User Fees
Big Bend Ranch State Park (Tapado to Lajitas): $3/person per day, plus camping fees; payable to BBRSP.
Big Bend National Park (Lajitas to Dryden Crossing): $20/vehicle per week; payable to BBNP.
Desert Sports
PO Box 448
Terlingua, TX 79852
888-989-6900 toll-free
432-371-2727 voice
432-371-2726 fax
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