Floated the Colorado River with the family. One of the best experiences ever. Ride was excellerating and the food and entertainment were mind boggling. Make sure you hit all the big rapidsl.
Our car got stuck when we rode it, stopping for a driver who decided to run a red light. Can't stop those cars suddenly or else they lock up. We had to walk the rest of the way, fortunately it was on the way down to the Wharf.
If you haven't seen the water show up close, it's definitely worth slotting some time for. Seeing pictures or video doesn't convey the magnitude of the show.
Somehow every time I've made this drive I've screwed up and ended up driving at night...and yet somehow it was still stunning. Not a ton of diversity in it (not like you'll be going through lots of towns or residential areas), but it's still gorgeous.
A MUST TRY @ Tar and Roses! Loved everything about this, slightly salted strawberries, warm ricotta cheese, & honeycomb ice-cream to the side. We ordered 2!