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Durango Rafting - Half Day Family Friendly Trip

4.9 (283 reviews) 3 hours Free cancellation
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Durango Rafting - Half Day Family Friendly Trip

About this activity

Rafting the Animas River is consistently rated as one of the highlights of visitors vacationing in Durango, Colorado.  Enjoy a safe and fun Animas River raft trip in the company of a professional guide. The family-friendly Class I, II & III rapids are enough action to engage novices without being intimidating. Kid-tested and mom-approved since 1981.

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At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 9 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Mountain Waters Rafting & Adventure Company LLC

Ages: Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Raft equipment: life jackets, helmets
  • Included: Transportation to and from the river
  • Included: Professionally certified white water guide
  • Included: Free Parking
  • Included: Rafting Tour

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Thermal gear available for rent at time of trip
  • Not included: Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Itinerary

  1. Mountain Waters Rafting & Adventure Company

    30 min

    Park for free, check-in with office, get ready for trip, go rafting!

  2. Animas River

    3 hours

    Rafting!

  3. Animas River Trail

    Passing by

    Animas River Trail runs most the length of this trip

  4. Santa Rita Park

    30 min

    Standard snack spot - whitewater park

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet at the Mountain Waters Rafting office

    303 W. College Dr

    Durango, CO 81301

    Free secure parking!

End point

  • Meet at the Mountain Waters Rafting office

    303 W. College Dr

    Durango, CO 81301

    Free secure parking!

Using your ticket

  • Please arrive 20-30 minutes before departure to check in
  • We suggest that you bring sunscreen, bottled water, a hat, quick-drying clothing such as shorts, t-shirts and windbreakers. No flip flops.
  • This trip is suitable for rafters of all ages and skill levels

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Minimum age is 4 years

  • Children under 11 must weigh at least 30 pounds

  • This is a friendly entry level raft trips suitable for most everyone.

Traveller ratings

4.9 out of 5 · 283 reviews
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Durango Rafting - Half Day Family Friendly Trip

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