Durango 1/4 Day Kayaking Trip - Lower Animas River, Durango

About this activity

Experience the thrill of inflatable kayaking on Durango’s Lower Animas River! This 1/4 day trip lasts 2 hours and 25 minutes round trip, with 1 hour on the water. Navigate exciting Class II rapids and one exhilarating Class III rapid, including “Smelter,” “Santa Rita,” and “Sawmill,” with calmer stretches for scenery and relaxation. Lower water flows in late summer make the rapids even more exciting. No experience is needed—our expert guides provide gear, instruction, and local insights.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 20 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Mild to Wild Rafting and Jeep Tours

Ages: Adults (11–98 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Highly experienced and in-house trained river guides
Included: Custom designed inflatable kayaks and paddles
Included: Safety orientation and paddle instruction
Included: Helmets, Coastguard approved Personal Flotation Devices, and Splash Jackets

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Wetsuits and boots
Not included: Snacks

Itinerary

Experience the thrill of inflatable kayaking on Durango’s Lower Animas River! This 1/4 day trip lasts 2 hours and 25 minutes round trip, with 1 hour on the water. Navigate exciting Class II rapids and one exhilarating Class III rapid, including “Smelter,” “Santa Rita,” and “Sawmill,” with calmer stretches for scenery and relaxation. Lower water flows in late summer make the rapids even more exciting. No experience is needed—our expert guides provide gear, instruction, and local insights.

Stop 1
Animas River

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Look for a 20ft tall Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours sign at the intersection of Main Ave and Animas View Dr. Turn into the gravel parking lot and proceed to the main building for check in after parking.

End point

Look for a 20ft tall Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours sign at the intersection of Main Ave and Animas View Dr. Turn into the gravel parking lot and proceed to the main building for check in after parking.

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.