1/4 Day Family Rafting In Durango

Overview

Explore Durango’s Lower Animas River on this half-day family rafting trip through town. The Lower Animas is a popular river for visitors and locals alike. Get a unique view of Durango through the rapids, savor a river side snack and experience the scenic beauty south of town. Paddle along with the guide or sit back and relax as the guide does all the work. Learn the history of the region and stories of local traditions as you experience Durango, Colorado river rafting. Rafting on the Lower Animas in Durango offers a great mild trip option for ages 4 and up.

City: Durango

Tue 22 Oct

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Starting at $75.21

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What's Included

Pre-trip safety orientation

River and land access fees included

Round trip shuttle from main office

Free Parking

Free splash jackets and helmets (if desired)

Highly maintained equipment

Trip Leaders average 2,000 river miles

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 4 years
Wet-suit and wet-suit boot rentals are highly recommended through June

What To Expect

Mild to Wild Rafting and Jeep Tours

This is the meet location for the tour.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (422)

514kristenh

Jul 2018

We took a large group of ten family members, ages 7-60, rafting on the Lower Animas. Our guides were Trey and Jesse and they were both great! We got some history of the river as we went through town and then got ready for the rapids. Our guides were super friendly and helpful, and prepared us for what was coming next. We got the picture package and received some great pictures of our boats heading through the rapids. We will definitely raft with Mild to Wild again!

Bre B

Jul 2018

We had a great rafting experience today with our guide Scottie, he was very experienced, encouraging, and friendly. We were nervous whether our 9 and 6 year old would get too cold or be unhappy on the river a long time, so we chose the economy trip. We could have easily done the half day instead because we all had a great time. We will come back when we get the chance.

RockinDisneyStyle

Jul 2018

I can't say enough good things about Mild to Wild! I took my family there on 7/5/2018 for a 1:30 economy rafting trip. Though I had been rafting before many, many years ago the rest of my family hadn't been. We wanted something immersive, fun and not too long in the event someone didn't care for it. The entire experience was great from the moment we stepped in the door. We checked in and purchased some Croakies for our sunglasses, settled in for a short safety video and got ready for our rafting trip. The staff was great, cheerful, full of energy and got us more excited as each moment went by. We went out and waited for a few groups to come back from their trip and got properly fitted for our PFDs (personal flotation device) and got our oars and on the bus we went. The ride to the "put-in" was short and the guides on the bus got everyone hyped up. There's another safety briefing while all of the rafts get off-loaded and out into the river and then you're set. Our guide was Richard. He was fantastic! It was clear he knew the river very well. We got on the water quickly and ahead of the crowd and didn't get stuck that often. It was easy to get stuck on this trip because the water level was so low but it didn't affect the experience. Richard was funny and seemed to have a great time with us teasing and being as goofy as we were along the way. Next time we go I hope we get Richard! The best parts of the trip for us were the lake where we got out and swam and the the "big rapids" or "slides". It was exactly what we wanted. We were lucky and had the bonus of it raining on our trip. It was completely amazing! I will say that Mild ti Wild is popular and there is a wait for the buses to come and take you to the put-in but its really not that bad. I also recommend getting the picture package. It's worth the price! We will be back, we will use Mild to Wild and I recommend them to anyone looking to go rafting in Durango.

Response from Host

Jul 2018

Thanks for your recommendation and your detailed explaination of the trip. Feel free to request Richard next time you are back in the area! We'll be waiting for you!