Advanced Royal Gorge Whitewater Rafting Trip

Overview

Royal Gorge whitewater rafting is the ultimate half/full day rafting adventure trip in Colorado. Huge waves, steep technical drops, and almost continuous whitewater rapids in a narrow canyon await you with rapids like Sledgehammer, Wallslammer, the Narrows, Boateater and the infamous Sunshine Falls. The Royal Gorge may demand so much attention you don't even notice the world famous Royal Gorge Bridge 1053 feet above the river. This exhilarating trip is recommended for rafters or adventurers in good physical shape who are ready for aggressive paddling. Our Royal Gorge whitewater rafting trips are our most popular advanced trips! If you are seeking lots of excitement, this trip is for you and your group. Lunch will be served at a stop on the river.

City: Cañon City

Fri 06 Mar

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Starting at $182.23

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Fri 06 Mar

Starting at $182.23

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What's Included

Professional guide

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points

Life Jacket, helmet, wetsuit and splash jacket

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Recommended dress code is no cotton. Anything synthetic such as swimwear, workout gear, and sandals/sneakers with a heel. No flip flops for crocks Please

What To Expect

Arkansas River Tours

You will arrive are out Canon City location, check in with our friendly reservation staff, meet your guide for the day, be outfitted with necessary rafting gear, go through an in depth safety orientation and then hop on a van or bus for a short 5-10 min ride to the river put in

Royal Gorge Bridge and Park

Once you arrive at the river you will be given specific instructions by your guide and then hit the river for an amazing adventure. You will float through the world famous Royal Gorge! Amazing views of the America's tallest suspension bridge sitting 1,000 ft above the river and experience amazing whitewater on this trip. This is the premiere trip on the Arkansas River!

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (137)

Katie_Vieregg

Jul 2023

I have always wanted to go on a White Water raft but have always been nervous. When we arrived the staff were friendly and helpful. They offered splash gear and thermal wear; and then fitted us for life vests and helmets. Jesus was our leader and he was amazing! Super funny and helpful all throughout. So good that he calmed both my sister and I's fears. We had a blast and are already excited for our next rafting trip!

Response from Host

Aug 2023

Thanks for the review, we are so pleased to hear that you had a great time on the water with our guide Jesus! Hope to see you again next season!!

Inspire20261420486

Jun 2023

This is my tenth season rafting with Arkansas River Tours. They are one of the four original outfitters on the Arkansas and their experience shows- I wouldn't even consider using another outfitter. I feel safe and equipped every time I'm out on the water with ART. This is the highest water l've experienced thus far. The safety talk was thorough and detailed- and always entertaining. (I've come to look forward to and expect the jokes. Please keep them coming.) We even pulled the bus over for a moment for the guides to assess one of the more technical rapids of the day. There was an air of seriousness. But ART is serious about safety so that we can have SERIOUS fun on the river. I must give a shout-out to our guide Jesus. This was the second time I've rafted with him this season. He is a talented and gifted guide. He knows his craft and is able to quickly train his crew on how to paddle effectively and together. He safely positioned us into places on fairly calm water that allowed us to experience things the boat might do later in the trip, such as a tube suck, so we could be prepared. He also took time to explain upcoming rapids and which path we wanted to take and why... and also what side of the river we should try to swim to if we found ourselves outside of the boat and needing to be an active participant in our rescue. But I must note that we didn't have any "swimmers" on this trip. I felt confident in Jesus' skills and training. He is joyful, enthusiastic and fun... so so much fun. I've never had so much fun with a guide. He always positioned us to safely have the best and biggest time on the river. It was a blast. He pointed out fun rock formations and shared a ton of local history during calm water. It was such an engaging and interesting trip. We even spotted the cutest baby bighorn sheep at one of our rest points on the Gorge. Cold cuts are always more delicious after a morning of paddling and the guides kindly prepared lunch. The table cloth was a nice touch. Two River Runner boats joined us through the Gorge. I love how kind, courteous, and respectful ART is to everyone on the river. They are true leaders in the industry. I will continue to raft with them for as long as they are on the river and hopefully I will get to paddle with Jesus again. Remember, you can never overtip your guide! Request Jesus. He guides every part of the river. Big water! Big fun!

Response from Host

Aug 2023

Thank you for this amazing review, and for the shoutout to Jesus! We're so pleased you had fun and felt safe during our highwater season. Come see us again next season!

nkreikemeier

Jun 2023

Had a great time with Ron Jon, he was a super knowledgeable guide, helped calm our nerves, got us home, safe, and as dry as we could be. Water was crazy high and the rapids were super fun! The lodge where you meet up is well equipped with dry bags, and other things you may need for your trip, if I live near Cañon City, I would go again, and I would make sure to get Ron Jon!

Response from Host

Aug 2023

Thanks for the review, we are so glad to hear that you had a great time in highwater! Hope to see you again!