Durango Rafting - Family Friendly Raft Trip

Overview

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.

City: Durango

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $80.00

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Sat 16 Nov

Starting at $80.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Raft equipment: life jackets, helmets

Transportation to and from the river

Professionally certified white water guide

Free Parking

Rafting Tour

Additional Info

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.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

Mountain Waters Rafting & Adventure Company

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

Animas River

Rafting!

Animas River Trail

Animas River Trail runs most the length of this trip

Santa Rita Park

Standard snack spot - whitewater park

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Cancellation Policy

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

Traveler Photos

Reviews (210)

CarrieW1292

Jun 2019

We booked the family trip with an hour on the river and to say we were all sad to see it end, would be an under statement. Our guide was Adan, and he was amazing, so friendly and knowledge about the river. I was the first time river rafting for our family together, but they put us at ease and were so friendly. We opted for the neoprene suits, seeing as the river was only 43 degrees, and it was a wise investment. We cannot wait for another rafting trip especially with this company.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

The river has been so high and fast this year that we are basically running the 3 hour trip in 1 hour! Check out our longer trips on the San Miguel River near Telluride, the Piedra River near Pagosa, and the Upper Animas River near Silverton, all a day trip from our office in Durango. Thank you for the review.

Mcfam28

Jun 2019

No need to read more reviews - Book the rafting trip!! We went with our 2 boys ages 6 and 8 and could not have had a better trip!!! Safe, fun , organized, professional and just amazing guides!!! We rocked the rapids while the kids were on shore safe with other guides, but by no means did they miss out on any fun!! They had a ball, riding bull, helping paddle and even swimming in the freezing water. I can’t say enough wonderful things about this company!! Syd the squid was our amazing guide...she made it the best trip!! Thanks for the great memories!!! 😊😊

Response from Host

Jun 2019

I do believe it would be superfluous to try and ad anything here. Mcfam28 summed up our company mission, thank you!

JTHC_4

May 2019

It was an extra exciting adventure since the class 3 rapids had changed to class 4. We had paid for the half day, but due to weather opted for the shorter trip at drop off. My family had such a great time despite 2 of us being frozen. I would definitely raft with them again. The guides were so professional and safety was their number 1 priority. The conversations were lively and entertaining to say the least. The trip from pick up to drop off was fantastic. The photographer did an amazing job capturing the rapids shots. You will not be disappointed with this trip.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

That was a challenging day weather wise and as today is the start of June, probably one of the last. I'm glad the crew was able to adapt to the change in plans and take care of you guys. They work hard and your review makes a difference to all of us, thank you!