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Glenwood Canyon Half-Day Raft Trip in Colorado

Overview
If we only had two to three hours to spend on the water and wanted show our friends or family what it's like to experience the thrill of Class III Colorado whitewater rafting and the beauty of Glenwood Canyon, this would be the trip we'd take them on. And if we only had two hours because everyone had plans after the trip, well, we'd probably cancel them so we could all go rafting.

It's perfect for first-timers, families, and people who like experiencing life rather than Snapchatting it.
City: Glenwood Springs
Sat 16 Nov
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Starting at $70.00
Sat 16 Nov
Starting at $70.00
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What's Included
Shuttle
Free hotel pickup and drop-off upon request with 24-hour notice
Optional use of wetsuits, river booties, and splash-jackets
Helmet
No additional fees and taxes
Post trip swag for Happy Paddlers (guests 12 and under).
Personal Flotation Device (PFD) aka, lifejacket
Additional Info
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival. Please arrive 45 minutes prior to trip departure.
  • 24-hour cancelation policy (outside = full refund; inside = partial refund up to 50%)
  • Face masks provided for travellers
  • 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
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • At Defiance, we try not to take ourselves too seriously. But when it comes to what we do ā€“ well, we do. That includes looking after the welfare of our guests and the responsibility of earning and maintaining your trust and confidence throughout your experience.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (335)
Victoria P
Jul 2019
I found this trip on Groupon. It was a fantastic deal. It was two hours long. The guides are friendly and enthusiastic. I enjoyed how much time we had on the water. I've done raft trips before that said they were two hours but maybe lasted an hour or so. This one was totally on point: left at the exact time scheduled and did not rush to get back. Highly recommend!
Cindy K
Jul 2019
Iā€™m a 50+ year old woman who was VERY apprehensive about rafting. It was almost 100 degrees outside and once the life jacket was tightened, I thought I was going to suffocate and faint! BUT once I got into raft, and splashed with cold water, I was fine. I felt safe with my 10 year old son also on my raft. Sam was a wonder guide. I sat in the back of the raft. Class 2 rapids for our trip was perfect! We brought a phone in a plastic case looped around our neck in which Iā€™m SO GLAD we brought it! We took many great pics!
LoveTravelingFamily1
Jul 2019
Great experience from beginning to end! We found a Groupon for this 1/2 day rafting trip and was a bit sceptical due to the low cost compared to other companies. I called to confirm pricing, Groupon, extra charges, etc. and everthing was exactly as listed. Upon arriving, the staff was super friendly and answered all our questions. Due to the river being very high, we were limited to a specific part of the river, as some parts were closed for safety. We were told ahead of time the rapids would be fun, but not quite as many on this part, which was ok, since it was our first time rafting and didn't need to be nervous. Our guide, Timmy, was excellent - super fun, explained some history about the area, and gave us a great time. We purchased the pictures at the end of the trip, all 23 of them for $50 (what great memories we have). I highly recommend Defiance Rafting Company. It was everything we could have hoped for, for our first family rafting trip. We had 3 adults and 3 kids, ages 12-18.

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