Half-Day Family Rafting in Durango, Colorado

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 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

Wed 02 Oct

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Starting at $97.01

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Wed 02 Oct

Starting at $97.01

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Pre-trip safety orientation

River and land access fees included

Round trip shuttle from main office

highly maintained equipment

Free Parking

Free splash jackets and helmets (if desired)

Trip Leaders average 2,000 river miles

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
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

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (658)

oliviasJ1515BL

Jul 2021

so much fun! the water was a little low but the tour guide really made it worth the trip. overall was a really fun trip.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Thank you so much for your review! This is definitely a low water year for us, but we're so glad you enjoyed your trip with Joe!

347jennar

Jul 2021

We loved our rafting trip!!! The river was low, but our guide Joe kept the energy up and was a total blast! Totally worth it!!!

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Thank you so much for your review! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience with Joe!

Landsharklax

Jul 2021

There are plenty of rafting companies in town, do yourself a favor and don't choose Mild to Wild. We we're told to reserve a time or we might not get one which required payment. We paid for 16 people and due to weather two could not make it. The manager told me to read the refund policy. No refunds. We signed up for an 8:30 trip and weren't' on the water until 9:15. Finally on the water, this is more of a slow boring float. The rafts kept getting stuck on rocks. It was hot and the guides had water for themselves but not for anyone else. Very disappointed.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and feedback with us. We completely understand that things happen when people have to cancel, but last minute cancellations are given store credit which the two in your party did receive. There are costs on our end that can't be recouped from last minute cancellations, and we apologize for the frustration this caused for you. Our meet time for the morning rafting trip is at 8:30, which gives people the time to sign waivers, get dressed, get fitted for PFD's, and address any other needs before driving over to the boat launch. I'm sorry to hear that there was a miscommunication about what our meet time entailed. We do ask you to bring your own water bottles on trips right now due to our protocols for COVID-19, but our guide should have had water available for refills for you. This is certainly a low water year, and as much as we wish we could make Mother Nature send us more snow in the winter and rain in the spring, we just have to go with the flow. We always want our guests to enjoy their experience, and I apologize that this wasn't the case for you. Please reach out to us if there is something we can do to make this right for you.