Half-Day Whitewater Rafting Upper Colorado River

Overview

This section of the Colorado River offers scenic views including meadows, valleys, rolling ranch lands, and steep canyon walls and wildlife including ducks, geese, bald eagles, deer, beavers, and big horn sheep -- always something fun to see.

The Colorado River is our favorite family-friendly rafting trip. Beginning as snowmelt high in Rocky Mountain National Park, the Colorado Rockies give birth to the legendary Colorado River. Downstream of the national park, the river character intensifies through the famed and Class 5 “Gore Canyon”, and then below the river gentles. This is where our Colorado River Rafting experiences begin, with an introduction to white water rafting for families, and groups looking to enjoy an iconic Colorado vacation.

City: Vail

Mon 07 Apr

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Starting at $97.90

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Mon 07 Apr

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What's Included

Splash jacket

All safety equipment, guides, and rafting equipment included.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (58)

Krista P

Jul 2023

Miles was an outstanding guide. He was kind, fun and very capable. The views were astounding and we felt 100% safe the entire time. We even saw a bald Eagle! SO WORTH IT!!

Response from Host

Jul 2023

So beautiful in that canyon, and Miles is a great host to show it to you! This is a wonderful trip for the whole family - moments of intense rapids alternating with calm areas where everyone can relax in the sunshine and notice all the wildflowers and wildlife. Thanks for writing about it!

CandiD682

Jul 2023

Connor was our superb guide. He is also hilarious. Connor, you’re a card....Get back in the deck! Connor, you should be on the stage...It leaves in 5 minutes! It was a beautiful, relaxing and at times exhilarating trip on the gorgeous Colorado River. Take the plunge, people!

Response from Host

Jul 2023

Our guides on the Upper C are rated "most funny" by ... each other and all our guests! So glad you found the river as beautiful as we do. It is an amazing, and accessible, resource. Thanks for boating it with us!

Q7339SYterryt

Jul 2023

Our guide Corbin was a blast!! We always felt safe and we all had a great time rafting down the Colorado River

Response from Host

Jul 2023

Wonderful to hear, thanks for sharing!