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Intermediate Bighorn Sheep Canyon Whitewater Rafting Trip

Intermediate Bighorn Sheep Canyon Whitewater Rafting Trip

Overview

BIGHORN SHEEP CANYON

Floating past spectacular geological formations and views of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range as you run exciting Class II-III rapids. This trip is suitable for first timers or experienced rafters with great views and lots of adventure. You will run the best 10 miles of whitewater in Bighorn Sheep Canyon and perfect for families, groups or individuals looking to experience whitewater rafting in Colorado for the first time or tenth time. Great views and adventure! 2 to 3 hours on the water. This is the only trip that can start out of either of our locations.

City: Cañon City

Wed 20 Nov

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Starting at $120.00

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Wed 20 Nov

Starting at $120.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Professional guide

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points

Use of Helmet/Life Vest/Splash Jacket

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Recommended dress code is no cotton. Anything synthetic such as swimwear, workout gear, and sandals/sneakers with a heel. No flip flops for crocks!
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Masks will not be worn on the river as it is hazardous in a water environment

What To Expect

Arkansas River Tours

You will meet at our office and check in with our friendly office staff, meet your guide, get outfitted with the proper rafting equipment, go through and in depth safety orientation and then hop on a van or bus for a 25-30 drive to the river put int

Arkansas River

Once you arrive at the put in you will be given specific instructions by your guide and then you are off for an adventure of a life time! You will spend 2-2.5 hours on the water running great whitewater and viewing amazing Colorado scenery.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (170)

Rana T

Jul 2019

We had the best time rafting with Tex and Kasen as our guides. As a mom, I was nervous at the beginning but the guides were so calming and clearly knew what they were doing and how to keep everyone safe. We were safe and had a blast! Definitely want to come back! A must-do if you are in the Cotopaxi, CO area.

Response from Host

Aug 2019

Thanks Rana! We love to hear that you felt safe with us, because we strive for safety out there on the river! We hope to see you again next time you are in the area!

EVino575

Jul 2019

I very highly recommend Arkansas River Tours as your choice for rafting on the Arkansas River. Our tour was a full day on the river in Bighorn Sheep Canyon. It left out it Cotopaxi and traveled 23 miles. The rapids varied from Class 1 to 4, primarily an intermediate family trip but with enough adventurous rapids to keep everyone busy. Our guide was Ethan and we highly recommend him! He was very knowledgeable and an excellent guide and patient instructor. Lunch was provided and consisted of an abundance of fresh ingredients for sandwiches and dessert. The MOST IMPORTANT reason I recommend Arkansas River Tours is because this independent company has years of experience on this river. Our trip avoided the “raft caravans” that we witnessed on our return trip to base. We had an individual experience which you cannot possibly have if you are waiting in line behind other rafts running each rapid. Please consider ART and ask for Ethan if you can! You will be pleased.

Response from Host

Aug 2019

Thanks for spending the day on the river with us! We are glad that you had such a great experience with Ethan and that you enjoyed the lunch. We hope to raft with you again next time!

Krazyazn

Jul 2019

We are first timer whitewater rafters. So glad we chose Arkansas River Tours (ART) to do our rafting with. Did not know what to expect and ART was professional and accommodating. Kyle was our guide. He was funny, caring, and most of all passionate about what he does. When you have a guide who enjoys what he does, the excitement gets passed on to everyone else... he did exactly that...and he made sure we ALL felt comfortable and safe. Our family had a "STELLAR" time. Thank you Kyle and Arkansas River Tours for our spectacular first white water ratfting experience!!!

Response from Host

Aug 2019

Thanks for choosing us for your first rafting experience! We are so glad that we could show you all a good time and hope to raft with you again!