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Scenic Canyon Half-Day Float

Overview
Feel free to leave the worries at home. This trip has just enough splash to remind you that you’re on a river but leaves out the intensity of the Shoshone rapids. You’ll have plenty of opportunity to kick-back and take in all that Glenwood Canyon has to offer. Hop out and do some swimming or even dip your toes in the hot springs that make their way into the Colorado River as you approach Glenwood Springs.
City: Glenwood Springs
Sun 22 Sep
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Starting at $58.00
Sun 22 Sep
Starting at $58.00
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What's Included
Shuttle
Happy Paddlers (guests 12 and under)
Optional use of wetsuits, river booties, and splash-jackets
Helmet
No additional fees and taxes
Free hotel pickup and drop-off upon request with 24-hour notice by calling our phone number.
Personal Flotation Device (PFD) aka, lifejacket
Additional Info
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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 required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travellers
  • 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
  • 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 – 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. Visit our website for more details.
What To Expect
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Defiance Rafting
Your experience starts by meeting at the Defiance boathouse in No Name, CO in beautiful Glenwood Canyon (which is just 2 miles east of the community of Glenwood Springs). There, we will gear you up, talk about the trip, and introduce you to your river pro. Then we'll shuttle up the canyon to Grizzly Creek where we will put-in on the Colorado River. You'll begin your scenic float right away as we navigate down the lower half of Glenwood Canyon. There will be occasional splashes and opportunities to jump in the water through lower Glenwood Canyon and into the community of Glenwood Springs. • Class I–II  • Trip Length: 2 hours to 2 1/2 hours (dependent on river flow) • Departs daily @ 9:00 am; 1:00 pm; and 4:00 pm • Check-In is 45 minutes prior to departure • Requirements: Paddlers must weigh at least 30lbs.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (127)
Tori_D
Jun 2021
Our guide Stewart made it a great and fun experience!!! Amazing Views to go with it. Definitely would go again!
T6694GWgloriac
Sep 2020
Had a great time with Lily as our guide. This tour was nice and easy four our 4 yr old to enjoy. Due to the fires we had to do a different part of the Canyon. I give them 5 stars for being able to be flexible and accommodating even with the fires in their normal routes. Check in and fitting was super easy and the pictures at the end were a good deal! We will see them again next summer for tougher rides!
Response from Host
Jan 2021
Thank you so much for joining us at a very unique time! It's awesome to hear you and the crew enjoyed your time on the river with Lily and your time with Defiance hit the mark. We look forward to seeing you again and getting on the river through the normal stretch of Glenwood Canyon! Take care – Gregory
SELIA_P
Sep 2020
Remarkable!! Sums up every aspect of the trip. From the beautiful sights to the energy and excitement of the guides! We had Taylor and she was amazing! She was friendly personable and extremely energetic. All of the guides were funny and had amazing personalities! You can tell they love what they do! We will be coming back next year to experience the rapids when they are a little more rapid!
Response from Host
Jan 2021
That's wonderful to hear! Thank you so much for sharing. We really do love what we do and vow to never take it for granted. Looking forward to seeing you again soon and giving it another go! Take care – Gregory

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