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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
Tue 24 Dec
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Starting at $58.00
Tue 24 Dec
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)
Ihearttravel124
Jul 2022
Our guide Rob was great and so knowledgeable about the terrain. Terrific fun day with our family. We learned safety tips but really didn't get to use them. It was perfect for us as beginner raft riders. This activity was the highlight of our trip.
Response from Host
Jul 2022
Rob is a great guide and definitely full of fun facts! We are glad you had a fun and safe time here at Defiance!
Jag13177
Jul 2022
What an amazing first time rafting! Luke was an exemplary guide. We got to enjoy the peaceful and easy ride of the float and the fun of the rapids, we even got to stop and enjoy the hot spring. We will definitely return!
Response from Host
Jul 2022
Happy to hear it! Luke is fantastic and we are glad you enjoyed your time here on the Colorado with Defiance!
Peggy G
Jul 2022
Such a fun way to end our vacation! Our river guide was amazing. He was very knowledgeable about the area. He even let us get out and hang out in the hot springs for a while. As we took the scenic float, we did not have a lot of rapids. We did get some choppy waters, however. Great fun! Ideal for older people.
Response from Host
Jul 2022
Thanks for rafting with us, Peggy! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your scenic float and the time spent at the natural hot springs!

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