Scenic Half-Day Float from Taos

Overview

This Rio Grande rafting trip traverses the calm oxbows of the Orilla Verde National Recreation Area. The open canyon allows scenic views of towering basalt cliffs, high desert ecosystems, a lush riverside habitat, Class II rapids, and swimming.

City: Taos

Mon 09 Mar

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Starting at $84.00

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Mon 09 Mar

Starting at $84.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local guide

Professional guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This is a shared activity. Guests may expect to share vehicles and/or rafts with other parties.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (93)

Camper615490

Aug 2024

The trip was great. This was my first rafting experience. The guide was wonderful. He was very knowledgeable about the area and a lot of fun, He even sang happy birthday to me. It was very cool.

Response from Host

Aug 2024

Aww, happy birthday! Thanks for coming out on the river with us on your special day! Hope it was great!

Dominick D

Aug 2024

We had a great time. James was a great guide. He handled the raft masterfully, describe the environment, and engaged in lively conversation. The float was extremely scenic and quiet. It gave you a chance to really look at River and take in its beauty. I highly recommend this trip.

Response from Host

Aug 2024

Thanks so much for coming out, Dominick! We are glad you guys had a great time and hope to see you all again soon!

Cindycycle

Aug 2024

We asked for a very easy, pleasant half-day float and that is what we got. We had opportunities to swim at a couple of different locations along the route but since it was a little cool and rainy we did not opt to get in the River. This float takes you through a beautiful, mostly undeveloped part of the Rio Grande. We encountered a few anglers along the way, but no other people. We saw a variety of birds including Canada goose, great blue herons, and magpies. It was a quiet, beautiful morning! I believe we got a discount for going in the morning instead of the (busier) afternoon. We had the boat to ourselves! Our guide had lots of information about the River and the geology we were seeing as we floated along. She expertly steered us around boulders and through rapids - we didn't have to do anything except sit back and enjoy the ride. There is essentially no storage on the boat, so bring as little as possible. We just had our water bottles.

Response from Host

Aug 2024

So stoked to hear about your experience! Encountering the wildlife from the river can be quite amazing. We are glad you all had a great time and hope you'll come back to float the river again! :)