Durango

Durango Rafting - Family Friendly Raft Trip

Badge of ExcellenceDurango, USA
Raft Trip Half Day Animas River
  • 3 hours
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Experience the adrenaline-pumping excitement of a rafting adventure on this professionally guided, 3-hour excursion. Ride along the clear, crisp waters of the Animas River in Durango. Crash through the Class I, II and III rapids, which are less technical but no less exciting for an introductory river experience. It’s a perfect balance for kids and adults wanting to share a fun day on the river. All boating equipment, plus transportation.
  • Perfect for all ages and skill level
  • Family friendly
  • Informative, friendly and professional guide
  • Choice of several departures throughout the day

What's Included

  • Rafting Tour
  • Raft equipment: life jackets, helmets
  • Professionally certified white water guide
  • Transportation to and from the river
  • Free Parking
  • Gratuities
  • Thermal gear available for rent at time of trip
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Mountain Waters Rafting
    303 W College Dr, Durango, CO 81301, USA

    Meet at the Mountain Waters Rafting office 303 W. College Dr Durango, CO 81301 Free secure parking!

What To Expect

Mountain Waters Rafting & Adventure Company

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Animas River

3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Animas River Trail (Pass By)

Santa Rita Park

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Minimum age is 4 years
  • Children under 11 must weigh at least 30 pounds
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a friendly entry level raft trips suitable for most everyone.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Carol_M
Bobby was a great guide. Our family loved this experience and would highly recommend. For families of all ages.

Reviews

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Rafting the Animas River
Janice_N, Aug 2023
The Stu, the guide was great. The river was low and slow. Many rocks to maneuver around and few rapids. We also had to keep together with the group of rubber duckies so also was a negative in my opinion.
Happy Cajuns
Ronnie_D, Jul 2023
Really enjoyed our trip & Sam was very funny & knowledgable of the river. We will definitely use these services next time we visit the area.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thank you for the review! We would love to hear what would get us 5 stars. :)
Fun for a first time
Susan_B, Jul 2023
Really enjoyed the water park area. Bobby our guide was great. It was a lot tamer than we expected. Would have been nice for a few more rapids & splashes but, I guess that’s up to the river
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Ahh yes, we are at the mercy of mother nature! Come back in June for some bigger water! :)
Durango White Water Rafting for Families
Carol_M, Jul 2023
Bobby was a great guide. Our family loved this experience and would highly recommend. For families of all ages.
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Thank you for the review! We love that rafting can be for all ages! :)
Best Rafting Experience Ever
Kristina_H, Jul 2023
Great place, friendly staff and guides. Second time going this year. Very streamlined and organized. Would recommend
Response from Host, Jul 2023
We are rafting through the end of August if you want to make it a 3rd time! ;) Thank you for choosing Mountain Waters Rafting!
Worth every dollar!
Dana_R, Jul 2023
Andy was an excellent guide. We had a great experience and would book again! The river was moving fast, but we felt safe and prepared.
Response from Host, Jul 2023
You came during a great river season! Thank you for choosing Mountain Waters Rafting!
It was fun. Our guide is...
Joseph_F, Jul 2022
It was fun. Our guide is funny and knowledgeable! We will recommend this adventure to everyone. Super happy.
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Funny knowledgeable guides make super happy guests! Thank you for the review!
Great trip
Michele_V, Jul 2022
Shiloh did a great job providing a fun, but safe experience. Loved swimming down the rapid and enjoyed the trip very much.
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Great to hear Michele, thank you for the review!
Family raft trip
barb, Jul 2022
We had so much fun! Our raft guide Brianna was the best. She literally pulled my daughter out of the water! So strong and did a great job! Please give her rookie of the year!
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Well, did she put your daughter in the water or was that a voluntary swim? I mean, for rookie of the year and all. Thank you for the review!
Great family fun!
Jeannette_F, Jul 2022
We went rafting with our 4 kids (age 4-11) and had a great experience. Dory was amazing with our kids and helped them feel safe. It made our experience so much more enjoyable. All the staff were wonderful and wed highly recommend rafting with them.
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Mom's taking mom's rafting since 1981! Thank you for the review and recommendation!
Amazing!!!!
Catherine_S, Jul 2021
Our guide Eddie made our first rafting experience enjoyable and fun. Would definitely recommend! Even though none of us have gone before we felt like we were pros by the end with his positive attitude!
Response from Host, Jul 2021
Imagine what an amazing world we would have if we all brought that positive attitude to everything we do! Thank you for the review and positive words!
Excellent trip!
Lee_D, Jul 2021
Super friendly staff. Everything went perfect. We lucked into fantastic weather for the four hour trip.
Response from Host, Jul 2021
Luck over skill any day, thank you for the review!
June 29
Annunziata_W, Jun 2021
Our guide was amazing….thanks David for the laughs and adventure! It was a chilly day, but that was quickly forgotten!
Response from Host, Jul 2021
Good times trump chilly weather, thank you for the review!
River rafting
Jamal_J, Jun 2021
It was a good ride that was well organized. The TL was very knowledgeable and kept things lite and people involved. I would definitely do it again, just a little faster.
Response from Host, Jul 2021
We raft 4 rivers and 12 sections, we got faster! Thank you for the review.
Nice rafting day
Lindsay_W, Jun 2021
Loved it! And our tour guide was si nice! Thanks Axel!!! Btw hate the number pf minimum characters in this review!
Response from Host, Jun 2021
Um...the minimum number of characters is zero. Nonetheless, we sure appreciate the effort to write us a review, thank you!
great family fun
lloyd_a, Dec 2020
Took grandkids on raft tour. They loved it. Would highly recommend this for family trip and memories.
Response from Host, May 2021
Kid tested and grand parent approved since 1981! Thank you for taking time to review us.
Sid was awesome
Jean_K, Aug 2020
Because it was late in the season, the river was low, but the trip was still fun. Sid, our guide, was awesome! She made the trip not just good, but great!
Having a blast in Durango
Gregory_D, Jun 2018
We went rafting with the Mountain Rafting Co and had a wonderful time. We went on the 4 hour trip. We took our 11 year old grandson and 7 year old granddaughter with us. They had a fabulous time. The guides are more than fantastic. There was a group that had children a lot younger than ours. This is totally family friendly.. We even went on the Mesa Verde tour and had a wonderful time.
Excellent trip. Best part of our...
Penny H, Aug 2017
Excellent trip. Best part of our Colorado adventure. Well organized and professional team. Left on time. The guides make it a safe and fun trip. Beware of those pesky rocks lurking in the water! Maddie the AQUA Dog was amazing too.
We had a great time. Our guide was fun...
Ryan C, Aug 2017
We had a great time. Our guide was fun and friendly. The kids have talked about it for the last two weeks. Definitely recommend!!!!

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