Half-Day Whitewater Rafting Upper Colorado River
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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This section of the Colorado River offers scenic views including meadows, valleys, rolling ranch lands, and steep canyon walls and wildlife including ducks, geese, bald eagles, deer, beavers, and big horn sheep -- always something fun to see.
The Colorado River is our favorite family-friendly rafting trip. Beginning as snowmelt high in Rocky Mountain National Park, the Colorado Rockies give birth to the legendary Colorado River. Downstream of the national park, the river character intensifies through the famed and Class 5 “Gore Canyon”, and then below the river gentles. This is where our Colorado River Rafting experiences begin, with an introduction to white water rafting for families, and groups looking to enjoy an iconic Colorado vacation.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Hop in a raft with your guide and friends, and paddle down the scenic Upper Colorado River! Sections of Class l & ll rapids in narrow canyons alternate with pasturelands and a riverside hot springs that we'll stop at, flows permitting. At higher flows there is a chance of a Class lll rapid or two.
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Half-Day Whitewater Rafting Upper Colorado River
What‘s Included
All safety equipment, guides, and rafting equipment included.
Splash jacket
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
110 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tanner is an awesome guide!
L7234OGjamesb,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tanner was an excellent guide. He made the trip fun for our family going through awesome rapids, and also very knowledgeable about the wildlife and history of the area. He is safety oriented which put our minds at ease for our kids. Well worth the cost. We’ll come back and feel comfortable leveling up to bigger rapids next time!
Great first rafting trip!
C E A,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great trip for my family. Our guides Tanner and Bronson were super friendly and safety was top priority. We all felt in good hands with these guides. Once on the water the fun begun even though Tanner had everyone well entertained from walking up at the meeting spot through our safety orientation. If you want a laid back great experience, you will not wrong with these guys.
Fun Adventure
Deborah S,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun ride! Tanner is an experienced and knowledgeable guide. I recommend the Colorado Rafting Co for all ages. Great group activity. Saw a lot of wildlife and beautiful scenery.
The absolute best
N3419KPkatev,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time. Great first rafting experience for my son. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. And if you’re lucky you’ll get Tanner as your guide, he was helpful, educated and entertaining. 10/10 Great time!
Beautiful
Kate V,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The scenery and water were beautiful, we he’d the upper Colorado. The rapids were pretty tame, Tanner our wonderful guide was the life of the expedition 😊 I highly recommend this for beginners. My family had a great time
Ethan was a great guide...
Thomas A,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ethan was a great guide ensuring our safety as well as keeping us focused and pointing out various historical landmarks and fun facts along the journey.
Brandi Is Awesome!
Laura K,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guides Brandi and Julia were fantastic! I would highly recommend this tour. Brandi was a blast and I wish I could do it again!
Tanner is your best travel guide!
shawnsE8018KX,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very low water on Colorado River this year but were referred to Colorado Rafting Company for my first time rafting. Tanner was not only experienced but friendly, experienced and knowledgeable! Got stuck a few times and he just hopped out on got us back on track. Would HIGHLY RECOMMEND Tanner for your rafting experience! Tip him well…he works hard and deserves it!
We had a great time.
I698UDbillw,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Terrell our guide worked really hard to give us a great experience. He’s very knowledgeable and at ease on the river. He had great control of our boat. We will do this trip again! Maybe next time in kayaks.
A lot of fun to be had despite low water flows
Melly M,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a splendid experience! The water flow was low but both guides brought great energy to compensate. Tanner and Jason were fun, engaging, humorous, and clearly very knowledgeable and passionate about all the things - safety, water fun, environmental impacts and historical values. Even with the low water flow, the experience still provided for a beautiful day to enjoy the views of nature, watch for wildlife (lots of birding to be had), chill and enjoy the sunshine, laugh it up with the guides, and appreciate what the water provides. Please take it from me, speaking as a local that lives in Vail, that Colorado Adventure Guides is definitely a fantastic guiding company!
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