Colorado River Whitewater Rafting: Half Day Trip
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3 hours 30 minutes
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The Colorado River is our favorite family-friendly rafting trip. This section of the Colorado River offers scenic views including meadows, valleys, rolling ranch lands and steep canyon walls with wildlife including bald eagles, deer, beavers, and big horn sheep - always something to see. Upper Colorado River Rafting provides mild Class I-II rapids and occasional Class III rapids at higher spring water flows.
Beginning as snowmelt high in Rocky Mountain National Park, the Rockies give birth to the legendary Colorado River. Downstream of the Park, the river intensifies through the famed Class 5 “Gore Canyon”, but below, the river gentles where our Colorado River Rafting trips begin. An introduction to white water rafting for families with children and grandparents, any group looking for a scenic Colorado adventure will enjoy this raft trip.
We are proudly a smaller operation offering intimate Colorado adventures. Our raft guides are highly trained, experienced, and State certified.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Spend time with our friends and family on this fully guided rafting adventure on the beautiful and pristine Upper Colorado River. This section of the Colorado River offers scenic views including meadows, valleys, rolling ranch lands and steep canyon walls. The varied terrain hosts all kinds of wildlife, including bald eagles, deer, beaver, and big horn sheep - always something to marvel at. Upper Colorado River Rafting provides mild Class I-II rapids and occasional Class III rapids early season in years with higher water flow! Some years flow slows. Bring the entire family (5 yrs and up) on this journey anytime. There's something for everyone. Mid-June to early July is traditionally the higher water season. When the river runs at its peak, it can be a fast ride. Most groups enjoy scenic runs in May, then mid-July through all September. Some years lower flow leads to more time in the beautiful valley. Itinerary -Meet at our Rancho Del Rio boathouse at 4199 Trough Rd, Bond, CO 80423 -Trips leave twice daily at 9AM or 1 PM -Gear up & meet your guide(s) -Shuttle ride to river put-in on the Upper Colorado River -River time with rapids & swimming holes -Shuttle back to the boathouse
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Colorado River Whitewater Rafting: Half Day Trip
What‘s Included
Colorado Rafting Company guides, All safety & rafting equipment
food, snacks, water, guide gratuity, insurance (trip, rescue, medical)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
26 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great First Trip on Colorado River
Q663YWcarriea,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our first family river trip and could not be more pleased with the trip. Tanner was our guide and he was highly skilled. Once on river we saw several groups struggling with wind. Not these guys, they kept us on coarse allowing time to just get ahead so we could relax and take in scenery. Really enjoyed his knowledge of the river. My next trip will be with Colorado Adventure Guides
Recommended to anyone!
Coastal487484,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tanner was great. Great Jokes, great team leadership, great guy. Nice to see someone at home with themselves
Wonderful Experience
Todd C,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tanner was an awesome guide!! Me and my family had a great time and will definitely be back next time we're here. It was a combination of excitement and adrenaline while taking in the natural beauty of the river and mountains.
Boat float fun
B7187TVjulieb,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tanner showed us a fun, easy trip on the Colorado today. Highly recommend and ready to do it again!
Jake is a Great Guide
COLaxXCMom,Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed having Jake as our guide. He pointed out a pair of bald eagles and their eaglets. He also knew a lot of the history and ecology of the area. It was a beautiful and informative rafting trip!
Tanner was awesome and...
Mackenna C,Jul 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Tanner was awesome and highly recommend him to be your guild! He was super skillful and extremely knowledgeable, which made the experience that much better!
Great Experience for the Whole Family
bdholm,Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tanner was an awesome guide who made this a great experience for our whole family (including our 7 and 9 year old). The beginner half-day trip was perfect. It was easy and safe with a couple of thrills. Our kids jumped in at the swimming hole and thought that was pretty cool too.
Family Fun on the Colorado with Colorado Adventures
Cory D,Jun 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Dustin and Jake were our guides. Dustin was in our boat and he was great guide: funny, fun, educational, great personality.
Great Family Rafting
Brian M,Jun 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great guides! We were with Jake and he made the entire experience fun and easy. He gave us lots of historical tidbits and pointed out all the woodland creatures.
Loved our Rafting Trip!
tminer1,Sep 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I loved this half day trip. The weather in September is typically picture perfect and the river was lower and slower, which was fine by us. We got wet but not saturated. I'd recommend water shoes or water-ready sandals. No flipflops. Tanner, our guide, made the trip fantastic. He's a great guide. I appreciated his professionalism, stressing the safety concerns regarding rafting but doing so with humor and enthusiasm. Tanner was very knowledgeable regarding all aspects of rafting and the river. We loved his attitude, kindness and humor. We can't wait to repeat this trip in the Spring.
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