Overview
4 hours
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Exciting class 4+ whitewater rafting trip. Spectacular Colorado scenery including 1100ft deep gorge and rafting under the world's highest suspension bridge. This is a great trip for adrenaline seeking enthusiasts. The Royal Gorge is one of the premier river trips offered anywhere.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 16 years
Maximum weight not to exceed 300lbs.
Participant must be able to swim.
What To Expect
Raft Trip Meeting Location
Options
Royal Gorge Half Day Trip
Option 1: Class 4-5 advanced whitewater trip
What‘s Included
Professional guide
wetsuits, splash jackets included
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
118 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Brice was awesome !
Katie G,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent guides! Brice was awesome and made us all feel comfortable and we all had fun- he even stopped for all of us to take a swim!
Fun even for a first-timer
onth3dl,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing ride with guide Mike! Exciting and informative dialogue made for a great time even when we got stuck on a rock at a certain point. We did the half-day trip but surely the full day would have been just as fun if not more so. Looking forward to another trip, especially since returning participants get a lifetime 10% discount!
Performance is the BEST!
andreabP4914EJ,May 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Performance is simply the best rafting company out there. They pay attention to every detail from wetsuit, shoes to water for your water bottle. Upon arrival the staff warmly checked us in and didn't miss any detail in preparation for the trip. The staffs passion for rafting was palpable. They shuttled us to launch spot and our guide Bundy took us under his wings. We were so lucky to be paired with Bundy as not only did he know the river like the back of his hand, he had a sense of humor. As we floated down the river other raft guides would comment on how great our guide is, which instilled confidence on our trip. As we approached class 4 rapids, Bundy had the experience and knowledge to get us through the rapids smoothly. The cost of the trip was far more reasonable then the other companies, but there was no skimping on quality. After seeing the gorge from the bridge and the water, the best way to see the gorge is a rafting trip. We were able to see birds, big horn sheep and even a snake! My partner and I hope to do many more trips with Performance rafting and hands down would recommend!
Very Good!! I want to repeat for sure. You deserve all the success
Nathalia G,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I loved it! Great instructor, I’ll be back in the summer for sure. May God bless these wonderful people who gave us this beautiful experience!!
Loved Whitewater Rafting Here!!
madeiem,Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I came to CO for our honeymoon, and we wanted to go whitewater rafting since he had never been. I am so glad that this is the place that we picked! Everyone was so friendly and knowledgeable about this area. We both really enjoyed Brice as our guide! He was very knowledgeable of the area and the water where we felt very safe but still had a good time. Highly recommend this company!
Great experience
E2048NWlisaw,Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was very scared to go due to the chance of raft tipping and I do not know how to swim. We did the moderate tour. I did this for my husband, he wanted to go. We had a blast and our guide Kurt was great. I would recommend to go.
Great Experience, Professional Staff
jillp1872,Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great experience we had with Performance Tours Whitewater Rafting. We took the half day Royal Gorge rafting trip in late August, and had an amazing time. Even with the water being lower than in the spring, our trip was full of adventurous rapids and amazing scenery. Our guide, Mike, was knowledgeable, fun and talkative as well, which we enjoyed. At one point we got stuck on a rock and he did a great job getting us back into the water again. There were 10 rafters that day and they split us up into 3 boats so we ended up being the only two in the boat besides Mike, which was awesome. These guys take safety seriously too. Between the safety talk we had on the bus and the way they made sure our life jackets and helmets fit nice and snug, we felt like they were serious about making sure the trip was fun, but safe. We saw another company rafting along the river, and two of their guides weren't even wearing their helmets. With all of the companies we had to choose from, I'm glad we chose Performance Tours. We will definitely be booking with them again when we return to Colorado. The Royal Gorge half day trip was beautiful too. Being in the water with the canyon walls towering above us was spectacular. Highly recommend Performance Tours!
Capt. Brice!
hillbilly60,Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00When rafting with Brice today and had a great time! The whole experience was top notch from start to finish and will return in june!
Amazing Experience! Great views, experience guide, great memories!
emilyrW7421BK,Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience whitewater rafting with Performance Tours! We went in mid August, and the water was a great temperature! Our guide, James, was very experienced, pleasant, and knowledgeable! My husband and I have some great memories from our trip!! Their views were incredible, and we even saw some Big Horn Sheep! They took us all on a bus down to the spot we entered the river. There were about two miles of calm water before arriving to the gorge which gave us time to learn the guide’s paddle commands and get comfortable!! Would highly recommend!
Adventure and Fun!
Fearless48616081050,Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was unable to go at the last minute due to injury and we appreciated their flexibility in upgrading my family to the more challenging Royal Gorge trip. Their guide, James, was very knowledgeable about the history of the area including it's geological development. Not only was he fun to be with and encouraging; he was an excellent guide on the water, giving clear instructions and making sure everyone was comfortable and safe. Rafting the Royal Gorge was a highlight of my family's visit to Colorado and we would highly recommend Performance Tours and our guide James for a fantastic rafting experience.
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