Durango 3/4 Day Kayaking Trip - Lower Animas River
6 hours
Durango, USA
About this activity
Enjoy a full day day inflatable kayaking trip on Durango’s Lower Animas River with expert guides, tackling Class II rapids and one Class III. No experience needed—gear, instruction, and lunch are all provided!
Highlights
- Smelter White Water Park’s Class III splashes
- See a different and more beautiful view of Durango
- Get the perfect mix of excitement through fun rapids and relaxation during calm sections
- Smelter White Water Park’s Class III splashes
Full description
Experience the thrill of inflatable kayaking on Durango’s Lower Animas River! This full day trip lasts 5 hours and 45 minutes round trip, with 4 hours and 15 minutes on the water. Navigate exciting Class II rapids and one exhilarating Class III rapid, including “Smelter,” “Santa Rita,” and “Sawmill,” with calmer stretches for scenery and relaxation. Lower water flows in late summer make the rapids even more exciting. No experience is needed—our expert guides provide gear, instruction, and local insights. Lunch is included, making this the perfect mix of adventure and fun.
Included / Excluded
- Deli-Style Lunch and beverages
- Highly experienced and in-house trained river guides
- Helmets, Coastguard approved Personal Flotation Devices, and Splash Jackets
- Safety orientation and paddle instruction
- Custom designed inflatable kayaks and paddles
- Gratuities
- Wetsuits and boots (rentals available for $15)
Meeting point
Start Location
Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours, Animas View Drive, Durango, CO, USA
Important information
Know before you book
- If the Animas River is flowing over 1800 CFS, kayakers will be moved to a premium raft option for safety.
- Wetsuits are required through June and are highly recommended after July
- Physical fitness is recommended, as this trip is a bit of a workout!
- Kayaking is not recommended for ages 80+
- Minimum age is 12
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Reviews
Jane Meyer
Jul 20265.0
Jay was our tour guide. He did a great job!
Ronnie & Kara Kott
Jul 20265.0
We had an awesome time! Everything worked great and the trip was amazing!
Annie Ewing
Jul 20265.0
What a fantastic adventure! We had an energetic and fun guide that made a "drought-low" river an amazing time! Sure we got hung up a couple of times, but my 7-year old son conquered his bull riding techniques, squeeled with glee at his first class 3 rapids and is pretty sure he will be the next rafting guide when he is old enough. Such a fun trip. We thank our expert guide for the fun day on the river!