Durango Afternoon Half Day Rafting Trip - Lower Animas River
4 hours
Durango, USA
About this activity
Splash down the Animas River through Durango for a couple hours through class II-III rapids! Get a new view of town and join the locals for their favorite way to spend the day.
Highlights
- Our Class III certified guides are highly trained and exceed state requirements.
- Custom self bailing rafts with foot cups to help you stay in the boat!
- The perfect mix of excitement through fun rapids and relaxation.
- Great for all experience levels!
- A great trip that pairs perfect with our other Durango tours.
Full description
The Afternoon Half-Day Rafting Trip offers about 2 hours and 15 minutes on the Lower Animas River, taking you through Durango’s most exciting rapids. Meet at our Durango office at 1:30 PM to gear up before a quick shuttle to the river, where expert guides provide a safety briefing. Paddle through Class II “fun and friendly” rapids and one Class III “wet and wild” rapid, with splashy thrills that vary by season. Enjoy stories about Durango’s history from our professional guides as you float through scenic stretches. After the adventure, we’ll shuttle you back to our office to wrap up an unforgettable afternoon on the water.
Included / Excluded
- Highly experienced and in-house trained river guides
- Helmets, Coastguard approved Personal Floatation Devices, and Splash Jackets
- Round trip transportation
- Custom self-bailing rafts with foot cups and paddles
- Safety orientation and paddle instruction
- Lunch/snacks
- Gratuities
- Wetsuit (rentals available for $15)
Meeting point
Start Location
Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours, Animas View Drive, Durango, CO, USA
Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours, 50 Animas View Dr, Durango, CO 81301, USA
Important information
Know before you book
- For safety, 4 and 5-year-olds will be escorted around the Smelter Rapid if your trip goes through the whitewater park.
- When water levels rise, we take extra safety precautions which may include walking around one of the rapids where the river narrows or using other river sections.
- Low water season usually starts in late July and rapid classes drop a ½ to a full notch. Our trips become more technical as we navigate through the rocks in the river.
- Wetsuits are often required from May through June, and wetsuit boots are recommended all season. Rentals are available!
- All itineraries are subject to change due to water conditions.
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
Michael
Jun 20265.0
relaxing, scenic trip. knowledgeable guide. very fun
Scott Blazek
Jun 20265.0
Was a great experience! I would definitely go back again but probably more likely to try someplace new just for new experience, but I wouldn't hesitate to go back to Cataract canyon with Mild to Wild.
Molly Wasserburger
Jun 20265.0
Great scenic river rafting tour. Did the half day trip and it was the perfect amount of time. Our guide Bubba was cool, informative and fun. So many amazing views! Would recommend. Very calm ride