Rafting the Rio Chama - 3 Day Trip (Santa Fe, NM)
3 days
Santa Fe, USA
About this activity
This is the signature multi-day rafting trip in New Mexico. The trip consists of a float through the stunning colorful sandstone and limestone walls of this amazing canyon and finishes up near the renowned artist village of Abiquiu.
Highlights
- Desert cliffs as seen in the works of renowned artists
- 31 miles through the wild and scenic Rio Chama wilderness
- A variety of vessels available to best suit your group
- Guides focused on safety and guest service as a top priority
Full description
This is the signature multi-day rafting trip in New Mexico. Thanks to releases from El Vado Reservoir, we are able to enjoy this incredible canyon and 3 day rafting trip, most weeks from April - August. We raft 33 mile section of river outside of the the alpine town of Tierra Amarilla, NM.
Float through the stunning and colorful sandstone and limestone walls of this amazing canyon and finish near the renowned artist village of Abiquiu. The upper reaches of the river are well known for gorgeous pine trees lining the banks of the river and spectacular views of the desert cliffs that border this area. The mellow whitewater here affords ample opportunity to take in all of the colors and beauty of the famous canyon. The relaxed 3-day itinerary allows us the flexibility to stop often and explore the many treasures within the high reaching walls like hot springs, ancient Indian ruins, and dinosaur tracks.
Float through the stunning and colorful sandstone and limestone walls of this amazing canyon and finish near the renowned artist village of Abiquiu. The upper reaches of the river are well known for gorgeous pine trees lining the banks of the river and spectacular views of the desert cliffs that border this area. The mellow whitewater here affords ample opportunity to take in all of the colors and beauty of the famous canyon. The relaxed 3-day itinerary allows us the flexibility to stop often and explore the many treasures within the high reaching walls like hot springs, ancient Indian ruins, and dinosaur tracks.
Included / Excluded
- Delicious meals prepared by your guides
- Type V, US Coast Guard approved flotation devices (lifejackets)
- Wetsuits and splash jackets available; helmets provided for Class 3 rapids and above!
- You can use our camping gear! (sleeping bag, sleeping pad, camp chairs, tent to share)
- Gratuities
- Sunscreen, water shoes, hat or sunglasses - available for purchases
- Transportation to and from meeting location described in your confirmation email
Meeting point
This trip meets at Bode’s General Store, an iconic landmark in Northern New Mexico.
Important information
Know before you book
- Minimum age: 6 years old
- Online reservations require a 25% deposit at the time of booking.
- For our Rio Chama overnight trips, no refunds are offered within 30 days of your scheduled trip date. If you cancel outside of this time frame, you will be eligible for a full refund.
- It is recommended but not mandatory that all our guests know how to swim.
Know before you go
- There is no experience required for any of our river trips. However, we encourage experience for our more difficult, Taos Box and Razorblades trips. Please feel free to call us with any concerns or questions about appropriate trips for your group.
- Unfortunately, we cannot bring our furry friends on our river trips. We do not have a secure area to keep your dog at our headquarters.
- We run our river trips rain or shine.
- You must meet us at Bode’s General Store in Abiquiu, NM.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 30 days before the activity starts
For our Rio Chama overnight trips, no refunds are offered within 30 days of your scheduled trip date. If you cancel outside of this time frame, you will be eligible for a full refund.