Durango Rafting - Half Day Family Friendly Trip

4.9 (283 Viator reviews) 3 hrs Durango area

Spring-time whitewater on the Animas River
Durango Rafting Half Day Trip
Rafting Family Fun Since 1981!
Family-Friendly Rafting in Durango
Perfect trip for families

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About this activity

Rafting the Animas River is consistently rated as one of the highlights of visitors vacationing in Durango, Colorado.  Enjoy a safe and fun Animas River raft trip in the company of a professional guide. The family-friendly Class I, II & III rapids are enough action to engage novices without being intimidating. Kid-tested and mom-approved since 1981.

Itinerary

  1. Mountain Waters Rafting & Adventure Company · 30 min

    Park for free, check-in with office, get ready for trip, go rafting!

  2. Animas River · 180 min

    Rafting!

  3. Animas River Trail · pass by

    Animas River Trail runs most the length of this trip

  4. Santa Rita Park · 30 min

    Standard snack spot - whitewater park

What's included

  • Raft equipment: life jackets, helmets
  • Transportation to and from the river
  • Professionally certified white water guide
  • Free Parking
  • Rafting Tour

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Thermal gear available for rent at time of trip
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meet at the Mountain Waters Rafting office 303 W. College Dr Durango, CO 81301 Free secure parking!

End point: Meet at the Mountain Waters Rafting office 303 W. College Dr Durango, CO 81301 Free secure parking!

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age is 4 years
  • Children under 11 must weigh at least 30 pounds
  • This is a friendly entry level raft trips suitable for most everyone.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.9/5

283 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor

  • 5 star268
  • 4 star9
  • 3 star3
  • 2 star3
  • 1 star0

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Distances are straight-line from the activity's center of Durango (Viator lists this tour under Durango; it has no meeting-point coordinates).