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Durango Half-Day Family Friendly Rafting Trip on the Animas River
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Durango Half-Day Family Friendly Rafting Trip on the Animas River

by Mountain Waters Rafting & Adventure Company LLC

3 hours
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3 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$178.20$198Save 10%
2 adults × $89.10
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This half-day rafting trip on the Animas River in Durango, Colorado lasts about three hours on the water and is designed to be family friendly. The trip includes rafting through Class I, II, and III rapids that provide manageable excitement suitable for beginners and children as young as four years old. The experience begins with a 30-minute check-in and preparation at Mountain Waters Rafting & Adventure Company, where free parking is available. Participants receive all necessary rafting equipment including life jackets and helmets. A professionally certified white water guide leads the group throughout the trip. The rafting route follows much of the Animas River Trail and includes a 30-minute stop at Santa Rita Park, a whitewater park commonly used as a snack break location. Transportation to and from the river is included. Thermal gear can be rented if needed. Gratuities and souvenir photos are not included in the tour.

Highlights

About 3-hour rafting trip on Animas River
Class I, II, and III rapids suitable for families
Free parking and check-in at Mountain Waters Rafting
30-minute snack stop at Santa Rita Park
Certified white water guide included
All rafting equipment provided including life jackets and helmets

What's included

Raft equipment including life jackets and helmets
Transportation to and from the river
Certified white water guide for the rafting trip
Free parking at starting location
Rafting tour on the Animas River

What's not included

Gratuities for the guide or staff
Thermal gear rentals available at trip time
Souvenir photos available for purchase

Itinerary

1

Mountain Waters Rafting & Adventure Company

Participants check in at the office and prepare for the trip. Free parking is provided. After gearing up, the group boards the raft.

30 min

2

Animas River

The trip includes approximately three hours on the river.

180 min

3

Animas River Trail

The rafting route follows most of the length of the Animas River Trail.

4

Santa Rita Park

A 30-minute stop at this whitewater park serves as the standard snack break during the rafting trip.

30 min

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!

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Wheelchair accessible
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
Minimum participant age is 4 years
Children under 11 years old must weigh at least 30 pounds
The trip is designed as an entry-level rafting experience suitable for most participants
Total
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