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Take advantage of the rapids of the Royal Gorge on Colorado’s River Arkansas to hone your rafting on this advanced half-day adventure. Designed for experienced rafters and adventurers in good physical shape, the rafting expedition lets you brave waves, steep technical drops, and near-continuous Class IV-V white water rapids, with equipment—excluding wetsuits and wetsuit boots—provided for convenience. Prebook to guarantee your preferred time slot on your ideal date.
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Royal Gorge Rafting – Epic Rapids, Cliff Jumping & 1000ft Canyon!
3 to 4 hours
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Experience the thrilling Royal Gorge safely, without having to worry about hauling out your own gear, on this guided rafting trip. Experience the thrill of splashing down rapids with names like Sledgehammer Falls, and enjoy the pristine Colorado scenery from the seat of your whitewater raft. A professional guides help ensure your safety every step of the way.
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Royal Gorge Half-Day Rafting Trip
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If you’re looking for a river rafting adventure that’s easy to fit into a busy schedule, this Royal Gorge Whitewater Rafting Half-Day Adventure from Canon City is a perfect choice. In just a couple of hours, head out onto the water with a guide who knows how to handle more advanced rapids such as Class IV and Class V ones. Plus, easy transport to and from the river from Canon City is included, too.
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Half-Day Royal Gorge Whitewater Rafting Adventure Cañon City CO
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Fly down Class III to IV rapids on this challenging whitewater rafting course in the Royal Gorge. Take in views of the 1,000-foot (300-meter) tall canyon walls from the waters of the Arkansas River as a guide helps you navigate your way down the course. This tour includes all equipment and a morning and afternoon departure time.
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Royal Gorge Half Day Rafting in Cañon City (Free Wetsuit Use)
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Get the very best views of Colorado’s natural wonder on a Jeep tour that takes you to the mouth on the Royal Gorge and over the highest suspension bridge in the United States. Get a perspective most visitors miss with exclusive access to the park’s southern entrance, plus a stunning panorama from the top of Fremont Peak. Along the way, dig deeper into the region’s history with sightings of historic graves and dinosaur footprints.
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Royal Gorge Loop Half Day Jeep Tour
3 hours 30 minutes
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Get on a raft to experience the Royal Gorge’s exciting whitewater to ride the rapids and go through deep canyons in Canon City, CO. This rafting adventure will take you on Class-III to Class-V rapids, so be prepared to have some fun. You must be a strong swimmer and have had paddling experience to go on this adventure. But your guide will be there to take care of you, too.
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Full Day Royal Gorge Whitewater Rafting Adventure Cañon City CO
6 hours 30 minutes
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Paddle through the Arkansas River’s whitewater rapids with a group of beginner and intermediate rafters led by a professional guide. All equipment, safety, guidance, and transportation is taken care of, so all you need to do is have fun. Pummel through rapids like Three Rocks, Spikebuck, and Shark’s Tooth, and in between rapids go for a swim and spot bighorn sheep and waterfowl. Journey Quest is a non-profit Christ-centered rafting ministry.
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Half Day Bighorn Sheep Canyon Rafting Adventure Cañon City CO
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Conquer the landscape of the Red Canyon on this tour without worrying about getting a flat tire on a guided tour in a 4x4 vehicle. Departing Canyon City, take in views of the towering red spires produced by years of erosion and listen to engaging commentary from your guide. Keep watch for local fauna such as bears, wild turkeys, and mule deer as you travel.
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Red Canyon Loop Half Day Jeep Tour
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If you've always wanted to try rafting, get a splashy start in Colorado’s Bighorn Sheep Canyon on this half-day whitewater tour that's perfect for beginners and families. River guides provide all the gear you need and safety instruction to get you paddling down class I-III rapids on this scenic stretch of the Arkansas River. On calmer sections, look out for bighorn sheep and other Rocky Mountain wildlife along the way.
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Bighorn Sheep Canyon (FREE Lunch, Digital Photo, and Wetsuit Use)
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See what makes Bighorn Sheep Canyon one of the most popular rafting locations near the Royal Gorge on a half-day whitewater adventure that’s suitable for both novices and experienced rafters. Soak up views of the Sangre de Cristo mountains and pristine Colorado scenery in between tackling class II-IV rapids. At just a half day, it's an easy way to fit in a favorite Rocky Mountains outdoor activity.
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Bighorn Sheep Canyon Whitewater Rafting – Families & Beginners
3 to 4 hours
Free Cancellation
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You have the opportunity to ride Sky Line Drive, Tunnel Drive and the Arkansas River Walk on this tour! Our rides have mentioned Rocke's rides as the highlight to their visit here in Colorado Springs area and beyond. Our high quality eBikes provide riders the assistance to reach places you ordinarily would not see. We also pride ourselves in the flexibility to help make your ride get you to the places you want to see. With our local knowledge, we can help curate a tour for places to bike and hike, bike as far as you can with a packed lunch or bike into town after your ride to places that are eBike friendly for a unique meal. The possibilities are truly endless with our strive to give you the experience you are looking for in Colorado Springs, even when that experience takes you south to Cañon City!
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EBIKE Scenic Tour Cañon City, Colorado: Sky Line Drive
2 to 4 hours
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See sections of the scenic Arkansas River with a guide to lead the way and keep you safe on a half-day rafting adventure through Colorado’s Bighorn Sheep Canyon. Navigate class II and II whitewater rapids with an expert guide, and soak up the beauty of the surrounding high desert landscape, home to an abundance of native wildlife.
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Bighorn Sheep Canyon Half-Day Rafting
3 hours
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Feast your eyes on one of Colorado’s most picturesque routes on a 6-hour jeep tour of the Gold Belt Scenic Byway from Cañon City. Ascend to the historic gold mining towns of Victor and Cripple Creek; absorb spectacular views from a 11,000-foot (3,352-meter) vantage point; and explore Garden Park Fossil Area, full of ancient treasures. Lunch is included.
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Gold Belt Scenic Byway Jeep Tour from Cañon City
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Experience the ultimate in Colorado whitewater on this full-day Royal Gorge rafting trip from Cañon City. Warm up with a run down Bighorn Sheep Canyon, then put your paddling skills to the test while tacking the thrilling whitewater flumes of the Royal Gorge. A riverside picnic lunch is included on this wet and unforgettable adventure.
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Royal Gorge Full-Day Rafting Trip
6 hours
Free Cancellation
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Get ready for a wet and wild ride with this full-day rafting adventure down the Arkansas River’s Bighorn Sheep Canyon! Departing from Cañon City, tackle class II and II whitewater rapids with the help of an expert guide while winding through gorgeous Colorado scenery. With an included picnic lunch and plenty of opportunities to stop and swim, it’s a great introduction to rafting for first-timers and families.
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Bighorn Sheep Canyon Full-Day Experience
8 hours
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Experience the thrill of white water rafting on a family-friendly trip through through the Cañon City rapids. Once on the river, your guide navigates for you while you take in views of the Colorado landscape often missed by visitors. Round-trip transport from a central meeting location and safety/water gear are provided for your comfort and convenience.
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Family Float (FREE Lunch, Digital Photo, and Wetsuit Use)
2 hours 30 minutes
Free Cancellation
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There are enough Class III-V rapids to satisfy even expert rafters on this half-day whitewater tour through the Royal Gorge. Navigate steep drops and churning waves as you wind between 1,100-foot (335-meter) canyon walls for a classic Colorado adventure. Experienced river guides lead the way to ensure everyone's safety and an unforgettable voyage.
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Royal Gorge (FREE Lunch, Digital Photo, and Wetsuit Use)
4 hours
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Raft under the highest suspension bridge in North America and navigate some of the most iconic whitewater in the World.
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Royal Gorge Half Day High Adventure Whitewater Rafting Tour
4 hours
Free Cancellation
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Tackle some of Colorado's most prized rapids with a whitewater rafting trip through the magnificent canyons of the Royal Gorge. Navigate class III-V swells with an experienced guide, taking a break midday for a hearty riverside lunch featuring grilled steaks. From transport to key check service and optional photos and videos of the wet and wild adventure, all the details are arranged so you can focus on the water.
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Royal Gorge Full Day Whitewater Rafting (Free Wetsuit Use!)
6 hours
Free Cancellation
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Enjoy a full day on the Arkansas River with this guided whitewater tour that sets you up for success, even if it's your first time rafting. The Bighorn Sheep Canyon it is an ideal choice for beginners and families, featuring mild class I-III rapids and plenty of tranquil stretches to catch your breath and soak in the gorgeous Colorado scenery. A riverside lunch helps keeps the energy up, while optional photos and videos provide a lasting memento of your river adventure.
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Bighorn Sheep Canyon Full Day Whitewater Rafting (FREE Wetsuits)
6 hours
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Spend half a day shooting the Class IV and Class V rapids of Royal Gorge on this whitewater tour from Buena Vista. With an adventure guide at the helm, you'll feel safe and comfortable conquering these rapids, winding down the river and under the world's highest suspension bridge. All equipment and instruction is included; tour is best suited to those in good physical condition.
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Royal Gorge Half Day Trip
4 hours
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Experience the excitement of a Colorado whitewater rafting adventure safely on a guided river excursion. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure time, then ride along the Arkansas River in Bighorn Sheep Canyon, home to herds of Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep. The driver/guidetakes photos along the way, which will be available for purchase at the end of the trip.
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Bighorn Sheep Canyon Half Day Tour (Free Wetsuit Gear Use)
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Family-friendly adventure is just one hour from Colorado Springs. Raft the Arkansas River through Bighorn Sheep Canyon for splashy rapids, epic scenery, and Colorado wildlife.
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Bighorn Sheep Canyon Half Day Beginner Whitewater Rafting Tour
4 hours
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If you’re looking for an adventure that brings Christ along, too, this Bighorn Sheep Canyon Arkansas River Full-Day Rafting Adventure is run by a Christ-centered rafting ministry to bring you on an uplifting trip on the river. Plus, with a helmet, splash jacket, wetsuit, lunch, and river transport provided for your full-day experience, you can enjoy rafting without planning out the details yourself.
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Full-Day Bighorn Sheep Canyon Rafting Adventure Cañon City CO
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