Royal Gorge Full Day Whitewater Rafting (Free Wetsuit Use!)

Recommended by 99% of travellers

Cañon City, USA

6 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

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.

Navigate the most famous stretch of the Arkansas River on a Royal Gorge rafting trip
Soak up gorgeous Colorado scenery and splash through class III-V rapids
Refuel with a steak lunch at a private riverside landing
Makes a great outdoor day trip from Colorado Springs

What's Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Transportation from our rafting office to and from the river
Professional guide
Delicious riverside lunch
Free wetsuit package for each guest

Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

45000 W U.S. Hwy 50, Cañon City, CO 81212, USA
Departure Point: Echo Canyon River Expeditions, located about 1 hour from Colorado Springs, and 8 miles west of Canon City, CO on Highway 50 Address: 45000 W US Highway 50

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.09:15

What To Expect

Arkansas River

Echo Canyon River Expeditions

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Guests should be in good physical condition and at least 14 to 18 years of age; water levels dictate the minimum age; peak levels typically occur in early June
Swimming ability is strongly recommended
Not wheelchair accessible
Dress appropriately for wet conditions. Swim suits, shorts or synthetic garments recommended. Always avoid cotton.
Secure footwear such as sport sandals are ideal. Flip flops, slip-on sandals and Crocs are not deemed appropriate footwear.
Wetsuit, splash jacket, and river shoes rental available on-site

Not recommended for travellers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travellers should have a strong physical fitness level
A liability release form must be completed for each traveler prior to rafting. Any guest under the age of 18 MUST have our release form signed by a parent or legal guardian and submitted prior to joining us for any trip.
Expect a phone from Echo Canyon after reserving. We will collect your email address and so we can send you a link to complete your online liability release forms.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travellers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 122 reviews

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Great views, rapids and guide

Emily_S, Jun 2021

Our guide Ryan was awesome. Super chill and knowledgeable. We had a great time, views were incredible and hit a lot of awesome rapids. Definitely recommend, especially the Gorge portion.