Rafting Adventure: Lower Animas Half Day Trip

Experience the thrill of family rafting on the Lower Animas River in Durango, Colorado. Paddle through rapids, enjoy scenic beauty, and learn about the region’s history and traditions. Perfect for ages 4 and up!

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 32nd St Bridge - River Access Point - This must-do Durango adventure gives you around 2 hours on the river, taking you through the heart of this historic town and the funnest rapid sections. Families, friends, solo travelers, and locals of all experience levels absolutely love this trip!
    You’ll bound through plenty of Class II rapids and one…
What's Included
  • Helmets, PFD’s (life jackets), and splash tops
  • Pre-trip safety orientation
  • Highly maintained and quality equipment
  • River and land access fees included
  • Free Parking
  • Trip Leaders average 2,000 river miles
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Rafting through Durango is just as popular with the locals as it is the visitors. It’s the perfect mix of excitement for all ages, with the added charm of floating through an impossibly picturesque town. You’ll catch plenty of splashes while getting to sit back and relax on this free-flowing Rocky Mountain river.
Half Day rafting trips on the Lower…

Location
50 Animas View Dr
Animas View Drive
Meet at the main office. Your reserved time is your meet time, there is NO need to be ANY early than your reserved time.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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948skylarw
Aug 10, 2025
AWESOME ADVENTURE - I had the privilege of going down the river with the Goudie Family. Not only was the company, but our ride down was amazing. Our guide, who was a Vet, gave us a history lesson going down the river. Thank you for the great conversation and most all Thank You for your service. I would recommend this adventure for a family outing. Thanks from all of us!
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Jennifer
Aug 9, 2025
Best afternoon with Trey! - Trey was such an awesome guide! We loved every second of the trip. He was was both serious and chill. Thank you, Trey, for an amazing afternoon!!
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U5336sjjaneg
Aug 4, 2025
Exhillerating & Fun Time! - Exhillerating! Flow went from mild to wild and back again. Beautiful day with grandsons to remember for a long time’s. Our guide Michael was excellent at guiding us safely . Thanks!
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319haileyg
Aug 2, 2025
Great rafting (thanks Kyle) - We had a great time it was an amazing way to experience the Animas in Durango. Our guide Kyle was great. He was very personable and knowledgeable.
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Killaking
Aug 1, 2025
A great time! - This was a great experience for our family. It was our first time ever rafting. Our guide was Noah and I must say, he kept our group moving. Popcorn! He was very knowledgeable about rafting and local history. I just wish the river would have had a lot of water, so we could really have some fun. He was very wary about our safety. Unfortnately with all that fun, I lost my wedding ring in the Animas River. I can only hope one day someone finds it and returns it to me, but realistically the new owner of this ring will undoubtedly be the Animas River. There is always that slight chance someone finds it. All in all, I would recommend this trip to everyone and one day, I plan on returning just a lot earlier in the year when the river is full. Thank you Noah, you da man!
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Scenic63661198220
Jul 31, 2025
Day on the water - It was soooooo much fun and it was the perfect balance of engagement and relaxation! Zuzu masterfully led us through all of the different rocks and such and I would definitely go again!
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Nicholas
Jul 30, 2025
Afternoon trip - Spent afternoon on the river with Sam. He was very experiences and knowledgeable of the area top rate experience we would definitely do this again
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Rachelbt5656sl
Jul 30, 2025
Had a blast!!! - We had a blast! It was our first time rafting! Sam, our guide, did an amazing job! He was fun, informative and very knowledgeable about the area. We will definitely be back and do it again! He really made us first timers feel safe and secure and put us nervous ones at ease. Thank you Sam!!
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L3898ugchrisp
Jul 28, 2025
Sammy K rules! - My wife and I had so much fun on this tour. Sammy K was our guide and not only was she knowledgeable about the area and skilled at her job but was also funny and entertaining too! I highly recommend this if you’re in Durango! We will be back for sure!
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P6222cqelsad
Aug 6, 2025
Stuck - Water was too low, all the rafts were getting stuck and it took a long time to get through the trip. I will return but in the spring. Guides were great!
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