Royal Gorge Half Day Rafting in Cañon City (Free Wetsuit Use)
Overview
The Arkansas River flows near Colorado Springs, outside Canon City, beneath 1,000 foot canyon walls. Dive into class III to V rapids through the heart of the magnificent Royal Gorge, soaked to the skin and grinning. If you’re looking for whitewater rafting you’ll never forget, the Royal Gorge 3-hour experience is sure to satisfy!
What's Included
- Free Wetsuit Gear Use
- Transportation from our rafting office to and from the river
- All taxes and fees
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Meeting Location
45000 West U.S. 50
Cañon City, CO 81212, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Guests should be in good physical condition and at least 14 to 18 years of age; water levels dictate the minimum age, with peak levels occurring typically in early June
- Swimming ability is necessary
- Dress appropriately for wet conditions. Swim suits, shorts or synthetic garments recommended. Always avoid cotton.
- Secure footwear and sport sandals are ideal. Flip flops and slip-on sandals are not deemed appropriate footwear.
- Wetsuit, splash jacket, and river shoes available onsite at no charge
- 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 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: Will I get seasick on Royal Gorge Half Day Rafting in Cañon City (Free Wetsuit Use)?
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Activity code: C-7121P3
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Average 4.96 out of 5 stars based on 465 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Top10Adventures® customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (MDT).
- This adventure requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Free Wetsuit Gear Use.
- Transportation from our rafting office to and from the river.
- All taxes and fees.
- Professional guide.
- Gratuities.
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase).
The minimum age to participate is 13. This adventure requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Royal Gorge Half Day Rafting in Cañon City (Free Wetsuit Use) is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Royal Gorge Half Day Rafting in Cañon City (Free Wetsuit Use) will be included in your confirmation email from Top10Adventures®. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Free Wetsuit Gear Use
- Transportation from our rafting office to and from the river
- All taxes and fees
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Guests should be in good physical condition and at least 14 to 18 years of age; water levels dictate the minimum age, with peak levels occurring typically in early June
- Swimming ability is necessary
- Dress appropriately for wet conditions. Swim suits, shorts or synthetic garments recommended. Always avoid cotton.
- Secure footwear and sport sandals are ideal. Flip flops and slip-on sandals are not deemed appropriate footwear.
- Wetsuit, splash jacket, and river shoes available onsite at no charge
- 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 travelers
