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Rafting from Steamboat Springs, Colorado?
The Colorado River is a truly wonderful rafting experience that’s perfect for all ages (3+). The Colorado River offers rafting near Steamboat Springs, CO. We meet you on the river about 1 hour South of Steamboat Springs. Depending on flows, the Colorado River is typically the closest rafting to Steamboat Springs. While the Colorado River is a beginner trip (class II- small III), it offers a rafting experience that is the real deal. The Colorado River is over 1,450 miles long, and will eventually carve out the Grand Canyon, and encompasses some of the most mysteriously wild and unexplored areas in the world.
Depending on flows, our half-day trips will cover between 5-10 miles. Give us a call and ask us how many miles you’ll be floating on your trip.
Why are your rates more affordable than other Steamboat companies?
All of our guides are certified and qualified. Most of our guides have been working for us between 10-20 years . And yes, we will bring all the relevant safety equipment required to go rafting.
We would like visitors and residents alike to be able to get out on the river. Since we are a smaller company we have the flexibility to keep our rates a bit more affordable for our guests.
We’ve grown up and raised our family in the valley, & thanks to some other like-minded small businesses throughout the years, we have had the opportunity to take our own family on similar adventures. We do what we can to continue to pass that kindness forward.
Rafting from Vail, Colorado?
The Colorado River and the Eagle River offer the closest rafting to Vail and Beaver Creek. We meet trips on the Colorado River about 30-45 minutes Northwest of Vail. We meet Eagle river trips about 10- 20 minutes West of Vail.
Why are your rates more affordable than other Vail companies?
All of our guides are certified and qualified. Most of our guides have been working for us between 10-20 years . And yes, we will bring all the relevant safety equipment required to go rafting.
We would like visitors and residents alike to be able to get out on the river with us. Since we are a smaller company we have the flexibility to keep our rates a bit more affordable for our guests.
We’ve grown up in the valley, & thanks to some other like-minded small businesses throughout the years we have had the opportunity to take our own family on similar adventures. We do what we can to continue to pass that kindness forward.
Do you have age limits on your rafting trips?
Yes, on Colorado River Trips our age limit is 3+. Our age policy is implemented in order to provide the highest possible safety standards on all our trips.
If you have any questions about participants’ ability to raft, please give us a call, we can work with your group to get a better understanding of their needs and requirements.
What should I wear?
Things you don’t mind getting wet! Shorts, T-shirt, swimsuit etc. Shoes are required, we love to see shoes that stay on your feet, but flip flops are also fine.
What should I bring?
Leave anything you’d like to keep dry in your vehicle or at home. We have a limited amount of dry storage on our boats for things like car keys etc. if a few people want to bring phones for photos thats fine too. We cannot guarantee your things will stay perfectly safe and dry in our dry boxes, but we do our absolute best to keep things dry when they’re safely locked in the boats dry box or dry bag.
What to bring:
water bottle
hat
sunscreen
small snacks for kids
What to leave at home or in the car
Large bags
coolers
jeans
pets
single use plastics
valuables, jewlery etc.
suede
alcohol
Do you offer group discounts?
Yes! We offer group and team discounts to groups over 10 people!
Teams:
Rafting can be a great team building adventure! We try to offer all sports teams private trips. We work hard to never take 2 competing teams on the same rafting trip!
We will work with teams to the best of our ability to provide extra trip times, same-day trips reservations, and discounts.
Will there be other people in our raft?
Probably – The only way to guarantee others wont be with you is to reserve a private trip. We have a range of raft sizes that fit between 2-8 guests. Different raft sizes help ensure everyone is comfortable in their rafts. It’s important to remember we are all out on the river together.
If you’re interested in a private rafting trip from Steamboat Springs or Vail, please give us a call.
Are Reservations Required?
Yes, reservations are required. We are a smaller company so we do tend to book up, advanced notice is always a great idea if you have a tight schedule. We do offer same-day reservations when they are available.
How long are your trips?
When you’re looking around at different rafting trip options, it’s usually best to ask how many river miles you’ll be rafting & how long you’re actually on the river for. This will give you a better idea of what to expect. River mileage traveled can vary greatly depending on the time of year, & river flows. Feel free to call and ask us how many miles we’ll be rafting.
Where are you located?
We’ll meet you on the river. Due to river flows, we may change our meeting location. When you book your trip we will email you very detailed driving directions. Typically, we will drive you up river in our vehicles and float you right back down to your car. We work hard to keep the van rides short and sweet. We’re a smaller company so we don’t use massive buses and we wont make you sit in a bus in your wet clothes for hours after your trip.
On the Eagle River we meet you on the river, we’ll gear up, go over safety & hop in the rafts to enjoy some fantastic whitewater, at the end of the trip we will drive you back up to your vehicle (about 10 minutes).
What’s included?
Everything you’ll need to go rafting is included, such as:
– PFD’s (personal floatation devices)
– Wetsuits (Eagle River only)
– Splash Gear (Eagle River & Colorado River in inclement weather)
– Helmets (Eagle River only)
– Duckies (two man inflatable kayaks) Duckies are totally optional, when you book your trip let us know if you might be interested. They’re included on all our Colorado River trips at no extra charge (depending on flows). They offer a bit more adventure for those craving a bit more excitement.
Do I need to pay extra taxes & fees?
A small land and river use fee will be calculated at the time of booking. All online reservations are charged a booking fee by our reservations software. All refunds are subject to a small transaction fee.
It’s important to note that gratuities are never expected, but always appreciated. If you enjoyed your trip please let your guides know. If you have any questions regarding fees or gratuities feel free to give us a call.
What happens if it's not sunny?
There’s a popular saying in Colorado; “if you dont like the weather wait an hour or drive 5 minutes”. We typically do not cancel our trips due to weather. If you’re worried about the weather please call us to change or cancel your trip 24 hours before departure.
No refunds will be given for those who cancel within 24 hours of our trips departure or those who decide not to go rafting on the day of their trip regardless of weather.
What’s your cancellation policy?
We understand things happen, we will do our best to work with every group and we will do everything we can to maintain flexibility. We require 24 hours advanced notice if you wish to cancel your reservation. If you cancel within 24 hours of your trip’s scheduled departure you will be charged the full amount for your trip. All refunds are subject to a 5% transaction fee.
Does the river go in a circle?
Nope, it sure doesn’t! We are flattered that guests think our trips are that seamless, but the river does not go in a circle.
Is there cell service or WiFi?
Nope! Not having cell service or wifi allows us to be present in the moment and truly enjoy all of our rafting trips.