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Arkansas River Tours offers the perfect adventure for any type of thrill-seeker or family looking for an exciting outdoor experience. With so many trips to choose from, selecting the best one can be difficult for anyone planning their trip to Colorado. That's why we are here to help you!
We have experts on hand who will walk you through all of your options, bringing together the perfect combination of difficulty and fun that suits your interests perfectly. To help guide your choice, take our trip quiz below to get recommendations based on your preferences such as activity type, location, and thrill level!
The Arkansas River has one of the longest seasons in the state of Colorado and stretches over 100 miles of raftable water. Experiences range from mellow and scenic to adrenaline whitewater! With reliable water conditions and abundance of experiences makes the Ark one of the most popular rafting destinations in the US if not the entire world.
Starting at $119/person
Starting at $129/person
Starting at $109/adult
& $89/youth
Starting at $239/person
Clear Creek river is conveniently located 35 minutes west of Denver and is considered steep and narrow producing continuous whitewater. Due to the fast past of the river the tours are shorter and typically last about 1 to 2.5 hours on the water. Family Friendly and adventurous rafting options are available.
Starting at $99/person
Starting at $89/person
Starting at $109/person
Experience the ultimate adventure with our multi-day rafting trips on the Arkansas River. Enjoy thrilling rapids, stunning scenery, and camping under the stars. Perfect for families, groups, and adventure seekers. Book your unforgettable journey today!
Starting at $514/person
Starting at $1,449/person
Starting at $514/person
The Upper Colorado is designated a Wild & Scenic River and the scenery is breathtaking. This trip is mellow and allows guests to either relax on a raft, paddle their own kayak or SUP.
Starting at $249/person
The Bighorn Sheep Canyon rafting excursion is the perfect trip for families, groups, and individuals looking to experience Colorado rafting trips for the first time. Most people opt for the ½ day option and that tour travels 10 miles and takes 2 to 2.5 hours on the river.
This trip offers Class II – III whitewater with rapids named Prelude and 3 Rocks Falls within the first mile. You will also encounter rapids named Five Points, Spikebuck, Sharks Tooth, Double Dip, Puppy and more! Great views of the spectacular geological formations, sightings of bighorn sheep, and family whitewater rafting!
Cottonwood Canyon is by far the best family float trip on the Arkansas River! This convenient trip offers the best whitewater for little kids with spectacular Rocky Mountain scenery. Our 1/4 day is a 5 mile trip with easy Class II-III rapids. This is the perfect introductory trip for families with little kids or timid beginners.
You will float from Coaldale to our riverside base in Cotopaxi while enjoying scenic views of the Sangre de Cristo Range. This itinerary is the best trip for rafting in Colorado on the Arkansas River for families with young kids. We are the only outfitter offering this trip since it conveniently ends right at our riverside base!
Our premier whitewater rafting adventure! Royal Gorge whitewater rafting is the pinnacle of high adventure. If you’re planning a trip to Colorado, you won’t want to miss this! With the help of our expert guides, your paddle crew will navigate class II-IV whitewater rapids through a 1,000 foot deep river canyon. Paddling is required on our Royal Gorge rafting trips and all participants must be capable of swimming.
Natural water flows through the Royal Gorge fluctuate throughout the season. Rapids include pour over rocks, standing waves, and technical navigation through constricted obstacles. Royal Gorge rafting is the perfect way to cool off in the summer and take on a new challenge.
Just 30 minutes west of Denver, the Middle Clear Creek Rafting Trip is the closest and most exhilarating whitewater experience near the city. This isn’t just a trip—it’s a top-rated family adventure that promises thrills, splashes, and unforgettable memories. Perfect for first-timers and kids as young as 7, this trip will have everyone grinning from ear to ear.
Prepare for an adrenaline-pumping ride as you navigate the sparkling waters of Clear Creek, basking in the sunshine and marveling at the historic mining valley of Idaho Springs. Led by our expert guides, you’ll journey 7 miles down the river, conquering rapids and soaking up stories and laughter. Don’t miss out on Denver’s most popular and accessible whitewater rafting experience—your family’s adventure of a lifetime awaits!
