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    Full-Day Animas River Rafting Tour From Durango

    Ride the Durango & Silverton train to raft Class III–IV rapids in the Animas River Gorge

    5.0 stars• 4.8K reviews

    Highlights

    Travel into the San Juan National Forest by historic train, then raft the best part of the Animas River Gorge on a full-day trip. Tackle Broken Bridge and other Class III and IV rapids, with calmer stretches and stops near historical landmarks.

    • Board the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railway to reach the river gorge
    • Raft Broken Bridge rapid just a few miles into the trip
    • Navigate a mix of Class III and IV rapids
    • Float calmer sections between rapids
    • Visit historical landmarks along the river corridor

    Things to know

    Age requirement is 18+.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 72 hours before your departure date for a full refund. No refunds within 72 hours for any reason, including illness, emergencies, or no-shows.

    Product ID: T34H5T

    FAQs

    You must be 18 or older to join this rafting trip.

    Trips run rain, snow, sleet, or shine.

    Yes. You can add a Trip Insurance option for an extra 8% of your booking total. With it, your whole group can cancel any time up to 12 hours before your trip launch date and receive an 80% refund.

    Meeting details

    360 South Camino Del Rio, Durango, CO 81301

    Experience provided by Durango Rivertrippers

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    Review summary

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    Durango Rivertrippers delivers consistently excellent tours thanks to guides who clearly love what they do. Kelly, Denise, and Russ get mentioned by name repeatedly for their deep knowledge of local history, geology, and archaeology. They're patient, friendly, and go the extra mile—taking group photos, adjusting pace for slower walkers, and handling unexpected situations like illness or heavy rain with professionalism. The jeep tours to waterfalls are popular, with families calling them the most memorable part of multi-day Durango trips. What stands out is how guides share fascinating details you'd never discover on your own, from geological formations to stories about ancestral Puebloan peoples. The booking staff also earns praise for being helpful and accommodating when plans change. Multiple families agree this is an absolute must-do experience, with beautiful scenery and educational content that appeals to all ages. The combination of stunning views and genuinely engaging guides creates something special.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Alex was an excellent guide and great guy. He shared lot of information about the park and area. He gave us details about himself and his life.Pickup was on time, and our ride was smooth and safe. Highly recommend!

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    Richard Wulterkens

    August 28, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Alex was an excellent guide and great guy. He shared lot of information about the park and area. He gave us details about himself and his life.Pickup was on time, and our ride was smooth and safe. Highly recommend!

    Photo of Richard Wulterkens

    Richard Wulterkens

    August 28, 2026

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