
Durango 3/4 Day Rafting Trip with Lunch - Lower Animas River
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5.0/5
Based on 22 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Durango 3/4 Day Rafting Trip with Lunch - Lower Animas River worth booking?
Durango 3/4 Day Rafting Trip with Lunch - Lower Animas River is a 6-hour experience in Durango, United States, from $162 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 22 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (22)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $162 per person
Choose Mild to Wild for your Lower Animas River Full Day rafting trip and experience our unique commitment to excellence. Our highly trained professional guides ensure your enjoyment and fun. Benefit from a low guide-to-
What you get
About this experience
Choose Mild to Wild for your Lower Animas River Full Day rafting trip and experience our unique commitment to excellence. Our highly trained professional guides ensure your enjoyment and fun. Benefit from a low guide-to-guest ratio for a personalized experience. We streamline your adventure with free parking, changing rooms, and a storefront for essentials. Complimentary splash jackets and helmets are standard. Enjoy a riverside locally made deli-style lunch midway. Whether paddling or relaxing, your day is crafted for lasting memories. Enhance your trip with a kayak instructor or explore packages including Jeep tours. Mild to Wild prioritizes your satisfaction and an unforgettable journey.
What's included
Included
- Riverside Deli-Style Lunch from our favorite local bakery
- Highly experienced and in-house trained river guides
- Safety orientation and paddle instruction
- Custom self-bailing rafts and paddles
- Helmets, Coastguard approved Personal Flotation Devices, and Splash Jackets
Not included
- Gratuities
- Wetsuits and boots (rentals available for $15)
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Durango
Meet at the main office, located at the northern end of town. Your reserved time is your meet time, there is NO need to be ANYearly than your reserved time.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet at the main office, located at the northern end of town. Your reserved time is your meet time, there is NO need to be ANYearly than your reserved time.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Mild to Wild Rafting and Jeep Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 22 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
22 verified traveler reviews for Durango 3/4 Day Rafting Trip with Lunch - Lower Animas River. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Perfect Day!
We had an absolute fabulous time with Ryder and Jack C! Thank you so much for the fantastic family memories
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an absolute fabulous time with Ryder and Jack C on the Durango rafting trip. Creating fantastic family memories is what we strive for, and we're glad we could be a part of yours!
via Tripadvisor
Great rafting ride
Jack was awesome! No booty beer. Had a great time!
Response from the operator: Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear you had such a great time on the Durango 3/4 Day Rafting Trip with Jack as your guide.
via Tripadvisor
Best white water trip ever! Sadie was our guide and she was AWESOME! We will use Mild to Wild again when in Colorado.
This was the best White water rafting trip ever! Sadie was our guide and she was awesome! She was very friendly and very knowledgeable. We are so glad to have gotten her as our guide! She made the trip extra fun ! We give her 10 stars!! You will not regret booking with Mild to Wild rafting. The whole experience was great! And the bonus was we had the best weather! When it Colorado, we will be back!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had the best white water rafting trip with Sadie as your guide. We can't wait to welcome you back to Mild to Wild on your next adventure in Colorado!
via Tripadvisor
Couldn't have asked for anything more.
Skyler was amazing for our first family rafting guide. Informative, funny, friendly, and everything you'd want from an employee or guide. His skills on the water and as a person showed through. The experience with my kids (10 & 7) are memories I'm sure they'll hold forever. I know I will! As a business owner Skylers personality and work ethic is what I would look for, as a human he has even more shining characteristics to be engaging, caring, and respectful. This adventure surpassed my expectations and really checked all the boxes of a family outing done right. Thank you Skyler!!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed the Durango rafting trip with Skyler as your guide. It sounds like you created some unforgettable memories together!
via Tripadvisor
Fun in the sun 💜
Love the experience, our tour guide NINA exceed our expectations, we had lots of fun and felt safe on this adventorous endeavor!!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your kind review! We’re thrilled you had a fun and safe adventure with Nina, and that she exceeded your expectations. Hope to see you again for another great experience!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 72
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Durango 3/4 Day Rafting Trip with Lunch - Lower Animas River: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Durango.
How much does Durango 3/4 Day Rafting Trip with Lunch - Lower Animas River cost?
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Prices start at $162 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Durango usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Durango 3/4 Day Rafting Trip with Lunch - Lower Animas River take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Durango is not rushed.
Is Durango 3/4 Day Rafting Trip with Lunch - Lower Animas River worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 22 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Durango, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Durango 3/4 Day Rafting Trip with Lunch - Lower Animas River?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Durango 3/4 Day Rafting Trip with Lunch - Lower Animas River suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Durango 3/4 Day Rafting Trip with Lunch - Lower Animas River?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Durango can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Durango and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Durango 3/4 Day Rafting Trip with Lunch - Lower Animas River start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Durango within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Durango?
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Durango runs the Durango and Silverton narrow gauge steam railroad, Mesa Verde cliff dwelling tours, Animas River rafting, jeep trails and winter skiing at Purgatory. On Outty we rank every Durango experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Durango Colorado - Rafting 1/4 Day, Durango Half Day Rafting Trip - Lower Animas River, Durango 1/4 Day Rafting Trip - Lower Animas River. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Durango?
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May to October, with the railroad running year-round in shorter form. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Durango?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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