Glenwood Springs Half-Day Rafting Trip

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Highlights

  • Colorado River

  • Glenwood Springs

  • Shoshone Rapids

Summary

Our most popular Glenwood Springs whitewater rafting trip! If we only had two to three hours to spend on the water and wanted to show our friends or family what it's like to experience the thrill of Class III (IV) Colorado whitewater rafting and the beauty of Glenwood Canyon, this would be the trip we'd take them on.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Adult: (12-64 years)
$74.00
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Defiance's Glenwood Canyon rafting trip starts with a bang: a mile-and-a-half run down the classic and continuous Class III Shoshone Rapids. The trip then transitions into a scenic float, with a few splashes here and there, through lower Glenwood Canyon and into Glenwood Springs. It's a 12+ mile classic stretch of river that provides a bit of everything – whitewater, scenery, and relaxation, with opportunities to hop out of the raft and swim at various points along the way. Have a Happy Paddler under twelve (12) or don't care to do the rapids? No worries. With the Shoshone Rapids being the first thing you do, those unable or not wanting to do the Rapids can watch your party launch at Shoshone. Then hop on the bus or van and be chaperoned below the rapid section to rejoin your group's raft after the rapid section. If rapids aren't your thing, or you don't care to split your group up for the first 15 - 20 minutes, our family-oriented Scenic Canyon Half-Day Float is an excellent option.

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What’s included?

  • Personal Flotation Device (PFD) aka, lifejacket

  • Helmet

  • Optional use of wetsuits, river booties, and splash-jackets

  • Shuttle

  • No additional fees and taxes

  • Free hotel pickup and drop-off upon request with 24-hour notice

  • Gratuities

  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Before you go

  • Includes whitewater.

  • There may be restrictions and additional requirements during periods of higher water.

  • Bring water and sunscreen!

Covid Policy

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms

At Defiance, we try not to take ourselves too seriously. But when it comes to what we do – well, we do. That includes looking after the welfare of our guests and the responsibility of earning and maintaining your trust and confidence throughout your experience.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, please cancel at least 48 hours before the start date of the experience. Cancellations between 24 and 48 hours will receive a partial refund of 50%. No refunds will be provided for cancellations within 24 hours of your raft trip.
Operator Website

Operated by:

Defiance Rafting

About operator:

“We believe everyone needs a little adventure in their lives - whether it’s the exhilaration of staring down the status quo and doing something new or the satisfaction of pushing fear aside to step outside of your comfort zone. That mindset drives the decisions we make and the company we are. It’s what fuels us to be good and do good. More than anything, it’s why everyone at Defiance Rafting is committed to providing you an experience that gives you the adventure you’re looking for.” — Heather, Gregory, and Elsie Defiance Rafting is located in Glenwood Springs, Colorado between Aspen and Vail on the Western Slope of the Colorado Rockies. Defiance Rafting Company is a Glenwood Springs whitewater rafting company, offering family-friendly whitewater rafting trips on the Colorado River.

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