Rafting the Rio Chama - 3 Day Trip (Santa Fe, NM)
Highlights
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Desert cliffs as seen in the works of renowned artists such as Georgia O’Keeffe and Ansel Adams
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31 miles through the Wild and Scenic Rio Chama Wilderness
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Beautiful forested campsites beneath towering sandstone walls in one of the most beautiful river canyons in the Southwestern United States.
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A variety of vessels available to best suit your group
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Our guides are the best in the business, focusing on safety and guest service as a top priority.
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Desert cliffs as seen in the works of renowned artists such as Georgia O’Keeffe and Ansel Adams
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31 miles through the Wild and Scenic Rio Chama Wilderness
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Beautiful forested campsites beneath towering sandstone walls in one of the most beautiful river canyons in the Southwestern United States.
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A variety of vessels available to best suit your group
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Our guides are the best in the business, focusing on safety and guest service as a top priority.
Summary
This is the signature multi-day rafting trip in New Mexico. The trip consists of a float through the stunning colorful sandstone and limestone walls of this amazing canyon and finishes up near the renowned artist village of Abiquiu.
Tour info
Duration
3 days
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Adult Rio Chama 3 Day Rafting Trip:
(13-99 years)
$615.87
Child Rio Chama 3 Day Rafting Trip:
(5-12 years)
$512.44
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location
Why take this tour?
This is the signature multi-day rafting trip in New Mexico. Thanks to releases from El Vado Reservoir, we are able to enjoy this incredible canyon and 3 day rafting trip, most weeks from April - August. We raft 33 mile section of river outside of the the alpine town of Tierra Amarilla, NM.
Float through the stunning and colorful sandstone and limestone walls of this amazing canyon and finish near the renowned artist village of Abiquiu. The upper reaches of the river are well known for gorgeous pine trees lining the banks of the river and spectacular views of the desert cliffs that border this area. The mellow whitewater here affords ample opportunity to take in all of the colors and beauty of the famous canyon. The relaxed 3-day itinerary allows us the flexibility to stop often and explore the many treasures within the high reaching walls like hot springs, ancient Indian ruins, and dinosaur tracks.
What’s included?
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Delicious meals prepared by your guides -
Type V, US Coast Guard approved flotation devices (lifejackets) -
Wetsuits and splash jackets available; helmets provided for Class 3 rapids and above! -
You can use our camping gear! (sleeping bag, sleeping pad, camp chairs, tent to share) -
Delicious meals prepared by your guides -
Type V, US Coast Guard approved flotation devices (lifejackets) -
Wetsuits and splash jackets available; helmets provided for Class 3 rapids and above! -
You can use our camping gear! (sleeping bag, sleeping pad, camp chairs, tent to share) -
Gratuities
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Sunscreen, water shoes, hat or sunglasses - available for purchases
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Transportation to and from meeting location described in your confirmation email
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Gratuities
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Sunscreen, water shoes, hat or sunglasses - available for purchases
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Transportation to and from meeting location described in your confirmation email
Things to know
Before you book
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Minimum age: 6 years old
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Online reservations require a 25% deposit at the time of booking.
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For our Rio Chama overnight trips, no refunds are offered within 30 days of your scheduled trip date. If you cancel outside of this time frame, you will be eligible for a full refund.
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It is recommended but not mandatory that all our guests know how to swim.
Before you go
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There is no experience required for any of our river trips. However, we encourage experience for our more difficult, Taos Box and Razorblades trips. Please feel free to call us with any concerns or questions about appropriate trips for your group.
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Unfortunately, we cannot bring our furry friends on our river trips. We do not have a secure area to keep your dog at our headquarters.
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We run our river trips rain or shine.
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You must meet us at Bode’s General Store in Abiquiu, NM.
Cancellation Policy
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For our Rio Chama overnight trips, no refunds are offered within 30 days of your scheduled trip date. If you cancel outside of this time frame, you will be eligible for a full refund.
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