Conquer the Upper Animas River! This legendary run, Durango to Silverton, boasts nonstop Class III, IV, and V rapids, demanding fitness and focus amidst breathtaking wilderness.
Upper Animas 1 Day Rafting Trip
Experience the excitement of the Upper Animas! This legendary whitewater run, between Durango and Silverton, demands physical fitness and focus. Conquer nonstop rapids, a challenging sequence of continuous Class II and III action punctuated by exhilarating IVs and Vs. Plunge through a breathtaking landscape where towering 14,000-foot mountains rise above, and the river roars through the vast, untamed Weminuche Wilderness. With an average gradient of 85 feet per mile, this is the most challenging commercially run river in the U.S., a wild ride for the exceptionally capable.
- Orientation Trip on the Lower Animas River
- Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train Ticket
- Deli-Style Lunch and Beverages
- Experienced, professional, and interpretive guides
- Coast Guard-approved Personal Flotation Devices, Helmets, 5mm Wetsuits, and Splash Jackets
- Gratuities
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
Start Location: Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours, Animas View Drive, Durango, CO, USA
- Participants must be in excellent physical condition and possess strong swimming skills.
- Passing a mandatory swim test is required before the trip.
Cancellation Policy: standard
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Upper Animas River 1 Day Rafting Trip
RETAIL PRICE | |
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Adult (13-64 years) | $499.00 |
Tickets will be held at the box office



