ADVENTURE
Rafting & Kayak Adventure
MOST INVOLVED RAFTING TRIP
PER PERSON PRICE
$93.99 / ADULT
$87.99 / YOUTH
(Youth – 12 & younger)
TOTAL ADVENTURE TIME
3.5 - 4 HOURS
(Average total trip time)
ADVENTURE LEVEL
CHALLENGING
(Class II-III)
MINIMUM AGE
8 YEARS
(Increases during high water)
PEAK SEASON MEETING TIMES
8:15 AM | 9:30 AM | 11:30 AM | 1:30 PM | 3:15 PM
(11:00 AM or 9:00 AM & 1:00 PM – Non-peak season)
LOCATION / RIVER
GLENWOOD CANYON / COLORADO RIVER
(Roaring Fork River when mother nature dictates)
RAFT & KAYAK ADVENTURE IS AN UPGRADE TO OUR MOST POPULAR RAFTING ADVENTURE
Get ready to paddle with Raft & Kayak Adventure! Following the pattern of the Half Day Rafting Adventure, the Raft & Kayak Adventure commences with a heart-pounding 1.5-mile descent through the action-packed Class III Shoshone Rapids alongside a guide in a raft. Transitioning from Grizzly Creek, the expedition seamlessly shifts to an inflatable kayak for the subsequent 10 miles. Traverse a scenic route with intermittent splashes and occasional Class II-III waves, guiding adventurers through the towering 1500' walls of Glenwood Canyon, concluding in Glenwood Springs. Covering over 12 miles of river, the Raft & Kayak Adventure promises an ideal mix of whitewater thrills, breathtaking scenery, and moments of relaxation—an inclusive experience for all. Participants must be 15 years or older, or accompanied by an adult, to partake in the kayaking segment.
UPGRADES
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GUARANTEE
This adventure is backed by our Happy Boating Guarantee
SAVINGS
Competitive pricing & HLA Co-op Savings Guarantee
FEATURED RIVER ADVENTURES
RAFTING TRIPS & WHITEWATER ADVENTURES
GEARED UP FOR RAFTING
Available in store for rent or purchase
NRS RIVER SHIRTS
Available for purchase
NRS WETSUITS
Available for rent
NRS RIVER SHOES
Available for purchase or rent
WATERPROOF CASES
Available for purchase
We strongly recommend this trip if you are wanting more independence and adventure over the Half Day Adventure. Participants begin in a raft from the Shoshone Boat Ramp to the Grizzly Creek Boat Ramp, offering the excitement of the Shoshone Rapids and the thrill of Class III whitewater. Once at Grizzly Creek, you then jump into an inflatable kayak (one person and two person options) and continue the remaining 10 miles downstream while still in the comfort of having the river guides in close proximity. Families and groups do combined this trip with the Half Day Adventure, providing yet another way to expand everyones experience.
This trip begins at the Shoshone Rapids (an app. 2 mile Class III to III+ section on the Colorado River) then continues downriver for approximately 12 miles (average flows), ending at the Blue Sky Rafting private boat ramp in West Glenwood Springs.
15 years for single kayak / 6 years with guardian for double kayak (water level & experience dependent).
3.5-4 hours in total
Blue Sky Rafting
Blue Sky Rafting is located at the HLA Co-op Basecamp at 152 W. 6th Street, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601.
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“We spent a lot of time deciding between rafting companies in Glenwood, and we’re so happy we ended up with Blue Sky. We’re rafting novices, and this was a great starter trip with some impressive rapids at the beginning followed by a leisurely float down the canyon…”
Half Day Rafting Adventure Guest
VIEW RAFT TRIP ITINERARY“Rafting wasn’t even on our list of things to do, but we are so glad we saw Blue Sky Rafting reviews and decided to do it! Their staff are all so great and easy to work with and it’s very reasonably priced for such a cool and memorable experience.”
Raft & Kayak Adventure Guest
VIEW RAFT TRIP ITINERARY“My kids and I had an amazing experience with Blue Sky Rafting. We went white water rafting and Shelby was our guide and fellow adventurer. He was the best we could have gotten. He calmed my daughters fears with his really funny and hilarious jokes…. “scouts honor”! Hahaha”
Mild & Scenic Half Day Rafting Guest
VIEW RAFT TRIP ITINERARY“What a great experience! The Shoshone rapids were perfect for my family. This time of the year the water level is perfect for little ones… Go earlier in the season for bigger rapids. CatJo did an amazing job guiding us safely down the river…”
Private Half Day Rafting Adventure Guest
VIEW RAFT TRIP ITINERARY“We had the BEST time! Our guide Gabbie was so knowledgeable of the river, gave us interesting facts and fun ideas to do in town. I called ahead because I was worried about rain. They were so great and put us on an earlier trip. So accommodating! You will not be disappointed.”
Half Day Rafting Adventure Guest
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