Royal Gorge Half-Day Rafting Trip
Overview
Experience world class whitewater at Colorado's Royal Gorge! Incredible scenery and epic whitewater blend to make this one of North America's premier rafting destinations. This 3-hour excursion is led by a local guide, and is a perfect way to spend a half day. Your adventure awaits!
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Required river gear
- Driver/guide
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Wetsuit rentals
- Foot wear. Water shoes or Sandals are recommended. No Crocs. Must strap securely to your feet.
Meeting Location
39 County Road 3A
Cañon City, CO 81212, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
This trip rafts under the world famous Royal Gorge Bridge and provides our guest with an incredible and very unique view of some of the most beautiful scenery to be in Colorado!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 16 years during high water events
- Minimum age is 12 years through normal water levels
- Trips meet at our store location 30 minutes prior to departure times.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Royal Gorge Half-Day Rafting Trip?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-8558P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- Required river gear.
- Driver/guide.
- Professional guide.
- Gratuities.
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase).
- Wetsuit rentals.
- Foot wear. Water shoes or Sandals are recommended. No Crocs. Must strap securely to your feet.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Royal Gorge Half-Day Rafting Trip is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Royal Gorge Half-Day Rafting Trip will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Required river gear
- Driver/guide
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Wetsuit rentals
- Foot wear. Water shoes or Sandals are recommended. No Crocs. Must strap securely to your feet.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 16 years during high water events
- Minimum age is 12 years through normal water levels
- Trips meet at our store location 30 minutes prior to departure times.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
