Half Day Upper Colorado River Rafting Adventure
Overview
A rafting adventure on the Upper Colorado River awaits, where the gentle currents and scenic views create a perfect escape from the everyday. This half-day trip, launching from 4 Eagle Ranch, is designed for families and friends looking for a relaxing yet engaging experience.
Enjoy complimentary river toys like inflatable kayaks and paddleboards for a personalized touch, allowing you to navigate the river at your leisure. With knowledgeable guides leading the way, you’ll soak in the stunning landscapes, spot local wildlife, and even take refreshing swim stops. It’s a fun-filled day on the water that blends relaxation with light adventure, making it a must-do in the Vail Valley.
What's Included
- Transportation to and from the river
- Rafting Equipment - lifejackets, splash jackets, and river shoes
- Professional Whitewater Raft Guide
- Guide Gratuity
Meeting Location
4098 Colorado 131
Wolcott, CO 81655, 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
More than just a raft trip, this river trip provides you time on the river, your way. The Colorado River flows through a wide, high-country valley framed by towering red rock canyon walls, cottonwood groves, and open ranchland. This stretch is known for its gentle pace, warm summer water, and incredible scenery. Launching near your base at 4 Eagle Ranch, this is the closest half-day rafting trip to the Vail Valley, making it easy to turn your day into a true Colorado river experience. Included Inflatable kayaks (duckies) and Stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) let you customize your experience active, relaxed, or somewhere in between. This trip turns the river into your personal playground. One of Vails best half day river experiences.
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
- Minimum weight required is 30 pounds
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Half Day Upper Colorado River Rafting Adventure?
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Activity code: C-35525P23
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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.
- Transportation to and from the river.
- Rafting Equipment - lifejackets, splash jackets, and river shoes.
- Professional Whitewater Raft Guide.
- Guide Gratuity.
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 3..
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 Half Day Upper Colorado River Rafting Adventure is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Minimum weight required is 30 pounds
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Half Day Upper Colorado River Rafting Adventure 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
- Transportation to and from the river
- Rafting Equipment - lifejackets, splash jackets, and river shoes
- Professional Whitewater Raft Guide
- Guide Gratuity
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
- Minimum weight required is 30 pounds
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
