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Glenwood Canyon Half-Day Raft Trip in Colorado
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Glenwood Canyon Half-Day Raft Trip in Colorado
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Cancellation policy
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- 24 hours prior100% refund
- Within 24 hoursNo refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience 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.
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What you can expect during your visit
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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(888) 651-9785
3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
The Colorado River is one of the US’ most popular spots for whitewater rafting, but if you’ve never been before, the Class III rapids can seem a bit scary. Take the stress away from a trip that should be fun with this Glenwood Canyon half-day rafting trip. Not only will your guide safely lead the way down the river, but all equipment is included.
- Experience the beauty of Glenwood Canyon while rafting down the Colorado River
- All equipment—including helmets, lifejackets, river booties, wetsuits—are provided
- Free hotel pickup and drop-off is available upon request with 24-hour notice
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What's Included
Personal Flotation Device (PFD) aka, lifejacket
Helmet
Optional use of wetsuits, river booties, and splash-jackets
Post trip swag for Happy Paddlers (guests 12 and under).
Shuttle
No additional fees and taxes
Free hotel pickup and drop-off upon request with 24-hour notice
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Departure & Return
Defiance Rafting Company , 1308 Co Rd 129, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601, USA
This activity will end right where it started.Please plan on arriving 45-minutes prior to trip departure. Defiance Rafting Company is located inside Glenwood Canyon Resort, which is just off the south side of Exit 119 (aka, the No Name exit). Proceed to the boathouse for parking and check-in.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival. Please arrive 45 minutes prior to trip departure.
- 24-hour cancelation policy (outside = full refund; inside = partial refund up to 50%)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
- OPERATED BY Defiance Rafting Company
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience 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.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Glenwood Canyon Half-Day Raft Trip in Colorado?
A:The policy on face masks and attendee health is:
- Face masks provided for travelers
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Glenwood Canyon Half-Day Raft Trip in Colorado?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Glenwood Canyon Half-Day Raft Trip in Colorado?
A:The policy on social distancing is:
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Glenwood Canyon Half-Day Raft Trip in Colorado?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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The highlight of our vacation
Lennie_N
, Jun 2022
This was our first time rafting. Defiance was extremely organized and very knowledgeable about the area. Our guide was friendly and helpful.
Glenwood trip
Celina_P
, Jun 2022
Exhilarating trip....
Gavin_H
, May 2022
It was an amazing...
Juan_P
, May 2022
Fun and exhilarating!
Lisa_W
, Aug 2021
Great rafting trip
Dennis_B
, Aug 2021
The guide, Taylor, was great and very helpful. The scenery was beautiful! It was a relaxing ride and we did some #2 rapids also. Taylor was knowledgeable about the area. We swam in the Colorado River and put our feet in natural hot springs. We felt safe throughout. An enjoyable experience!
Rafting down the Colorado River
Lauren_W
, Aug 2021
Mudslides and I 70Closed - but still show for rafting- no thanks
Jennifer_B
, Aug 2021
Nothing to do with the rafting company as they told me I should contact Viator. They did not offer to refund or rain check my date though. There was a mud slide on 70 so I cancelled my hotel. The route on CDOT said 70 was closed and the alternate route was way north of Glenwood Springs and the news said it was closed. After cancelling my hotel I tried to contact Viator to cancel and no luck. I won’t book anything through Viator or online again unless I speak to the business first. I am Not taking my 12 year old through a canyon with mudslides and a circus show of trying to find some side road that I have to show my confirmation to the police so they let me through the road closure. Just sounds like a bad trip idea all around.
Great time
Mike_B
, Aug 2021
It was a great day. Brad was a excellent guide with a great sense of humor. My family had the most fun than we’ve had in a while.
Exciting and Fun
Rick
, Jul 2021
Fun for everyone.
Brian_J
, Jul 2021
It was good
Melanie_M
, Jul 2021
We really liked our experience. However, we would have liked a little more white and a little more rapid I think. After the first 30 min, we glided down the River and looked at the scenery for another 1.5 hours. I think we weren’t prepared for how much down time there was. But overall it was good.
First time and ready for the second!
Tavi_B
, Jul 2021
Amazing experience for two 65 yr old first timers and three teenage grands! Our tour guide was awesome, knowledgeable and helpful in every way. We had a great combination of rapids and relaxing floating. Just the right amount of both for first-timers. Challenging if not in perfect physical condition, but doable!
Great time!
Abigail_J
, Jul 2021
Fun experience with great staff
Nancy_L
, Jul 2021
Great tour for first time rafters. Beautiful scenery.
Paulinka
, Jul 2021
We had a great time. The rapids were mild and not plentiful (up to level III), but the entire ride was entertaining and worth the money. It was great for kids, not scary but thrilling enough. The guides were fun, upbeat and full of jokes and fun facts. They are well organized, the gear is clean and in good condition. We would definitely recommend the tour..
Great time on the water!
Alexandra_S
, Jul 2021
Best way to spend an afternoon!
Matt_H
, Jul 2021
Best whitewater rafting for families
Randall_B
, Jul 2021
Great experience!
Brittany_H
, Jul 2021
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