How about a Colorado rafting trip down the Arkansas River through Royal Gorge? If whitewater rafting is something you would like to do, the Royal Gorge is the place to do it!
The Arkansas River is just 25 feet wide through the gorge so it has some pretty good rapids. There are huge waves and big drops through this portion of the Arkansas River. The whitewater here is ranked from Class III to Class IV. The cliffs here are 1100 feet high and just spectacular to look at from the river.
A company called Raft Masters will take you on the trip of a lifetime. Up to seven guests can go in a raft plus one of the guides from Raft Masters. You can take a half day trip or a full day trip. There are also overnight trips. Raft Masters provides all meals on any of their trips.
They provide wetsuits for you to wear free of charge so that you are comfortable. You need to wear some good, yet comfortable shoes. Bare feet are not allowed. No flip flops or Croc-type shoes can be worn while you raft.
You will want to bring sunscreen. If you wear eyeglasses, make sure you have a strap on them or you will lose them to the Arkansas River.
Whether you have been whitewater rafting before or not, you can ride the rapids and have a blast. Nothing is 100% safe, but if you cooperate and follow the rules, you should be fine. The most important thing you can to stay safe is to listen to your guide and you will have a successful trip, the adventure of a lifetime!
Talk about fun. These adventures are awesome. My kids want to go whitewater rafting again and again!
The price for a half day, 12 mile trip is currently $64 per person. A full day, 22 mile trip costs $99. They also offer other routes and options so it is best for you to visit their web site using the link above. This is Colorado rafting at its best.
Along with Raft Masters, there are other companies who offer whitewater rafting in Colorado Springs. For instance, there is:
WAORafting
Buffalo Joe
Performance Tours
American Adventure Expedition
River Runners
There are also many other Colorado rafting tours you can take through the state besides the Royal Gorge tour.
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