Lower Animas River Rafting
G-R-E-A-T Fun for the Entire Family!
A Durango, Colorado vacation must include a rafting adventure on the “River of Lost Souls”, The Animas. Share an adventure. Make a memory!
Whether it's the thrill of spring run-off or a lazy late summer float, every member of the family will enjoy the scenic beauty of the River of Lost Souls.
The Lower Animas offers a unique chance to float through Colorado's past. Mining ruins of the last 100 years will add flavor to the tales of local tradition and history that your boatman will share with you. These daily trips begin in Durango and proceed south through the Southern Ute Indian Reservation. We'll splash through Smelter, Sawmill and Santa Rita Rapids, then the Pinball Rock Garden. Panoramic views of the Rockies as well as occasional glimpses of wildlife will make your river trip a highlight of your Colorado experience.
Bring suntan lotion, a hat and a windbreaker. You'll get splashed, so wear quick-drying clothes such as shorts, sandals, tennis shoes (keep your shoes dry and your feet warm - rent Booties for only $6.00/pair), and T-shirts. We'll provide experienced guides, stable rafts and life jackets for everyone. Drinks and snacks will be served on half day trips. Is this the trip for you? Book your reservation now!
Lower Animas Raft Trips
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure.
| Depart | Return | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half-Day | 8:15am 1:15pm |
12:00pm 5:00pm |
$44.00 Adult $37.00 Child* |
| Economy AM | 8:45am | 11:00am | $26.00 Adult $21.00 Child* |
| Economy Noon & PM | 12:00pm 2:45pm |
2:15pm 5:00pm |
$29.00 Adult $23.00 Child* |
| Economy Evening | 5:15pm | 7:30pm | $26.00 Adult $21.00 Child* |
| Splash -n- Dash | 12:45pm 3:30pm |
2:15pm 5:00pm |
$16.00 Adult $14.00 Child* |
| Full Day ** | 10:00am | 3:45pm | $69.00 Adult $59.00 Child* |
*child is 12 and under
**lunch included. Subtract $5 if you bring your own lunch
Inflatable Kayak Adventures
| Depart | Return | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| "Duckie" | 8:45am 12:00pm 2:45pm 5:15pm |
11:00am 2:15pm 5:00pm 7:30pm |
$39.00 |
Photo / T-Shirt Package
- Mountain Water T-Shirt
- 3 Photos from your trip
- 3 Scenic photos
only $54Splash Package Rentals
- Booties - $6
- Splash Jacket - $6
...or both for $9
Cancellation Policies
Trip Insurance
Many rafting adventure guests wish to be able to cancel at the last minute due to weather, illness, family emergency or changes in travel plans. Cancellation Insurance allows guests to receive a full refund no questions asked. The cost of the insurance is $5.00 per person for Lower Animas (Durango Family) trips. Our normal cancellation policy is listed below:
Guest Cancellation
- A 50% deposit is required to make a reservation.
- In order to receive a full refund for the Lower Animas Trip, you must cancel a minimum of 24 hours prior to the trip's scheduled departure.
- Raft and Rail and Rail and Raft are not cancelable and you will be charged unless you purchased cancellation insurance. (Mountain Waters adheres to the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge train cancellation policy).
- For groups of 25-49, cancellations must be received 7 days prior to the trip's scheduled departure.
- For groups of 50 or more, cancellations must be received 4 weeks prior to the trip's scheduled departure.
Trip Cancellation by Mountain Waters Rafting
- A trip may be cancelled at any time for River Safety reasons.
- Mountain Waters will not reimburse any travel costs.
- Travel insurance is highly recommended. You may purchase trip insurance for your raft trip from Mountain Waters Rafting.
Information & Reservations
Advanced reservations can be confirmed and dates guaranteed by sending in a 50% deposit to Mountain Waters. In Durango, reservations can be made by calling 800-585-8243 or stop by our convenient downtown office. (See map).
We accept most credit cards, travelers checks, or cash. Group discount rates begin with parties of seven or more. Liability releases are required prior to departure. For your convenience, if you are staying at a hotel or motel in Durango, ask the front desk about public transportation to our downtown booth.
Book Your Reservations Today!
Rafting, like all other outdoor activities, is inherently dangerous. By participating in Mountain Waters Rafting activities, you will be assuming those risks. As such, all participants will be required to sign a release of liability before undertaking any activity with Mountain Waters Rafting, Inc.
