Ages 6+ • Easy to Moderate • March - October
Splash through Class I–III rapids on the Rio Grande Race Course with a family-focused half-day raft or inflatable kayak trip. Perfect for first-timers and kids 6+, this experience combines solid river instruction, wildlife viewing, and playful whitewater.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–5 hours
Fitness Level
Be in normal good health and able to paddle actively for short intervals; basic swimming skills recommended.
Wildlife
History
This stretch of the Rio Grande runs through geology shaped by lava flows and centuries of river shaping that local communities have navigated for generations.
Conservation
Guides emphasize Leave No Trace practices, minimizing riverbank impacts and using established put-in/take-out points to protect riparian habitat.
Ages 6+ • Easy to Moderate • March - October
Wear secure footwear
Choose water shoes or sandals with straps—rocks and raft floors are slippery when wet.
Sun protection matters
Bring a brimmed hat, sunglasses with a retainer, and reef-safe sunscreen for exposed river stretches.
Layer for desert swings
Morning temperatures can be cool and afternoons hot—pack a thin fleece and quick-dry shirt.
Learn the commands
Listen closely during the safety talk so you can respond quickly on Class II–III moves.
Water shoes or river sandals
Grip and protection for rocky put-ins and wet raft floors.
spring
Quick-dry clothing and layers
Keeps you comfortable during cool mornings and hot afternoons.
summer
Small dry bag
Protects phone, snacks, and extra layers from splashes.
Sunscreen and sunglasses with retainer
Essential for long sun exposure on reflective water surfaces.
summer