Lower AnimasG-R-E-A-T Fun for the Entire Family!

A Durango, Colorado vacation must include a rafting adventure on the Animas River through town. 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 “El Rio de las Animas Perdidas” or the “River of Lost Souls”.

Lower Animas-Family FunThe 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, and 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

The popular family trip through Durango, CO on the Lower Animas River.
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure.

See our Group Rates here.

Please bring completed Liability releases

Depart Return Price
Half-Day Lower Animas 8:30am

11:00am

1:30pm

 12:30pm

3:00pm

5:30pm

 $46.00 Adult
$36.00 Child*
Economy Lower Animas 8:30am

11:00am

1:30pm

4:00pm

 10:30am

1:00pm

3:30pm

6:00pm

 $31.00 Adult
$21.00 Child*
DEPART RETURN PRICE
Full Day Lower Animas 8:30am

2:30pm

 $75.00 Adult

$65.00 Child

*child is 12 and under

Inflatable Kayak “Duckie” Adventures

Pilot your own inflatable kayak down the Animas River to raise the adventure level.
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure.

Depart Return Price
“Duckie” Half Day Animas 8:30am
11:00am
1:30pm		 10:30am
1:00pm
3:30pm		 $66.00
Depart Return Price
“Duckie” Economy Animas 8:30am
11:00am
1:30pm
4:00pm		 10:30am
1:00pm
3:30pm
6:00pm		 $41.00

Photo / T-Shirt Package

  • Mountain Water T-Shirt
  • 3 Photos from your trip

only $54

Splash Package Rentals

  • Booties – $6
  • Splash Jacket – $6

…or both for $9

Cancellation Policies

Guest Cancellation

  • Full payment is required at time of reservation.
  • 100% refund less a 10% fee for cancellations made 48hrs before the trip.
  • Trips can be rescheduled at no cost if made 48hrs in advance.
  • No refunds for cancellations made less than 48hrs prior to trip date.
  • If you have qualified for a group discount, cancellations must be received 7 days 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.

Information & Reservations

Advanced reservations can be confirmed and dates guaranteed when you make your reservation and payment in full 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 ten 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.