About This Trip
Durango Rafting, Jeep and Mesa Verde Tour Package
This exciting tour trifecta ensures you’ll experience the top spots around Durango in two adventurous days. You’ll start with a refreshing half-day rafting trip on the Animas River, followed by an off-roading excursion up La Plata Canyon in the afternoon. The next morning, you’ll cruise through all the tops spots of Mesa Verde National Park with a guide well-versed in the Ancestral Puebloan and Southwestern history.
Jeep Tour Highlights:
- Stunning panoramic vistas
- Tumbling waterfalls and cascading creeks
- Old mining remnants from a deserted ghost town
- Gorgeous wildflowers in Spring and golden aspen in Fall
- Wildlife: Elk, juncos, bald eagles, marmot, moose, bear, deer, fox
- Adventurous roads where you would not want to take your own vehicle!
- Interpretive, knowledgeable guides
Rafting Tour Highlights:
- A hoot for kids, adults and all experience levels
- Enjoy Durango like a local!
- An awesome way to see and learn about the town’s history
- Great mix of relaxing sections and Class II rapids
- Fun and splashy Class III rapids at Smelter Whitewater Park
- Hilarious river guides that are chock full of puns and jokes
- An interactive experience that allows you to help paddle the raft through rapids.
Mesa Verde Highlights:
- Witness the largest archaeological preserve and cliff dwelling in the United States.
- Explore ancient ruins atop the mesa for a snapshot into North American life 1,500 years ago.
- Discover pottery shards and arrowheads scattered throughout the park.
- Experience a National Park that comes with serenity, where traffic is always light and sites can be enjoyed without crowds.
Itinerary
Day One – Raft & Jeep
Day Two – Mesa Verde
Booking Options
Rivers, Trails & Mesas
Package includes a standard raft for the Animas River, one of our comfortable open-air jeeps for the off roading excursion, and a comfortably roomy van for the Mesa Verde tour.
- Ages 4+
Payments & Cancellations
Payment Options
- 1/2 down, 1/2 charged 30 days prior to trip.
- 1/3 down with remaining balance charged in thirds.
- Call for other arrangements!
Free Courtesy Hold
We don’t want you to miss out on this trip so we’ll hold your spots, payment-free, for 24hrs while you make your final arrangements & prepare for payment.
Fees
In addition to the listed trip cost, we collect an additional 9% for River and Land Access Fees (ie. Forest Service, BLM, City, Private Land Use).
Cancellation Policy
Receive a 90% refund with written notice 36 hours or more before the trip. Less notice, no refund.
Trip Change Option
Up to 12 hours prior to departure, trips can be rescheduled for a different day and/or time. The price of this change policy is 5% of the total trip cost. Upgrade only available at time of reservation and must be applied to each seat.
What to Wear & Bring
FOR ALL 3 TOURS, BRING…
- Rain Jacket
- Sunglasses w/ Strap
- Sunscreen
- Water Bottle – the guides will have water for refills!
- Snacks
- Camera (with a waterproof case on your rafting trip)
RAFTING
- Swimsuit/Quick drying clothing (avoid cotton because it takes the longest to dry)
- Secure Sandals or Shoes that can get wet (sandals must have a heel strap)
- Warm, dry change of clothes in your vehicle (for after rafting)
- Wetsuits & Wetsuit Boots for spring trips (available for rent)
- Fleece Jacket & Wool Socks for spring trips (or for added warmth if you tend to get cold)
JEEPING & MESA VERDE
- Dress in layers: T-shirt, sweatshirt and a warm jacket (Spring & Fall tours especially)
- Warm Hat & Gloves (Spring & Fall Tours)
- Sun Hat
- Light Hiking Shoes
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Important Considerations
At high water levels (usually early June) our age limits may increase or younger kids may be shuttled around the larger Class III rapid.
Wetsuits are highly recommended through June, and wetsuit boots are recommended all season. Rentals are available.
In fall and spring, temperatures/weather can fluctuate quite a bit. So bring layers with you for all your tours just in case!
Be aware that Durango and Mesa Verde are prone to afternoon rain showers! Bring some rain gear.
Colorado Car Seat Law states children up to 8 years old must be in an appropriate car seat. Please bring your own for the Jeep Tour and Mesa Verde Tour.
You are on your own for lunch for the Jeep and Rafting day! Pack something to enjoy on our picnic tables between trips or head to a restaurant close by.
All itineraries are subject to change due to water / trail conditions.
Plan Your Trip
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