Group Rafting Trips & Tours

Group Rafting Trips & Tours

Corporate, School, Church, & Scout Group Trips

Group Rafting and Other Adventures with Mild to Wild Rafting:

Welcome to our Group Adventure headquarters at Mild to Wild! We specialize in adventure in nature. This is all we do so we are good at it and with more than 25 years of experience, we have entertained all types of groups including corporate, youth, scout, family reunions, school groups, and tour companies – just to name a few. Experience all types of mild, intermediate and wild adventures on guided group rafting trips, jeep tours, Mesa Verde tours, inflatable kayaks, train rides, and paddle boards! Groups can choose from mild to wild for adventures, but also for unique meetings, team-building challenges, group bonding, motivational trips and mostly, for FUN. And, be aware: after your first experience with Mild to Wild, you will probably want to make it a yearly event with us! Mild to Wild’s diverse array of trip options allow us to create an experience that is ideal for your specific need.

6 Reasons to Book Your Group Rafting Trip With Mild to Wild

Salt Family Splash - Phoenix AZ - Mild to Wild Rafting

More Information By Group Type

Youth Groups

Youth Group

There is no better way to gain group cohesion than sharing the fun and excitement of an outdoor adventure in a raft, inflatable kayak, paddleboard or educational/interactive jeep trail tour.
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Boy Scouts

Boy Scouts

Mild to Wild prides itself on helping scouts achieve The Whitewater Merit Badge. We take our responsibility very seriously to provide the experience and education to meet the badge requirements, as well as provide a fun experience while limiting risk!
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Corporate Groups

Corporate Groups

Depending on your goal and adventure level, our many options can accommodate your corporate goals – incentive trip, team-building trip, employee rewards, and appreciation outings.
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School Groups

School Groups

School groups love our trips! What better way to learn and have fun than on an educational trip in the outdoors! Available on rafts, inflatable kayaks, jeep trail tours, paddle boards and the jeep/train tour (Durango Silverton Train).
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Bachelor Parties

Bachelor Parties

Our most popular bachelor party trip is on the Upper Animas River. Two unbelievable days of 100+ rapids (Class III, IV and V) and an evening in our exclusive remote camp. Even the bride will approve of this!
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Wedding Parties

Wedding Parties

What better way to prepare for the big day than to bring all your family and friends together on a sampler Lower Animas River Trip. Paddle, splash, relax and get to know each other better! (Available on all rivers).
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Girl Scouts

Girl Scouts

We can help obtain Junior Badge requirements for “Water Fun” and “Wildlife” and Cadet and Senior badge requirements for “High Adventure Interest Project,” “Water Sports” and the “Paddle, Pole and Roll” badges.
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Family Reunions

Family Reunions

Mild to Wild’s diverse trip offerings provide a wide array of options. Those looking to stay together generally opt for a mild trip – to accommodate everyone. Some reunions opt to split up in groups – some doing the mild, some the intermediate and some the wild.
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Tour Operations

Tour Operators

Mild to Wild understands how important it is to keep your tour clients happy. We offer customized itineraries and times to accommodate your needs.
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Why Chose Mild to Wild For Your Group Rafting Trip

Group Experts – We are celebrating 26 years of connecting family & friends through nature and adventure! We are known as the Southwest’s Whitewater & Adventure Experts…just ask the locals.

Exclusive Guarantee – “Commitment to be the Best” – Our goal is to exceed expectations. If you have any concerns, you have direct access to us the owners, Molly and Alex. We are committed to excellence and serve over 25,000 delighted guests annually

Highest Trained Guides – We have a State-Certified Guide Training Program. Our in-house guide training assures high quality and knowledgeable guides. Our training program exceeds the State requirements to ensure our guides’ higher level of professionalism & experience. Your guide is trained in river rescue, local knowledge, customer service skills, as well as First Aid and CPR.

Family-Focused & Family Owned – We are family-focused with committed owners! We are a family at Mild to Wild! Alex and Molly, our leaders/owners, are daily managers, guides on the river, trip consultants and greeters! Our team is a family and we want you to feel a part of that family!

1st Class Trip Provisions – We provide state-of-the-art, self-bailing rafts and equipment, quality shuttle vehicles, professional guides, AED’s, multiple satellite communication devices, on water radios to communicate between boats, free helmets, free Coast Guard-approved personal flotation devices, free splash gear, safety orientation, and our unparalleled guarantee.

Ease of Planning – You will receive a dedicated group coordinator to help you plan your group’s adventure & ensure any details or accommodations are met. We offer flexible payment plans, group discounts, electronic waivers, & split payments.

Safety

At Mild to Wild safety is our number one priority. While we strive to provide an engaging and exciting experience for youth groups, we always take safety very seriously with our industry-leading safety precautions.

Castle Valley Rafting on Colorado River - Moab, UT - Mild to Wild Rafting

Extra SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

  • True river professionals guide you down the river and share their love and knowledge of the
    river with you
  • We step above industry standards and bring AED’s on trips
  • On river radios & satellite communication devices
  • Our trip leaders set the standard with an average of 2,000 river miles
  • State-certified, in-house guide training ensures quality
  • First Aid and CPR certification for all guides
  • Online waivers & pre-trip preparation material
  • Free helmets and PFD’s
  • Instructional and safety orientation prior to launch

EASY PLANNING FOR TRIP LEADERS

We know organizing a group trip is a big undertaking; not to worry, we are here to help! You will have a single, personal contact at Mild to Wild to help accommodate all the trip planning details & special arrangements. All of our adventures include experienced caring guides & staff, and quality shuttle vehicles & rafting equipment. We are knowledgeable about our area and would love to help coordinate your Southwest experiential trip. All reservations come with flexible payment plans, lenient cancellation policy, and online waivers submission.

We know organizing a group trip is a big undertaking; not to worry, we are here to help! We help through the whole process starting with connecting you with a group coordinator who will assist you in choosing the best trip. All of our adventures include experienced, caring guides and staff and quality shuttle vehicles rafting equipment. Our Durango & Moab based locations also offer free parking, changing rooms, bathrooms and a store for last-minute needs and souvenirs. We are knowledgeable about our area and love to help coordinate your Southwest vacation, including other area activities, meals, and accommodations. For other resources to help you plan your group trip, check out these links: Tips for Choosing the Right TripClass of RapidsLodgingCommon Concerns.

Group discounts are provided and group payment plans are available. We also welcome exclusive and custom chartered trips.

Choosing the right outfitter is important to the success of your outing. Our years of experience as an industry leader will help your group achieve its goals, no matter the number or special logistical needs. With our years of experience, we will make your adventures into lifelong memories and guarantee it to be a highlight for your group.

Reviews From Previous Groups

Cottonwood Gulch Expeditions:

We were very happy with everything that we experienced with Mild to Wild. The professionalism and enthusiasm from educating our team on the different levels and rivers to the guides being able to adapt to working with 20+ ten-year-olds, and knowing exactly what everyone needed and maintaining the schedule we needed. Rafting isn’t a normal part of our curriculum here but it was probably one of the better trips we did in 2019, and hope that we can include it into the curriculum in 2020 and on.

Aspen Community School:

Amazing. The guides were supportive, hilarious, patient, accommodating, and provided so many opportunities for the kids to understand the river, river safety, desert camping etiquette, and overall how to have an amazing river experience. They made sure that there was plenty of food, playtime and games. The kids were exhausted from all of the wonderfulness from the trip! Thank you Grace, Sam and Eric!!!

Girl Scout Troop on a 3-Day San Miguel Trip:

Our Girl Scout Troop had a blast on our 3-day rafting trip. Our guides, Emma, Nickel, and Mike, were amazing. They were fun, knowledgeable and made our trip so fun. Our group ranged in age from 12 to 46. Everyone had a great time.

Group Discounts and Policies

Single Day Trips in Colorado & Utah   

  • 10-24 Guests: 10% off Rate
  • 25-49 Guests: 15% off Rate
  • 50+ Guests: 20% off Rate

Single Day Trips in Arizona

  • 12-24 Guests: 10% off Rate
  • 25-32 Guests: 15% off Rate
  • 33+ Guests: 20% off Rate

Multi-Day Trips in Arizona, Utah, & Colorado

  • 8-16 Guests: 10% off Rate
  • 17-24 Guests: 15% off Rate
  • 25+ Guests: 20% off Rate

Group rates are given with the following conditions:

  • Payments must be made by the group leader (not by individual members making individual payments).
  • Establish a waiting list for seats in case members of your group cannot make it. This will avoid cancellation charges.
  • Waivers may be sent in advance. Make copies, have each participant complete the form, then collect forms and bring them to the check-in area the day of the trip. Children under 18 must have signed liability release forms from their parents.
  • Kids’ prices are based on kids pricing specific to each trip.

Example Group Trip Options

We understand different groups have different policies that need to be met on outings. From adventure levels allowed, meeting certain curriculum objectives, budgeting and time. Each school has different needs. To overcome these obstacles, Mild to Wild offers river adventures from 2-hours to 6-days. We have varying payment arrangements, including youth pricing, and group discounts. All of our trips include optional educational components of Leave No Trace, river ecology, river safety, interpretive information, and team building activities. Please let us know what the purpose of this trip and what you’d like us to incorporate into the adventure.

CATARACT CANYON – MOAB, UT

Moab, UT Rafting: Cataract Canyon in Canyonlands National Park

Family Rafting In Cataract Canyon - Moab, UT - Mild to Wild
  • Enjoy thrilling whitewater & spectacular scenery, similar to the Grand Canyon, but in a fraction of the time.
  • Challenge class III-V waves in the heart of Canyonlands National Park
  • Relive history as your guide explains the geological layers found in the canyon

YAMPA RIVER – VERNAL, UT

Yampa River Rafting Trip in Dinosaur National Monument

Rapids Yampa River Rafting - Dinosaur National Monument - Mild to Wild Rafting
  • Travel down the untamed waters of the last free-flowing river in the entire Colorado River system.
  • Challenge class III-IV rapids as you build new bonds with family & friends
  • Uncover awe-inspiring geology and history as you travel through Dinosaur National Monument

DESOLATION CANYON – MOAB, UT

Desolation Canyon Rafting on The Green River

Kayaking on Desolation Canyon Raft Trip – Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours
  • Experience 60+ class II & III rapids in rafts, kayaks, and standup paddleboards
  • Travel through the largest wilderness area in the Lower-48 beside mustangs, bighorn sheep, eagles, & more
  • Explore real wild west hideouts, moonshiners cabins, and mind-boggling geographical features
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CASTLE VALLEY – MOAB, UT

Moab, UT Rafting – Castle Valley

Colorado River-Moab Utah-Mild to Wild Rafting
  • Take in the amazing sites of Fisher Towers; natural rock skyscrapers chiseled precariously by wind and water.
  • Relx in calm water & class II splashes, a perfect way to cool off in the Utah sunshine
  • Enjoy large sandy beaches, swimming holes, and chances to try inflatable kayaking

LOWER ANIMAS – DURANGO, CO

What It’s Like to Raft the Lower Animas River Durango, CO

Animas River Rafting Durango Co - Mild to Wild
  • Convenient; accommodates tight itineraries
  • Packages available, including jeep trail tours, for the complete Colorado experience!
  • Perfect trip for groups with all ages

SALT RIVER – PHOENIX, AZ

Arizona Rafting on The Salt River

  • Experience more class III rapids per mile than on any other Arizona river
  • Savor the beauty of spectacular blooming cacti & spring wildflowers as the Southwest desert awakens
  • Discover Arizona’s best-kept secret – Arizona’s other Grand Canyon

General Group Trip Types

Raft Trips

Raft Trips

The challenge of the river and the natural orientation of working together on a river trip make for ideal group rafting trips and lasting memories! Trips are offered in Arizona, Colorado, and Utah! Your choice: raft, inflatable kayak or paddle board.

Jeep Tours

Jeep Tours

Educational, interactive and tailored to your schedule and objectives. This is a great way to explore places you would not want to take your own vehicle!

Corporate Groups

Corporate Groups

Explore the Durango & Silverton area with this spectacular combination package!

Mesa Verde

Mesa Verde

Go back in time with a Mesa Verde tour and discover the rich heritage of the Ancestral Puebloans who made this region their home for 700 years!
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