Brown’s Canyon National Monument Half Day Raft Trip
- River: Arkansas River
- Difficulty: Moderate and Family Friendly/ Class III Rapids
- Departure Time: 9:15 AM and 1:15 PM
- Age: 6+ and 50lbs.
- Price: Starting at $99 Per Person
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Clear Creek Beginner Rafting Trip
- River: Arkansas River
- Difficulty: Beginner/ Class II Rapids
- Departure Time: 9 AM and 1PM
- Age: 4+ and 30 lbs.
- Price: Starting at $99 Per Person
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Blue River Half Day Raft Trip
- River: Colorado River
- Difficulty: Family Friendly/ Class II Rapids
- Departure Time: 9:15 AM and 1:30 PM
- Age: 3+ and 30lbs.
- Price: Starting at $99 Per Person
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Big Bend Half Day Duckie Trip
- River: Arkansas River
- Difficulty: Beginner/ Class II Rapids
- Departure Time: 9 AM and 1 PM
- Age: 14+ / call for details about younger participants
- Price: Starting at $130 Per Person
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Brown’s Canyon National Monument Full Day Raft Trip
- River: Arkansas River
- Difficulty: Moderate/ Class III Rapids
- Departure Time: 9:15 AM
- Age: 6+
- Price: Starting at $150 Per Person
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Upper Colorado River Half Day Raft Trip
- River: Colorado River
- Difficulty: Family Friendly/ Class II Rapids
- Departure Time: 9:15 AM and 1:30 PM
- Age: 3+ and 30lbs.
- Price: Starting at $99 Per Person
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Upper Colorado River Full Day Raft Trip
- River: Colorado River
- Difficulty: Beginner/ Class I-II Rapids
- Departure Time: 9:15 AM
- Age: 14+ / call for details about younger participants
- Price: Starting at $150 Per Person
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Big Bend Half Day Raft Trip
- River: Arkansas River
- Difficulty: Beginner/ Class II Rapids
- Departure Time: 9 AM and 1PM
- Age: 4+ and 30 lbs.
- Price: Starting at $99 Per Person
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do you need to know how to swim for beginner white water rafting?
No, swimming ability is not required for KODI Rafting's beginner trips. All guests are fitted with high-quality personal flotation devices (PFDs), and our professional guides provide thorough safety briefings before hitting the water.
What is the minimum age for kids to go rafting in Colorado?
The minimum age depends on the river section. For our mildest family floats on the Upper Colorado River, children as young as 3 years old (and 30 lbs) can join. For splashier Class III beginner trips like Brown's Canyon, the minimum age is 6 years old (and 50 lbs).
What should I wear on a beginner Colorado raft trip?
We recommend wearing quick-drying clothing (like athletic wear or swimwear), secure footwear that can get wet (no flip-flops), and plenty of sunscreen. Avoid cotton clothing, as it holds water and keeps you cold.
Plan Your White Water Rafting Adventure Confidently
Would you like to experience the thrills of white water rafting for the first time? Are you looking for guidance on choosing a beginner white water rafting trip and need KODI’s experts to show you the way? These trips keep it mild with some easy whitewater, small waves and drifting through some of Colorado’s most beautiful places. No rafting experience or swimming ability is required.
We are a family of passionate adventurers ready to help you and your loved ones enjoy exciting experiences while also keeping you safe. We know the rivers in Colorado like the back of our hands and can help you choose the best course for your beginner white water rafting adventure.
We make recommendations based on a conversation with you about your needs. A beginner raft trip can be designed for young children or older children and adults that still want a splashy good time. Once we have an idea of your group dynamics we take a look at river classification. Class I white water rafting is done on calm, easy moving river sections that are free of obstacles while Class II and III white water rafting bumps it up a notch without compromising the fun for kids or adults. Beginners as young as 7 can also experience some whitewater with one of our Intermediate class III raft trips.
Enjoy the Best Beginner White Water Rafting Trips with KODI Rafting!
When it comes to white water rafting in Colorado for beginners, the local rivers are known to have some of the most user-friendly stretches to choose from. Picturesque canyons, refreshingly cool waters, and welcoming nearby towns, what’s not to love? With KODI Rafting as your guides, you can be sure that the river we choose is going to be perfect for your adventure.
- The Arkansas River is a great choice for some of the best beginner white water rafting trips. Both Big Bend (Class II-III) and Brown’s Canyon National Monument (Class III) offer beginner white water rafting options.
- Prefer a relaxing float trip or have young children? The Upper Colorado River offers a scenic Class II family float with mild rapids, spectacular wildflowers, and sheer granite canyon walls. These trips are widely considered the best white water rafting for beginners, offering information about the area’s history, flora, and fauna to top off your journey.
- Clear Creek is a classic choice for beginner white water rafting in Colorado. Just 30 minutes from Denver, Colorado, this Idaho Springs rafting trip takes you through a historic mining town on a continuous class II – class III Colorado whitewater adventure.
A river rafting trip doesn’t have to be wet and wild to be the hi-light of your vacation. KODI Rafting will help you make the most of every minute you spend on the river! Let us help you plan a memorable experience, and we promise you the best beginner white water rafting trip.
Let’s Book it! Your Beginner White Water Rafting in Colorado Awaits
Whether you got here by searching online for “beginner white water rafting near me” or asking simply asked the locals in Frisco, Buena Vista, Breckenridge, Idaho Springs, or Kremmling, CO, for recommendations, you could not be in better hands!
Call us now or use our online contact form to start planning. Once you experience the best white water rafting for beginners, the Colorado rivers will quickly become your favorite destination. Rafting is an activity that grows with your family, and we promise you’ll be looking forward to your next adventure from the moment you leave the water!
| Trip Name | River | Rapids Class | Min. Age / Weight | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown’s Canyon Half Day | Arkansas River | Class III (Family Friendly) | 6+ yrs / 50 lbs | $99 |
| Clear Creek Beginner | Clear Creek | Class II - III | 5+ yrs / 50 lbs | $79 |
| Blue River Half Day | Blue River | Class III (Family Friendly) | 6+ yrs / 50 lbs | $99 |
| Big Bend Duckie Trip | Arkansas River | Class II | 14+ yrs | $130 |
| Brown’s Canyon Full Day | Arkansas River | Class III (Includes Lunch) | 6+ yrs / 50 lbs | $150 |
| Upper Colorado Half Day | Colorado River | Class II (Scenic Float) | 3+ yrs / 30 lbs | $99 |
| Upper Colorado Full Day | Colorado River | Class I - II | 14+ yrs | $150 |
| Big Bend Half Day | Arkansas River | Class II | 4+ yrs / 30 lbs | $99 |