Overview
4 hours
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Exciting class 4+ whitewater rafting trip. Spectacular Colorado scenery including 1100ft deep gorge and rafting under the world's highest suspension bridge. This is a great trip for adrenaline seeking enthusiasts. The Royal Gorge is one of the premier river trips offered anywhere.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 16 years
Maximum weight not to exceed 300lbs.
Participant must be able to swim.
What To Expect
Raft Trip Meeting Location
Options
Royal Gorge Half Day Trip
Option 1: Class 4-5 advanced whitewater trip
What‘s Included
Professional guide
wetsuits, splash jackets included
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
127 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Low water but still a Great time!
jenniferhV118BO,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This little operator has all the good stuff. Equipment and boats were in great condition, the river guide was super friendly and knowledgeable. We felt safe and well informed. We saw big horned sheep, all the important things were pointed out and explained, the views are so amazing! Don’t hesitate because it’s not a huge commercial company. We would book again. *tip advice* We expected to tip at about 10% but the going rate is closer to 20% or $20-25 a person* *family of 4 *first time on the river My only advice for the operator is take a photo of the boat/family before taking off and air drop it to them, otherwise they have zero photos unless they buy the action shots.
Wowza!
Overlandparker,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00WONDERFUL business from booking to end. Our group had some minor difficulties getting paid n wiavered online (a bit confusing) but they remained steadfastly patient with us every step. Both BV and Royal Gorge river guides were amazing esp Brice at Royal Gorge. Thank you!
Excellent!
G9411NFamys,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was our first time white water rafting and we had an awesome experience! Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Our guide Ben aka Freck made the trip unforgettable and made a nervous mom aka me feel comfortable and confident 😊 Thank you for making our first river experience truly special!
Would rebook!
andreatB74YE,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an awesome time! Water was low, but that just meant a longer ride to enjoy scenery and more technical maneuvering. Brice is an awesome guide! Highly recommend.
Amazing Trip for Our Family of Five
rebeccamS4890UL,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our family had an amazing time on our half-day Royal Gorge trip. The guides were knowledgeable, entertaining, and focused on our safety. Although our family had little experience with white-water rafting, our guide gave clear instructions, and we all felt very safe and had an awesome time. Highly recommend Performance Rafting.
Birthday trip fun
L2581LVandream,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience ! Face your fears
So fun
613ashtonf,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was a little nervous at first, but Chris R. did job guiding us and making it a fun experience!
Highly recommend 10 out of 10 experience
D2990ADkelleym,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We rafted with Performance a few years ago at Brown’s Canyon and had such an amazing time we did it again but this time the Royal Gorge. Just the BEST experience with the entire staff, especially our guides Jeremy and Ashley. The scenery was beautiful throughout the 9 miles and our guides were informative and great teachers. Performance is a smaller operation and we always had top notch personalized service from booking to execution the day of. Highly, highly recommend - 10 out of 10 easy.
Excellent
billbW6764IK,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Bundy can read a river better than most can read a book, very knowledgeable and a cool dude! We’ll be back next year forsure!!
Brice was awesome !
Katie G,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent guides! Brice was awesome and made us all feel comfortable and we all had fun- he even stopped for all of us to take a swim!
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