The Arkansas River in Colorado combines challenging rapids with breathtaking scenery to deliver an unforgettable Colorado whitewater rafting experience. In addition to its more laid-back stretches, such as Bighorn Sheep Canyon and Brown’s Canyon, it’s also home to some of the best continuous whitewater rafting in the country, including the Numbers, Sunshine Falls, Sledgehammer and Boat Eater.
Whether an expert or a novice, a family or a corporate group, a thrill seeker or a first time floater, you’ll find a variety of Colorado whitewater river rafting trips on the Arkansas River perfect for everyone in your family.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Premium Colorado White Water Rafting Trips
Echo Canyon River Expeditions offers many very unique white water rafting trips in Colorado. We offer premium rafting packages for families, adventurers and even the romantics. Check out our variety of premium rafting trips and find the right one for you.
Raft -N- Rail
This Echo Canyon exclusive is fun for the entire family! It consists of a whitewater rafting trip down the
Arkansas River and a train ride aboard the Royal Gorge railroad through the scenic Royal Gorge. Your Colorado white water raft trip is followed by a delicious lunch served on the banks of the river at our private landing. The raft and rail package is an exclusive trip only offered through the partnership of Echo Canyon and the Royal Gorge Route Railroad.
Choose from three exciting options: Coach Class trip, Vista Dome trip or the Wine Express.
Paddle -N- Saddle
On the exclusive Paddle-n-Saddle trip, you will begin your day by Colorado white water rafting nine miles of the Arkansas River through Bighorn Sheep Canyon. Your Colorado white water rafting trip will be followed by lunch on the banks of the river at our private la
nding, after which we provide transportation back to our office where you will prepare for your horseback ride. Next door to our office is Fort Royal Stables, where you will meet your horse and wrangler. Your two-hour horseback ride will take you through the mountains surrounding the Arkansas River Valley, returning you to the stables at about 3:00 p.m. Recommend minimum age 6. Recommended minimum weight 50 lbs.
Drive in your vehicle next door to Fort Royal Stables checking in by 1:00 p.m. for your two hour horseback ride. All rides are guided by a professional wrangler and all skill levels are accommodated. Cantering / running may be allowed on the trip, but the pace will be determined ultimately by your wrangler to ensure your safety. This scenic tour will offer views of the Arkansas River Valley and majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range. You will return to the stables between 3:00-3:30 p.m
Raft -N- Bridge
On the exclusive Raft-n-Bridge trip, you will begin your day Colorado white water rafting nine miles of the Arkansas River through Bighorn Sheep Canyon. Your Colorado white water rafting trip will be followed by lunch on the banks of the river at our private landing, after which we provide transportation back to our office. You are then free to drive to the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park and enjoy a variety of family fun activities at your pace.
Relax at ou
r private river landing after your rafting adventure and enjoy a delicious deli-style sandwich buffet, complete with side salads, fresh fruit, chips and home-made salsa, cookies, and refreshments. After lunch, you will board Echo transportation and a short shuttle will take you back to our river office where photographs of your raft trip will be awaiting you inside our office; be sure to check out who was really paddling! Change out of your river attire, and drive in your vehicle to the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park where you will enjoy at your own pace the many attractions available. Hours of operation for the Royal Gorge Bridge change throughout the summer, but typically you have until around dusk to explore the park. Due to maintenance, weather and other circumstances, certain rides and attractions may not be open to the public without prior notice.
Wine -N- Dine
The Whitewater Wine & Dine combines a world-class Colorado white water rafting experience with fine French cuisine and a night’s stay at two of Cañon City’s finest establishments. Depending on the full-day trip that you choose, you will take a Colorado white water r
afting trip about 20 miles on the Arkansas River near Cañon City. Beautiful scenery abounds in this alpine desert environment, where you may encounter Bighorn Sheep, Red-Tail Hawks, or other native wildlife.
Reservations will have been arranged for you to have dinner at Le Petit Chablis, conveniently located three to four blocks from Jewel of the Canyons, on Highway 50. You will enjoy a delectable three-course French meal complete with soup du jour or house salad, choice of entrées (fresh fish of the day, chicken, pork or beef), desserts of choice, café and a bottle of featured wine selected by the house.
At your leisure, make your way into town to the Jewel of the Canyons Bed and Breakfast, where you will stay the night. The B&B’s owners will welcome you to their “lovingly restored 1890 Queen Anne home” where your delightfully decorated room awaits.
Check out www.RaftEcho.com's variety of premium Colorado white water rafting trips and find the right one for you.
Raft -N- Rail
This Echo Canyon exclusive is fun for the entire family! It consists of a whitewater rafting trip down the
Arkansas River and a train ride aboard the Royal Gorge railroad through the scenic Royal Gorge. Your Colorado white water raft trip is followed by a delicious lunch served on the banks of the river at our private landing. The raft and rail package is an exclusive trip only offered through the partnership of Echo Canyon and the Royal Gorge Route Railroad.Choose from three exciting options: Coach Class trip, Vista Dome trip or the Wine Express.
Paddle -N- Saddle
On the exclusive Paddle-n-Saddle trip, you will begin your day by Colorado white water rafting nine miles of the Arkansas River through Bighorn Sheep Canyon. Your Colorado white water rafting trip will be followed by lunch on the banks of the river at our private la
nding, after which we provide transportation back to our office where you will prepare for your horseback ride. Next door to our office is Fort Royal Stables, where you will meet your horse and wrangler. Your two-hour horseback ride will take you through the mountains surrounding the Arkansas River Valley, returning you to the stables at about 3:00 p.m. Recommend minimum age 6. Recommended minimum weight 50 lbs.Drive in your vehicle next door to Fort Royal Stables checking in by 1:00 p.m. for your two hour horseback ride. All rides are guided by a professional wrangler and all skill levels are accommodated. Cantering / running may be allowed on the trip, but the pace will be determined ultimately by your wrangler to ensure your safety. This scenic tour will offer views of the Arkansas River Valley and majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range. You will return to the stables between 3:00-3:30 p.m
Raft -N- Bridge
On the exclusive Raft-n-Bridge trip, you will begin your day Colorado white water rafting nine miles of the Arkansas River through Bighorn Sheep Canyon. Your Colorado white water rafting trip will be followed by lunch on the banks of the river at our private landing, after which we provide transportation back to our office. You are then free to drive to the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park and enjoy a variety of family fun activities at your pace.
Relax at ou
r private river landing after your rafting adventure and enjoy a delicious deli-style sandwich buffet, complete with side salads, fresh fruit, chips and home-made salsa, cookies, and refreshments. After lunch, you will board Echo transportation and a short shuttle will take you back to our river office where photographs of your raft trip will be awaiting you inside our office; be sure to check out who was really paddling! Change out of your river attire, and drive in your vehicle to the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park where you will enjoy at your own pace the many attractions available. Hours of operation for the Royal Gorge Bridge change throughout the summer, but typically you have until around dusk to explore the park. Due to maintenance, weather and other circumstances, certain rides and attractions may not be open to the public without prior notice.Wine -N- Dine
The Whitewater Wine & Dine combines a world-class Colorado white water rafting experience with fine French cuisine and a night’s stay at two of Cañon City’s finest establishments. Depending on the full-day trip that you choose, you will take a Colorado white water r
afting trip about 20 miles on the Arkansas River near Cañon City. Beautiful scenery abounds in this alpine desert environment, where you may encounter Bighorn Sheep, Red-Tail Hawks, or other native wildlife.Reservations will have been arranged for you to have dinner at Le Petit Chablis, conveniently located three to four blocks from Jewel of the Canyons, on Highway 50. You will enjoy a delectable three-course French meal complete with soup du jour or house salad, choice of entrées (fresh fish of the day, chicken, pork or beef), desserts of choice, café and a bottle of featured wine selected by the house.
At your leisure, make your way into town to the Jewel of the Canyons Bed and Breakfast, where you will stay the night. The B&B’s owners will welcome you to their “lovingly restored 1890 Queen Anne home” where your delightfully decorated room awaits.
Check out www.RaftEcho.com's variety of premium Colorado white water rafting trips and find the right one for you.
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Let's Go Rafting, Colorado!
In this time of economic struggle, economists are telling us that we can't always get what we want. Here at Echo Canyon River Expeditions, we think these economists must not live in Colorado.
As a Colorado resident, you can take your family on an astonishing journey this Summer by taking them Colorado white water rafting. You can plan for just a short half day jaunt, a full day adventure or a multiple day overnight vacation that will leave your family with memories for a long time to come. You could also plan for one of our premium packages such as the Raft -n- Rail or Paddle -n- Saddle to see Colorado from every angle.
Looking for a romantic getaway? Try the Wine -n- Dine all inclusive package in which you and your significant other will raft the Arkansas River, have an exquisite three course french meal and stay in an immaculate Bed and Breakfast in town.
At Echo Canyon, we have a Colorado white water rafting journey for everyone. Whether you're looking for a comfortable family float trip, an extreme Colorado white water rafting adventure or a romantic getaway.
Visit RaftEcho.com today to book the perfect Colorado white water rafting trip for you!
As a Colorado resident, you can take your family on an astonishing journey this Summer by taking them Colorado white water rafting. You can plan for just a short half day jaunt, a full day adventure or a multiple day overnight vacation that will leave your family with memories for a long time to come. You could also plan for one of our premium packages such as the Raft -n- Rail or Paddle -n- Saddle to see Colorado from every angle.
Looking for a romantic getaway? Try the Wine -n- Dine all inclusive package in which you and your significant other will raft the Arkansas River, have an exquisite three course french meal and stay in an immaculate Bed and Breakfast in town.
At Echo Canyon, we have a Colorado white water rafting journey for everyone. Whether you're looking for a comfortable family float trip, an extreme Colorado white water rafting adventure or a romantic getaway.
Visit RaftEcho.com today to book the perfect Colorado white water rafting trip for you!
Monday, June 8, 2009
Colorado White Water Rafting
Colorado white water rafting is one of the most popular and fun vacation activities for families and groups regardless of age or ability. Echo Canyon River Expeditions has been providing mild to exciting half-day or multi-day Colorado white water rafting trips since 1978.
Our most popular trip is spending half a day rafting the Arkansas River through Bighorn Sheep Canyon also known as the Parkdale run. This Colorado white water rafting vacation is perfect for families and first time rafters. Consider this family-friendly vacation idea: spend a half-day rafting on the Arkansas River followed by a freshly prepared lunch then take a scenic train ride on the Royal Gorge railroad on our exclusive Raft and Rail trip. Give us a call, bring the family and … enjoy our guided rafting tours!
Echo Canyon can customize a rafting trip to accommodate you and your family or group - for beginners, intermediate rafters and extreme "bring-on-the-rapids" thrill seekers - with half-day, full-day and multi-day (and some evening) river rafting outings.
Book your Colorado white water rafting trip with Raft Echo today!
Our most popular trip is spending half a day rafting the Arkansas River through Bighorn Sheep Canyon also known as the Parkdale run. This Colorado white water rafting vacation is perfect for families and first time rafters. Consider this family-friendly vacation idea: spend a half-day rafting on the Arkansas River followed by a freshly prepared lunch then take a scenic train ride on the Royal Gorge railroad on our exclusive Raft and Rail trip. Give us a call, bring the family and … enjoy our guided rafting tours!
Echo Canyon can customize a rafting trip to accommodate you and your family or group - for beginners, intermediate rafters and extreme "bring-on-the-rapids" thrill seekers - with half-day, full-day and multi-day (and some evening) river rafting outings.
Book your Colorado white water rafting trip with Raft Echo today!
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Royal Gorge Rafting
Rafting the Royal Gorge is an experience like absolutely no other. Echo Canyon River Expeditions offers not only full and half day Royal Gorge rafting trips, we also offer our Adrenaline Rafts, which is the focus of our blog today.
Echo's adrenaline rafts are smaller and designed to navigate even the most challenging rapids in an aggressive matter. Taking an adrenaline raft Royal Gorge rafting has a maximum group size of four paddlers which results in the most exciting and exclusive experience available. To take an adrenaline raft Royal Gorge rafting, guests must be in very good physical condition, confident swimmers and prepared for a lot of adventure! Royal Gorge Rafting offers the best continuous whitewater in Colorado. While navigating such rapids as Sunshine Falls, Sledgehammer and Boat Eater you will pass beneath the famous Royal Gorge Bridge which stands almost 1100 feet above the surface of the river.
Join us for the most intense and exciting Royal Gorge rafting trip ever!
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Breckenridge Rafting
Breckenridge is one of the and biggest communities in Summit County. There is an assortment of amazing activities all through the year but the most exciting is the Breckenridge Whitewater Rafting in the summer months. It is nestled in the Blue River Valley sandwiched between the serrated peaks of the Ten and the Baldy Mountains.
You will be able to hire the most committed, skilled and enthusiastic outdoor professionals who will guide you through your thrilling Breckenridge Whitewater Rafting trip. This is one adventure that the whole family can enjoy.
At Echo Canyon River Expeditions, we’ve been providing the River’s widest range of Colorado whitewater rafting trips in Colorado since 1978. Whatever you’re looking for – mild to extreme thrills; half-day to multi-day trips; even whitewater rafting trips paired with a raft and rail train ride, horseback ride or an evening of pampered luxury and fine French dining – you’ll find it here. Experience the fun and excitement of Colorado whitewater rafting with Echo Canyon today!
You will be able to hire the most committed, skilled and enthusiastic outdoor professionals who will guide you through your thrilling Breckenridge Whitewater Rafting trip. This is one adventure that the whole family can enjoy.
At Echo Canyon River Expeditions, we’ve been providing the River’s widest range of Colorado whitewater rafting trips in Colorado since 1978. Whatever you’re looking for – mild to extreme thrills; half-day to multi-day trips; even whitewater rafting trips paired with a raft and rail train ride, horseback ride or an evening of pampered luxury and fine French dining – you’ll find it here. Experience the fun and excitement of Colorado whitewater rafting with Echo Canyon today!
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