What's so great about Echo Canyon?

Good question! Not all rafting companies are the same; you've already figured that out. Luckily, we have some pretty good competition which pushes us to be even better. So what do we have going for us?

Our Raft Guides Shower!

They actually do, and on a fairly regular basis (maybe not everyday, but let's not get crazy). All humor aside, we look for guides who will represent us well and give you the best rafting experience possible. We have the most comprehensive guide training program in the state. We also screen our guide applicants heavily; last year we took in about 180 applications and hired only a dozen of those applicants. Our guides must also increase their wilderness medical certifications before advancing to Trip Leader and Class IV guiding positions. So no matter what trip you're on, we have staff with lots of medical knowledge just in case the unexpected happens out there on the river.

Our Office Staff know Everything about Everything!

Or, if they don't know the answer they'll make something up that sounds good! Most of our reservationists live right around here. So they're happy to take calls and help you figure out what else is fun to do in the area for your family or group. We'll also tell you the most scenic ways to get there, what roads to avoid, and if there are any top secret discounts to save you some bucks. They'll look up the weather forecast for the day you plan to raft, give you the inside scoop on the current river conditions and you'll probably ask for that same reservationist the next time you call. You've got a friend with our reservationists. Oh, and they know lots about our raft trips, too!

Our Equipment doesn't Stink!

You'd be surprised, but one of the most common complaints we hear from our guests who have rafted elsewhere is, "My life jacket smelled like B.O." Gross. We have a gear washing and replacement program set up to make sure our life jackets, wetsuits, river shoes and everything else is washed and deodorized so you can inhale the fresh Colorado air and not the funky smells of your gear. We have an on-site commercial washing machine for wetsuit gear, and get this, our owner actually routinely walks out to where we store the wetsuit shoes and sticks his nose inside to make sure our staff is cleaning them on schedule. I don't even put my nose in my own shoes, but you've got to respect that dedication to providing top notch gear.

Those are some of the reasons we think you'll like us. We can always do better and we'll continue to pursue that elusive 'Perfect Raft Company in the Galaxy Award'. Until then, we'll listen to your comments and suggestions; feel free to always tell us what we need to be doing better!