How to Plan a White Water Rafting Trip in Telluride, Colorado

White water rafting is an extremely fun and exciting way to see the mountain scenery near Telluride, Colorado. Especially during the summer months with a group of friends. Finding a tour guide can be quick and easy, but these tips will help you with the process.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• Life jacket (this should be supplied by the guide.)
• Camera
• Water, or drinks, and some light snacks.

1. Visit the Telluride Visitor Guide website (see link below in Resources) to obtain phone numbers for tour guides and get almost any information you want concerning Telluride, Colorado.
2. Shop around. There are numerous businesses in the Telluride area that offer white water rafting trips. Also consider getting a group of friends to go. Many rafting companies offer group rates.
3. Learn some basic techniques for white water rafting. The tour guides will give you some basic information, but it is always good to have some prior knowledge.
4. Choose the type of trip you want. Do you want a relaxed trip down a calm river? Or do you want an adrenaline filled flight down a rough and dangerous river? All rivers have ratings.
5. Book your trip. Having a reservation with your white water rafting guide ahead of time ensures you get to enjoy your trip down the river.

Tips & Warnings

• Be prepared for the weather in the high altitudes of Colorado. Just because it is the middle of the summer does not mean it will be hot. It can get cold at night in the mountains.
• See the other sights Telluride has to offer. The surrounding landscape and waterfalls are wonderful.
• Tip your personal guide before the trip. The guides are extremely knowledgeable about the area and can make your trip much better.
• Be careful! The tour guide companies all boast terrific safety records, but white water rafting can still be very dangerous.