Aspen Whitewater Rafting

Aspen Whitewater Rafting: Guided descents on Colorado's rivers

Aspen Whitewater Rafting (AWR) is a locally owned and family-operated company with more than twenty years of activity in Colorado. Its team of guides has accumulated over thirty years of experience navigating the Roaring Fork, Arkansas, and Colorado Rivers, allowing it to offer rafting trips for different skill levels, from calm family floats to more demanding whitewater descents.

Experience and safety on the river

The company presents itself as an operator with high safety standards and personalized service. The guides, described as professionals with specific training, accompany each excursion and adapt the difficulty to the river conditions and the group. The website emphasizes that the team's experience allows participants to navigate with confidence.

Trip catalog

The offering is organized into several categories according to the intensity of the rapids:

• Mild trips (beginner): designed for families with small children, with slow-moving water and predictable Class II rapids.
• Adventurous trips (intermediate): include moderate Class III rapids, the most popular according to the company.
• Wild trips (advanced): for those seeking long, unpredictable Class IV rapids, and even Class V in extreme cases.
• Half-day and full-day trips: alternatives of different durations to suit visitors' availability.
• SUP, inflatable kayak (ducky), and fly fishing: complementary activities that include SUP board rentals, guided SUP trips, use of inflatable kayaks, and fly fishing trips.
• Group and private trips: options designed for organized groups or for those who prefer an exclusive trip.
• Gift cards: available to gift a rafting experience.

Rivers and sections

The trips take place on three rivers: the Roaring Fork, the Arkansas, and the Colorado. Among the most popular sections mentioned on the website are Shoshone, Middle Roaring Fork, as well as inflatable kayak and fly fishing trips. The company also offers the possibility of purchasing photos of the descents, taken on the Roaring Fork, the Arkansas, and the Shoshone section of the Colorado River.

Locations

Aspen Whitewater Rafting operates from two locations: Aspen/Snowmass and Twin Lakes, on the Arkansas River. The main office is located in Aspen, Colorado.

Customer reviews

The page includes numerous testimonials from participants who highlight the professionalism of the guides, the organization from booking to the end of the trip, and the ability to make those new to rafting feel safe. Several comments praise specific guides for their manner and for making the experience fun even for people with no previous experience.

Location and contact

520 East Durant Street #106, Aspen, CO, US · Phone: 970-920-3511 · Email: info@aspenwhitewater.com