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"I came to Colorado with my family and we ranged in age from 8 to 75. We set up a beginner 1/3-day rafting trip. My grandma and my son were both nervous, and you guys really put them at ease. From the gentleman who checked us in to the woman who helped us pick out our t-shirts, we had an all-around amazing time. Our guide was the best. He was very patient with us, helped us, explained everything and made our rafting trip a memory of a lifetime. I cannot compliment your company enough! I only wish we lived closer so we could come rafting with you guys more often."

—Alisha Brown

Advanced Rafting

RIVER	TRIP NAME	CLASS	DIFFICULTY LEVEL	MINIMUM AGE	MEET PLACE	DEPT TIME
Clear Creek	Full day advanced	3/5	Advanced	16	Idaho Springs	9am
Arkansas	Royal Gorge full day	3/5	Advanced	16	Royal Gorge	9:30am

Advanced white water adventures are just what the doctor ordered for those suffering from adrenaline deficiency. These adventures are just the thing for aggressive paddlers looking to take their whitewater experience to the next level. Advanced white water rafting is for people who are comfortable around water and looking for a challenge.

In order to truly feel comfortable in advanced whitewater, you need to have some physical conditioning, aggressiveness, mental awareness and the size and strength to perform a self-rescue if needed. The choice is yours and if you’re up to the challenge, aggressive whitewater can be exhilarating and very rewarding. For the most aggressive white water (high water) consider booking adventures between mid-May and late June.

The best thing about running rivers in Colorado is the wide variety of difficulty levels. White water rafting in Colorado has something for everyone, from four-year-old children to experienced whitewater enthusiasts. When choosing a whitewater raft trip you should always keep in mind the ability of every member of your group. It is a good idea to choose an adventure that is geared to the person with the lowest ability level. Remember, every river adventure is fun, even the most mellow experiences.

Rafting rivers is more then just crazy whitewater and extreme excitement. It is the total experience that creates the memories of a lifetime. A positive Colorado white water rafting experience can include excitement as well as wildlife, beautiful views, rich history told by knowledgeable guides and enjoying a comfortable experience with friends and family.

However, Mother Nature did not take into consideration the “perfect whitewater rafting adventure” millions of years ago when she formed the rivers of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Keeping this in mind, it might be necessary to adjust your expectations in order to accommodate everyone’s comfort levels.

Advanced rafting on Clear Creek near Denver

Because difficulty levels for Colorado whitewater rafting adventures can vary depending on water levels and/or weather conditions, you will sometimes see two different ratings for an adventure. The rating will often increase (get more difficult) early season during peak water flows; this can be due to high water levels and/or cooler weather conditions.

High water season can be the best time to raft if you are looking for big adventure. Remember to consider the group's comfort levels when deciding on a difficulty level for your adventure. For more detailed information about water levels and weather conditions you can contact our knowledgeable reservations staff at 800-997-3448.

Clear Creek rafting advanced section Minimum ages are also available to help you find your comfort level. Our minimum ages are not mandatory, they are a guide for you to use when making a decision about the adventure you are choosing.

Factors that go into minimum ages include, but are not limited to a person’s height, weight, physical ability, mental ability and maturity levels. These factors, along with years of experience taking thousand of guest rafting, have gone into setting minimum ages. We reserve the right to refuse service based on a person’s age or ability level. Minimum ages can change based on weather and water conditions.

Beginner = first timers, young children	Intermediate = aggressive first timers, teens
Advanced = experienced paddlers looking for an adventure	Expert = very experienced paddlers only
RIVER/RAPIDS CLASS RATING SYSTEM This is strictly a subjective scale. You can characterize a rapid by class or give a general class to a whole river even though it has several different classes of rapids within it. The class of a rapid or river can change at different water levels. The temperature of the water, the air temperature, the remoteness of the river, and the difficulty of a rescue can all influence the rapid's class. Class I - Easy. Small riffles. No significant waves or obstacles. Class II - Novice. Moderate rapids with regular waves, small drops, clear passages and wide channels. Occasional maneuvering may be required. Class III - Intermediate. Moderately difficult rapids with larger irregular waves, often narrow channels. Complex maneuvering to avoid obstacles required. Class IV - Advanced. Intense, powerful rapids requiring precise maneuvering in fast, turbulent water. Complex channels with many significant obstacles to be avoided. Class V - Expert. Extremely long violent or obstructed rapids, often following each other almost without interruption. Drops may have large, unavoidable waves and holes or steep, congested chutes with difficult routes. Steep gradient. Class VI - unrunnable Classifications of river sections may change due to water levels. For help in choosing a trip or any questions you might have please, call 1-800-997-3448 and our office personnel will be happy to assist you in putting together a successful river experience. Or, e-mail us.