Overnight Trips in Colorado & Arizona
MULTI-DAY RAFTING
TRIPS
About WILDERNESS AWARE'S Multi-Day Rafting Trips
Launch into a wilderness adventure with Wilderness Aware Rafting’s specialized trips, available from March to September.
Whether navigating the Dolores River, Gunnison River, Upper Colorado River, North Platte River, or Salt River, each journey promises a unique encounter with nature. As you raft through canyons, gorges, and rapids, immerse yourself in the diverse ecosystems of Colorado and Arizona. From towering cliffs to desert landscapes, these trips offer breathtaking scenery and unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities. Keep your eyes peeled for bald eagles, bighorn sheep, and elusive desert creatures as you explore the untamed beauty of these rivers.
With experienced guides leading the way, prepare for an unforgettable wilderness experience that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime. For information about trips on the Arkansas, visit our Arkansas River rafting page.
- We Run Trips on 6 Unique Rivers in Colorado & Arizona.
- Trips Available From Approximately March to September
- We're the Industry Leader in Multi-Day Trips and Offer Trips Ranging From 2-10 Days
- Our Specialty Trips Start at Ages 10+ With Options for All Experience Levels
- We Provide All Necessary Rafting Gear and Meals
- Reference Each Trip Page for Specific Trip Availability Dates
Overnight on the Arkansas
Camp riverside on the Arkansas, sleep in mountain inns on the Inn-to-Inn, or run The Numbers and the Royal Gorge back to back on the 2-Day Extreme.
Experience Colorado’s wilderness
- Ages 8+
- 2-Day, 3-Day & 5-Day Options
- Buena Vista, CO
Our Luxury Colorado Rafting Trip
- Ages 10+
- 2-Day, 3-Day & 4-Day Options
- Buena Vista, CO
Our most advanced white water trip
- Ages 14+
- 2-Day Trip
- Buena Vista, CO
Exploring Colorado & Arizona's TOP Rivers
The Arkansas River offers a bucket-list Colorado rafting adventure, with expert guides, riverside camping, delicious meals, and thrilling whitewater over 2–5 days.”
The Gunnison River journeys provide an opportunity to explore the breathtaking Black Canyon, renowned for its dramatic cliffs and challenging whitewater.
For adrenaline-seekers, the North Platte River through Northgate Canyon promises exhilarating rapids set amidst pristine wilderness in Colorado.
The Dolores River trips offer adventurers a chance to navigate through stunning canyons and rapids, immersing themselves in the rugged beauty of southwestern Colorado.
The Upper Colorado River Pumphouse section offers a more relaxed yet scenic rafting experience, perfect for families or those seeking a milder adventure.
Finally, the Salt River in Arizona is a springtime river that presents an unforgettable rafting experience, with its challenging rapids and breathtaking desert landscapes.
BROWSE COLORADO OFFERINGS BY TRIP
One of the longest trips in America!
- Ages 10+
- 10-Days
- Cortez, CO
A thrilling 2-day adventure
- Ages 10+
- 2-Days
- Delta, CO
Rafting through Northgate Canyon
- Ages 10+
- 2-Days
- Walden, CO
The Ultimate Dolores River Odyssey
- Ages 10+
- 6-Days
- Cortez, CO
Towering Canyons & Expert Guidance
- Ages 10+
- 3-Days
- Cortez, CO
Our Exclusive 3-Day Rafting Adventure
- Ages 10+
- 3-Days
- Cortez, CO
GET A TASTE FOR THE Salt River
- Ages 8+
- Half-Day
- Globe, AZ
The Best Way To Experience The Salt River
- Ages 8-10+
- 2-Day, 3-Day, 4-Day & 5-Day Options
- Globe, AZ
OUR MOST POPULAR SALT RIVER TRIP
- Ages 8+
- Full-Day
- Globe, AZ
PREPARE FOR YOUR TRIP
Everything you need before you hit the river — in one place. Sign your waiver online before you arrive, download packing lists so nothing gets forgotten, check departure directions for your specific trip, and browse river maps to get familiar with the water you’ll be on. The more prepared you are, the more fun you’ll have.
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Choose from a variety of Colorado rivers, day trips, and multi-day trips to find just the right option for you and your crew. Better hustle, because they’re booking up quick!
