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River RaftingClass III-IVPopular

Full-Day Taos Box Rafting

The Taos Box is a premier one-day whitewater rafting trip featuring challenging Class III–IV rapids and stunning canyon scenery along the Rio Grande. This high-adventure experience combines intense action with the wild beauty of northern New Mexico.

Full Day Class III-IV Ages 6+
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Overview

About This Tour

The “Taos Box,” is the premier one-day wilderness trip on the Rio Grande, and contains the most advanced class IV whitewater in New Mexico.
This 17-mile trip starts just northwest of Taos. We started the day with a float through relatively calm water for a few miles as we enter into the canyon. Downstream are the demanding class III-IV rapids, including Ski Jump, Dead Car, and Powerline Falls. As the gorge narrows the whitewater will increase. We will still have the time to look around at the beauty of northern New Mexico. With the wildlife along the shores keep an eye out for some bighorn Sheep, eagles, and more.

The last two-and-a-half miles are known as the “Rio Bravo,” or wild river, section, this is where we get to enjoy multiple class IV rapids before we catch our breath, ending with Sunset Rapid. This river rafting trip is demanding but unsurpassed in its combination of excitement and wild beauty.

Other Details

  • Sign the digital waiver ASAP for everyone in the group. Look for an email called “DUE NOW ~ Waiver Link ~ Sign TODAY” (this may end up in your junk folder).
  • Please arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled adventure time at
  • Parking is available at our location.
  • Restrooms & changing areas are available
  • For sanitation reasons, shirts must be worn under life jackets aka PFD’s.

Durango Rivertrippers & Adventure Tours

  • For questions please call 505-983-3734

Trip Highlights

  • Class III and IV rapids
  • High adventure
  • Ages 13 and up

What We Provide

  • Safety orientation
  • PFD’s Personal Flotation Device aka Life Jackets, sorry no personal PFD’s allowed
  • Transportation to and from the river
  • River side lunch

What to Expect

Check In

Arrive at meeting point, sign waivers, meet your guide

Safety Briefing

Gear up and learn techniques from your expert guide

Adventure Begins

Launch into the Rio Grande and enjoy the adventure

Wrap Up

Share stories, and dry off

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Taos Box Full Day Rafting — book online today or call us to reserve.

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