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Departure Time: 10:00 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
trips meet 30 minutes prior to departure - Class Type: IV - V
- River: Arkansas River
- Minimum Age: 16
Lots of continuous whitewater and thundering rapids, including Sunshine Falls, Sledgehammer, Wall Slammer and many others make this one of the most exhilarating half day trips offered anywhere. The river winds beneath the Royal Gorge bridge providing spectacular scenery and an action-packed ride you won't forget!
FAQ for the Royal Gorge Half Day
The Royal Gorge section is a class 4+ section through an 1100' deep Gorge that goes beneath the world's highest suspension bridge
Can I bring my child on this trip?
Recommended minimum age is 16. The minimum age will vary with conditions. We will adjust the ages downward to 14 years old with lower flow rates.
When and where do we meet?
The 9:30 a.m. trip meets at 9:00 a.m. at our Royal Gorge office. The 1:00 p.m. trip meets at 12:30 p.m. at our Royal Gorge office.
Once you have arrived at the office that your trip departs from, Performance Tours will provide all shuttles. We have ample parking at all of our offices.
Need to know more? What about lifejackets, lunches, equipment you can bring and equipment you'll need? Our FAQ page has all the answers you need.
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