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Since 1983
Big River Raft Trips has been providing beautiful and exciting all day and half day white water river trips on the Rio Grande. We offer quiet picnics, scenic floats, and spine tingling rapids.
Big River Raft Trips is a full service outfitter, and we supply everything. We offer personal attention and customer service. You just sit back, relax, and enjoy yourself. Big River knows how important your vacation is. And we want to help make it as much fun as possible.
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Rock Climbing Adventures
New Mexico and more specifically Taos County, has some of the best rock climbing in the state. From the scenic desert to the breath-taking mountain vistas, our professional and experienced rock climbing guides will lead you through your New Mexico rock climbing adventure safely and securely. Our guides and rock climbing instructors are chosen for their experience and skill levels. Ask about our guided hiking adventures through the beautiful canyons of Taos, New Mexico.
For the ultimate Taos, New Mexico adventure trip vacation, spend the morning rappelling and experience the vertical world of rock climbing then head out and take a refreshing raft trip down the Rio Grande River.
Beginner Rock Climbing
No experience necessary. Ages 7 to 80. General introduction to technique and procedure. Hands on instruction includes: climbing communication, safety procedures and moving on the rock. The first time climbers will be introduced to varying degrees of height and difficulty, gradually. You will be introduced to basic knots, belay and rappel techniques. This course is designed to be a fun and accessible climbing adventure for everyone.
Intermediate Rock Climbing
For rock climbers with previous experience but still limited skills. We will review of the basic knots, rope handling and safety procedures. The Rock Climbs are easy to moderate in difficulty. Emphasis is on improving climbing technique. We can help you make the transition from the indoor climbing wall to the rock face with ease.
Advanced Rock Climbing
For confident, experienced rock climbers ready for a more difficult challenge. This includes multipitch climbs of increasing difficulty. Instruction in leading with a top rope belay. Tips on rope handling and sport climbing techniques will be covered in this climbing adventure.
Santa Fe Rafting FAQ
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The most popular white water rafting near Santa Fe is located on the Rio Grande, specifically the Racecourse and the Taos Box sections. Big River Raft Trips offers daily departures for these sections, providing a mix of thrilling Class III rapids and scenic floats just a short drive from downtown Santa Fe.
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We are located approximately 50 minutes north of Santa Fe. Our meeting spots provide easy access to the best stretches of the Rio Grande, making us a top choice for travelers staying in Santa Fe looking for a half-day or full-day river adventure.
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Yes! Our Rio Grande Racecourse trip is perfect for families and beginners. It features fun, bouncy rapids and stunning canyon scenery, suitable for ages 5 and up, and is the most accessible rafting trip for visitors staying in the Santa Fe area.
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Booked the race course trip. Had a blast. Our guide, Chris, was knowledgeable and witty. Class III rapids were fun for all, including for beginners. Everything was well organized and trouble free from booking to drop off. Use these guys, they are great.
– Richard R. | TripAdvisor
We made reservations online 2 days out. Then Billy called and we refined our arrangements. My wife and I got funyaks and we just loved them. The rest of our party enjoyed a small raft with Paris. I'd recommend this company. The were professional and communicated well.
– Gary N. | Google Reviews
We took the rafting trip down the Racecourse section of the Rio Grande and had a blast. Our guide Billy was pleasant, informative, and great at maneuvering through the rapids. It was a wonderful day and we would highly recommend it to anyone!
– Katy L. | TripAdvisor
Our guide was was amazing, knowledgeable, professional, and made the trip fun! We would recommend this rafting company to anyone! We also had the lunch after our rafting trip it was so good!! They made us feel so welcome! Definitely a 5 star!!
– Chelsea C. | Google Reviews