Group Rafting Trips in Colorado

Group Rafting is the Ultimate Bonding Experience

There’s nothing like an adventure-packed day of group rafting to bring your team, family, or organization closer together. Whether you’re planning a company retreat, church or family outing, or a youth experience with the Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts, a rafting team building experience offers a high-energy way to boost communication, encourage collaboration, and build trust. One of the best places for group rafting is the iconic Royal Gorge, a thrilling stretch of the Arkansas River known for its heart-pounding rapids and dramatic canyon scenery.

Here’s why Echo Canyon is ideal for group rafting trips:

Expert guides with experience leading group rafting and team building outings
Rafting routes suited for all skill levels—from mellow to adrenaline-filled
Custom trip planning for corporate, church, family, or scout groups
Convenient amenities like private meeting space, catering, and nearby lodging

From conquering rapids together to celebrating shared victories, whitewater rafting group trips in Colorado create unforgettable moments of connection, challenge, and growth.

Fun for everyone

Unique experiences for every group

From youth groups to corporate retreats, birthday parties to church outings, we tailor each trip to meet the individual needs of your group.

Perfect for kids and kids-at-heart

Our group trips are great for kids of all ages. Our guides are more than expert rafters, they’re also entertaining storytellers and amazing with kids.

Group White Water Rafting Trips

Royal Gorge Rafting Trip

Experienced and adrenaline-seeking groups paddle as teams through the class III to V rapids of the magnificent Royal Gorge. Available as a half-day or full-day trip.

Bighorn Sheep Canyon Rafting Trip

Our most popular group rafting trip, Bighorn Sheep Canyon caters to first time rafters yet still includes plenty of white water adventure. Available as a half-day or full-day trip.

Battle of the Bighorn Team Building Raft Trip

A crazy, challenging, and hilarious team building trip ideal for larger groups who love a little competition. Available as a half-day raft trip.

Raft-n-Rail® Package

Combine our most popular half day raft trip – Bighorn Sheep Canyon – with a two hour train ride through the Royal Gorge. Available for large or small groups. Click Trip Details to see both train seating options.

Why Echo Canyon Is the Go-To for Group Rafting in Colorado

Plan Your Group Rafting Trip With Ease and Confidence

We know how much planning goes into whitewater rafting group trips, which is why we are here to help every step of the way. Whether you are organizing a rafting team building retreat, a youth group adventure, or a family reunion, we will tailor the group rafting experience to meet your goals.

Need help accommodating dietary restrictions? We will prepare meals that everyone can enjoy. Working with a tight schedule? We regularly coordinate large group rafting trips with set arrival and departure times to keep everything running smoothly.

Our experienced and energetic guides know how to read both the river and the group. They will lead your team through every rapid with confidence, providing fun, education, and safety throughout your group rafting adventure.

Safety is our middle name

Our certified guides are not only focused on making sure you have a great time but also on minimizing risk. We are industry leaders in safety training for group rafting and rafting team building experiences. Every one of our guides has extensive river experience along with First Aid and CPR certification. Also, your group rafting guide will have completed Youth Protection Training to ensure a safe environment for all participants. With far more preparation than what is required in the industry, we are fully committed to keeping you and your group safe during your whitewater rafting group trip in Colorado.

Before every trip, our guides lead a safety talk to make sure your group is fully prepared for anything the river may bring. Our commitment to safety extends to our gear as well. Every piece of equipment is carefully selected for quality, and we use only top-rated, self-bailing rafts to enhance your experience on the water.

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Group Rafting FAQs

What's the best river for group white water rafting in Colorado?

We’ve made our home base on the Arkansas River for a good reason – The Arkansas offers such a wide array of rafting adventure levels so any group will be able to find a trip that is perfect for their team. The Arkansas is also close to Colorado Springs where a LOT of groups spend time, so the proximity to our rafting office at just one hour away, is an easy addition to a group’s itinerary.

How many people can join a group rafting trip?

We can accommodate groups in the hundreds if necessary. More often we see groups in the range of 10 to 75 and our facilities are well equipped to handle such groups with ease. It’s important to note we raft groups, families, couples, and individuals on a daily basis. It’s not uncommon for us to raft 450 guests in a single day. So groups of all size are truly welcome at Echo Canyon, and each group receives the same high quality service they deserve.

Is group white water rafting safe for beginners?

Yes, most group white water rafting trips comprise a number of beginners, or even all beginners! Our staff love showing first time rafters the excitement and joy of floating the river for the first time. We have the most robust and intensive guide training program in the state to focus on the safety of our first time and seasoned rafters alike.

Are You Ready for a Group Rafting Adventure?

Planning an unforgettable whitewater rafting group trip in Colorado? Whether you’re organizing a corporate retreat, youth outing, or family getaway, we offer customizable half-day, full-day, and multi-day group rafting adventures designed to fit your group’s goals and schedule.

After the rapids, keep the momentum going with a full Colorado itinerary. We can help arrange lodging, local attractions, and thrilling extras like ziplining or a scenic ride on the Royal Gorge Route Railroad. Whether you’re after laid-back bonding or high-energy rafting team building, we will design a trip your group will remember for years to come.

Contact our group rafting experts today to start planning your Colorado adventure.