New Mexico River Rafting
Experience the thrill of New Mexico’s best whitewater experience in Pilar! From legendary 800-foot walls of the Rio Grande Gorge to the wilderness of Rio Chama, we offer expert-led half-day, full-day, and multi-day rafting adventures for every skill level.
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Find Your Perfect River Trip
Whether you’re seeking heart-pounding Class IV rapids or a gentle family float through Orilla Verde, Kokopelli provides the ultimate New Mexico river experience.
- Half Day
- Ages 5+
- Class III (IV in Spring)
- Half Day
- Ages 5+
- Class I-II
- Full Day
- Ages 6+
- Class I-III
- Full Day
- Ages 6+
- Class III-IV
- 3 Days 2 Nights
- Ages 8+
- Class I-III
Our Story
The Spirit of Adventure
At Rivertrippers & Adventure Tours, we have been providing top-rated New Mexico rafting trips for over 30 years. We are a family-owned and operated business that takes pride in providing our guests with safe, memorable, and fun river experiences.
40+
Years Experience
5.0
Star Rating
3,000+
Happy Guests/Year
5
River Adventures
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Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before hitting the river!
Wear clothes that can get wet — synthetic materials work best. Avoid cotton. We provide PFDs (life jackets). For spring trips, be prepared for cold water with quick-dry layers.
Not at all! Our guides will teach you everything. The Rio Grande Float and Racecourse are great for beginners. The Taos Box requires ages 13+ due to Class IV rapids.
Most trips are open to ages 5 and up. The Taos Box requires ages 13+. The Rio Chama multi-day is recommended for ages 8+. The minimum age on the Float section is 3 and up in most conditions.
All trips include a safety orientation, PFDs (life jackets), and transportation to and from the river. Full-day trips include riverside lunch. Multi-day trips include all meals from Day 1 lunch to Day 3 lunch.
Day trips require 72 hours notice for a full refund. Multi-day Rio Chama trips require 14 days notice prior to your start date for a full refund.
Kokopelli Rafting Adventures operates out of Santa Fe, New Mexico. We raft the Rio Grande near Taos and the Rio Chama near Abiquiu. Directions to meeting points are provided in your confirmation email.
Ride The River?
Experience the spectacular beauty of New Mexico whitewater rafting trips near Santa Fe and Taos, New Mexico. Reserve your spot and discover why Kokopelli is a high-rated rafting company!