Echo Canyon River Expeditions

This was a first for several of our kids (ages 11-24) and they all had a great time and wished it had lasted longer! Our guide, Jackson, was a hoot. He made the trip so much fun, yet safe. We had so many in our group that we had to take two rafts and we argued whose guide was the best!!! Outstanding team!

We did the FULL day Bighorn Sheep Canyon with our family (me, husband, 17yo son & 13yo daughter). First time for all of us - my best research/result was reading reviews and deciding to do the FULL day rafting trip. Because other reviews said they wished they did longer for more river time. From the time that we checked in and got the initial briefing (I didn't get his name, but he was EXCELLENT & efficient), to the ladies at the water shoes counter (they were friendly and fun), to our guide - COHEN. He was THE BEST. Not only did he know exactly what/where/how to prepare us, but he was friendly, easy to talk to and perfectly engaging. He talked just enough, he was respectful, he was funny and was well aware of everyone in our boats needs. His fellow guides (from Echo Canyon) AND even ones from other companies that we encountered at "put in," ALL said, "you have THE BEST guide!" We knew it and Cohen alone left us with a trip that we will never forget! We can't wait to go back next summer and will absolutely request a trip led with him again. The waters were perfect for our first time - there were enough spots to cruise and look around and enough rapids that made us feel like real adventurers. We will definitely be back, we will definitely recommend Echo Canyon, and specifically COHEN as their guide. THANK YOU!

WOW!!! Cohen was an amazing guide and as I understand, they’re ALL pretty awesome but we REALLY enjoyed Cohen from his fun stories in between rapids and amazing knowledge of the River and such. It was my 3rd rafting excursion in my life and I literally don’t remember my other guides but don’t think I’ll forget Cohen!! The river is beautiful, amazing scenery and rock formations, and we saw a bighorn sheep and some geese. Truly amazing! Just enough adrenaline to make it super fun but plenty of floating to observe the beautiful surroundings and again Cohen was great with humorous anecdotes, pointing out the rock formations and wildlife.
After the tour, we visited the gift shop with done great souvenirs at reasonable prices and pictures and videos for your ‘forever’ files! Stephanie and Vi were extremely accommodating !!! Book with these guys and unfortunately o didn’t get the handsome bus drivers name but he was funny, ni e, and all about safety!!! Thank you for making our day so amazing. We had every age, shape, and athletic ability and everyone had a blast. Thank you again, to Cohen and the whole Echo Canyon River Expeditions company!!!

We took our company to Colorado for a week of team building and included a full day of white water rafting down the Gorge. This would be my second time on this portion of the Arkansas river and I knew it would be an adventure that everyone would never forget and it didn't fail. Beautiful thing is, they now provide their customers with wet suits, water shoes, and other gear that one might need--these folks are absolutely fantastic at what they do. Lets not forget the great lunch that was provided on the river--it was perfect.

Echo Canyon River Expeditions is a top notch outfit. Tex, our guide, was equally top notch. He knew the river as well as the history that accompanied it, which made for an awesome experience. His patience with us (we're not experts at white water rafting :) as we maneuvered down the river really helped in making it a positive experience too. Tex loves white water rafting and this is why he is so good at it.

At the end of our trip, Echo Canyon River Expeditions 8 Mile restaurant offered up some great food. Absolutely cannot wait to go back! Thanks ECRE for being apart of our team building experience and, thank you Tex for your professionalism and calm demeanor--you made it fun and exciting! We will be back.

Echo Canyon River Expeditions is first class! They made our family rafting experience the highlight of our CO adventure. We did the Bighorn Canyon half day trip which was perfect. The gear provided was first rate and our guide Chris was professional and fun- he kept our raft in control at all times and made our trip down the Arkansas a blast! We had burgers and a beer afterward at their 8 Mile Grill and purchased some fun apparel in their shop. Don't book with any other outfitter! 5 star experience!