Rafters enjoy floating along the Rio Grande River near Taos, New Mexico.

Rio Grande SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding) | Group Experience

Available from March-September

Available from March-September

Half-Day Experiences

From a wild ride to a lazy float down the river, join us for one of the most treasured experiences in the Santa Fe area.

Rio Grande Racecourse | Group Experience

The most popular rafting trip in New Mexico! This is a great morning option during the hot summer months, leaving the afternoon free to return to Bishop's Lodge for an afternoon of exploration, art or relaxing by the pool.

4 hours
Activity Level: Class 2-4 depending on water levels | Mild to Wild

Stand up paddleboarding on the Rio Grande

Rio Grande SUP | Group Experience

This is a half-day trip in the morning which meets at 8:30 am and finishes around noon. This trip takes place on a placid section of the river though the latter part of the National Monument and there is no experience necessary. The minimum age is 12.

4 hours
Activity Level: Class 2-4 depending on water levels | Mild to Wild

Orilla Verde Family Float | Group Experience

This is the perfect trip for everyone in the entire family or those who just feel like a lazy float down the river. It also affords us time to practice paddling techniques, swimming and simply enjoying the Rio Grande. Toward the end of the trip, we will float through the historic village of Pilar before continuing through some fun class II rapids and on to our take-out.

4 hours
Activity Level: Mild, no whitewater

Full-Day Experiences

Forge family bonds and friendships during a day on the water.

Rio Grande Gorge | Group Experience

The most popular full-day trip. Starts at 9:30 am and finishes around 3:30 pm. Plenty of time to visit our local wineries or orchards and fruit stands on the return trip to Santa Fe. The minimum age is 5 at most water levels. Activity Level: Class 2-4 depending upon water levels - Mild to Wild

Taos Box | Group Experience

This is one of the greatest full-day trips in the country. It is water level-dependent and is usually available from mid-May to July. This trip meetsa t 8 am and is usually finished around 3 pm. The minimum age is 13 at most water levels. Activity Level: Class 3-4+ depending on water levels - Mild to Wild

Rock Climbing & Rafting | Group Experience

Starting at 8 am, we spend the morning climibing and rappelling in the National Monument. After our signature fajita lunch, we gear up for an afternoon of rafting down the Racecourse section of the Rio Grande.

4 hours
Activity Leve: Class 2-4+ depending on water levels | Mild to Wild

Middle Taos Box Kayaking | Group Experience

Accessed by a 1-mile long hike down a beautiful trail in the Wild Rivers Recreation Area, guests will find their kayaks waiting at the confluence with the Rio Grande and the Red River. The whitewater on this section is calm with one class III rapid. A wonderful opportunity to see interesting wildlife and visit some riverside archaeological sites. Paddle your own boat on this section with all the necessary training from your guide.

7+ hours
Includes lunch
Activity Level: Class 2-3+ depending on water levels - Mild to Wild

Racecourse | Group Experience

Enjoy a day of fun on the river to challenge the Rio Grande's most popular section of whitewater, The Racecourse

Full Day
Activity Leve: Class 2-4+ depending on water levels - Mild to Wild

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