Half-day Racecourse

<p>Our most popular half-day raft trip. You will be with us for a total of aproximatley 3 hours. Aproximatley 2 hours of that is on Class 2 and 3 rapids, The higher the water the faster the adventure. High water is like a rollercoaster ride of whitewater thrills. Lower water is more like a wet bumper car ride. A perfect family adventure at most water levels, the Racecourse is a suitable whitewater raft trip for first-time rafters. At super-high levels, the last rapid of the Racecourse is one of the biggest on the Rio Grande! That doesn't happen every year, and when it does we move younger children to the Orilla&nbsp;Verde section.<br /><br /><strong>Funyak it!</strong>&nbsp;For extra thrills at low and medium water levels, paddle your own inflatable one-person or two-person miniature raft. Perfect for those seeking more excitment and adventure. Follow an experienced guide who will show you the way. You will get a comprehensive lesson at the beginning of the trip, and you will amaze yourself at the skill with which you learn to negotiate the whitewater.&nbsp;<strong>No extra charge.</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>WHITEWATER RATING:</strong>&nbsp;Class 3 (4 in high water)</p> <p><strong>RECOMMENDED MINIMUM AGE:</strong>&nbsp;6&nbsp; &nbsp;(10 to 12 in high water, 14 to 16 in super-high water)<br /><br /><strong>MEET: 9:30 or 1:30&nbsp;</strong>Be ready to step onto our shuttle. Stop by the <strong>Pilar Yacht Club</strong> first to make shure paper work is completed then park your vehicle across the street at the <strong>RIO GRANDE&nbsp; GORGE</strong> <strong>VISITOR CENTER</strong> (Hwy 68 in Pilar, between mile markers 28 and 29 - do not put this into GPS, it might take you 30 miles in the wrong direction!). Return to your vehicle 12-12.30 p.m. or 4-4.30 p.m.</p> <p><strong>SEASON:</strong>&nbsp;March to November. (Los Rios rafts earlier and later than any other company.) High water usually late May/early June. Low water has steep, bouldery drops and is more technically challenging. Available 7 days a week.</p> <p><strong>WE PROVIDE:</strong>&nbsp;All rafting and safety equipment including life-jacket, helmet if desired, waterproof jacket and pants, transportation to and from meeting place. A hearty snack is served. Wetsuit rental $10. Neoprene booties rental $5.</p> <p><strong>PRICE:</strong> $65 per adult, $55 per child 12 and under. Does not include tax and federal user fee.</p>