SUMMARY

Rafting in Colombia is the best thing to do – Warm water, sunshine and pristine jungle!

This epic day trip takes you to the Río Calderas, located 1.5 hours East of Medellin. It’s closer than Guatape, yet much more adventurous and authentic!

Enjoy over 3 hours of exhilarating, intermediate whitewater ( Class 3/4). Paddle though the Jungle and get an incredible perspective on the Colombian back country. Swim in emerald waters, discover unique birds and plant species, and relax on a secluded beach with a gourmet lunch!

Whitewater rafting is a full body physical activity.  You will be paddling actively, raising your heart beat, and potentially swimming in fast moving water!

Contact us for our Colombia Rafting one day trips! Going out daily!

Highlights

  • 3 hours on the best whitewater near Medellin
  • Perfect water temperature for swimming
  • Lunch and snacks on a secluded beach
  • Paddle through pristine jungle & canyons
  • No previous experience needed

BOOK THE TRIP

ITINERARY

  • After breakfast, meet your bilingual professional adventure guide at 10 a.m. our Medellin office (calle 8 #43a – 89, el Poblado, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia) or ask for a private pick up! 
  • Drive 1 ½ hours on the Medellin-Bogota Highway, towards The Rio Calderas
  • Safety talk and river rescue education
  • Raft for 3 hours on fun, adrenaline packed class 3/4 whitewater
  • Relax on a secluded beach for a gourmet lunch, relax, swim
  • Raft through lush canyons and enjoy birds and wildlife sightings
  • Reach the take out and celebrate with a cold drink!
  •  Relax in our luxury vans reach Medellín by 6 pm*

* Return time varies depending on traffic

Meet your professional guides and safety kayaker 8 a.m. at our offices near Poblado (calle 8 #43A – 89, el Poblado,  Medellín). Start a scenic drive for 1 ½ hours towards the east. Arrive to the  and begin a safety talk by the river to learn about hydrology, river hazards, and rescue techniques. Begin an adventurous descent on class 3/4 intermediate, but thrilling whitewater, flowing in a pristine valley. Look for wildlife and enjoy the  chances to swim in the calmer sections. Relaxing on a secluded beach for a freshly prepared traditional lunch. 

The last part of the river is the most exciting, with drops up to 1.5 meters and fun waves to hit! Let our expert guides navigate with you safely the rapids before reaching the take out, where the local “tienda” awaits, packed with cold drinks! 

Our luxury vans and profesional drivers will take you back to Medellin (2 hour drive), you can gaze out of the window to the epic landscape or take a power nap!

CHECKLIST

PRICE & RESERVATION

Group prices start at

548.000 COP/Person

Send us an inquiry for private trips, small groups or custom trips.
Meet us at our base

352.000 COP/Person

For larger groups or those looking to customize your trip, please contact us directly for pricing.

MEET US AT THE RIVER:
If you’d like to enjoy a lower price or find it more convenient to meet us directly at the river, this option is for you! Join us at 11:30 AM at La Piñuela in our Operational office next to El Palacio de los Frijoles. Kilometer 84, Medellín-Bogotá Highway, Cocorná, Antioquia.

A 100% deposit is required 3 days before the trip. For last-minute payment or reservation requests, please contact Expedition Colombia. All payments must be made through our booking platform or via a deposit into our Bancolombia account.

Please note: All prices listed above do not include IVA.

According to the Colombian tax system:

  • Foreigners are exempt from IVA.
  • Colombian residents, citizens, and foreigners living in Colombia for more than 6 months will be charged of the IVA.
  • For companies or agencies, the full IVA will be charged.

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