Exceeding Expectaions for 18 years!

No trip to Colorado is complete without experiencing the thrill of a whitewater rafting trip on the most popular river for rafting in Colorado – the Arkansas river. Whitewater Adventure Outfitters is located one mile west of Canon City, Colorado, in the spectacular Royal Gorge region. Our seasoned guide staff is among the most experienced in the country, and is the reason we continue to boast of an outstanding safety record. Many of our guides can work at any rafting company they choose, at top dollar. They choose to work at WAO.

Safety First!

At WAO your comfort level and safety are paramount to our dedicated staff. Our commitment to safety and excellence and reputation in the industry is simply second to none. Not only have we been in business for a very long time, our ownership and management team has not changed since our very first day.

Something for Everyone

We offer a rafting experience that is suitable for first timers and families with children as well as more advanced trips for the experienced enthusiast. Choose from our “Splash & Dash” which is a very short beginner level trip, ½ day trips, full day trips, or one of our overnight adventures. Check out our specials page for great deals and our packages page for fun combos including the rafting and train ride through the Royal Gorge package. The Royal Gorge region offers all the best of Colorado including the world famous Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, the Royal Gorge Route scenic train, camping, fishing, rock climbing, hiking, biking and so much scenery it’ll take your breath away. Our area of Colorado is truly a family vacation paradise!

WAO is just 1 hour southwest of Colorado Springs, 2 hours from Denver or Breckenridge and 45 minutes west of Pueblo. See our map and driving directions.