Medellín River Float Rafting

Medellín River Float Rafting

The most fun and easy rafting day trip near Medellín, perfect for families, first-timers and groups of friends.

Medellín

Discover the most beautiful river valley of Antioquia in half a day

Starting
from
$281.000 COPPerson

Tour Duration

11:30 AM-3:00 PM

1 day

Fitness level

Easy & fun rapids

A playful and relaxed rafting experience, ideal for first-timers

Adventure for all

A complete river experience with rafting, jungle swimming & floating

What's Included?

Traditional meal

Enjoy Antioquia's traditional fiambre, an iconic zero-waste packed lunch

World-Class Guides

Passionate and knowledgeable expert river guides - certified

Safety briefing

Key paddling and safety skills professionally explained to beginners

Trusted & Certified

15 years operating: The region's only government-certified rafting company

Swimming stops

Jump in & float in the Santo Domingo’s natural pools along the way

Purpose-driven

Protecting the last free-flowing river of Antioquia is at the core of our goal

River Paradise! The best half day family adventure in Antioquia

A playful river experience with just the right amount of excitement, combining easy rapids, swim moments, a delicious picnic and some of the most striking scenery near Medellín.

Daily group departures

Starting from $281.000 COP / person

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What It's Like...


Key Information

• Meet us at 11:30 AM directly at our operational base in Cocorná or book an extra private transport from Medellín.
• 20min 4x4 ride to the start point of the adventure.
• River safety briefing to teach you all the safety measures.
• Raft down the Rio Santo Domingo on class II/III whitewater.
• Several rafting breaks are made for swimming, relaxing and floating in the natural pools.
• Learn about the rare biodiversity and the fascinating history of the river.
• Enjoy a traditional lunch on a riverside beach by the river.
• Finish and relax on the 20min ride back to our base in Cocorná.
• End of the activity at around 3:00 PM.


Start-point



The tour starts here at our operational base in Cocorná. Near the restaurant the Palacio de los Frijoles on the Medellín-Bogotá highway. It’s easy to get there by public transport from Medellín or come in your own vehicle (free parking available).

If you're staying in Medellín, optional transport can be added at checkout, including pickup from Hostel Masaya or other locations. If you wish to organise private transport from another location please get in touch


What is the food like ?


For lunch, you will enjoy a typical Colombian meal: the Antioquian fiambre! A traditional packed meal from Antioquia, wrapped in banana leaves and made for days out in nature. Our fiambres are delicious homemade meals made by the local communities with fresh ingredients usually including rice, veggies, plantain, egg and meat. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and allergy-friendly options are available, just message us!


Rafting runs all year round thanks to Antioquia's warm tropical climate. Expect hot and sunny days with temperatures ranging from 24 °C to 30 °C, but rain is always possible. The river stays at a perfect temperature for swimming all year so you will definitely be tempted to jump in more than once.

Keep in mind rafting is a weather-dependent activity and may need to be adjusted based on climate conditions.


• Guided rafting descent
• Experienced and certified professional bilingual raft guides
• Professional safety kayaker
• Full rafting equipment
• Round-trip transport between our Cocorná operational base and the river (Medellín transport not included)
• Lunch (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary options available upon request)
Medical assistance policy


• Transportation from Medellín to Cocorná (can be booked as an extra during checkout)
• Guide tips
• Personal clothing, shoes
• Personal expenses
• Gopro photo package (can be booked as an extra during checkout)


What do I need to bring ?


• Passport for internationals or national ID for Colombian citizens (physical documents required)
• Closed-toe shoes that can get wet and with a good grip (no flip-flops/crocs/sandals)
• Comfortable lightweight quickdry shorts or pants
• Comfortable lightweight long-sleeve shirt or t-shirt
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Water bottle
• Cap or hat
• Quick-dry towel
• Dry change of clothes and shoes for after the activity


Make it more...

Flexible dietary options

Let us know if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options can be arranged upon request.

Extend the adventure

Make it tasty with a chocolate farm visit! Extend the day and discover the full chocolate-making process.

Private transportation

Optional transportation from Hostel Masaya Medellín to our operational office in Cocorná. The pickup location can be changed upon request and at an additional cost, depending on the location.

Photo & Video Package

Add a social media package for more hype. Raw Gopro content taken by your guides.

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Daily group departures

Starting from $281.000 COP / person

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