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Rafting the Rio Grande in Texas 2025

Check out this unforgettable rafting experience through the stunning varied lanscape of Texas. You can't imagine a more exciting vacation!

Best time: March–May

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If you are looking for a real thrill and excitement, this activity is for you. The Rio Grande river has various sections, from calm floating to roller coaster rapids. The landscape changes a lot along the way as well, from open fields to high-walled narrow canyons and desert scenery with incredible wilderness.

In spring the banks of the Rio Grande are covered with colourful wildflowers. You can choose to have a one-day float trip or try yourself during multi-day river rafting vacations. The Rio Grande is the ideal river for rafting during fall, winter, and spring ​when it is not too hot. The peak of the rafting season is during spring brea​k in March. ​

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