- Wages/Pay
- $62.00 - $90.00 / trip + tips
- Experience Level
- No experience required
- Job Start Date
- Job Starts: May 01, 2026
(No Previous Experience required) As the experts in 'Whitewater Hospitality' American Adventure Expeditions has been providing lifelong memories on Colorado's most popular river for over 30 years! We pride ourselves on safety, professionalism, and excellent customer service. Our goal is to connect with each of our guests and exceed their expectations whenever possible. We're committed to an inclusive company culture where everyone is encouraged to grow individually and as a part of a family-owned organization!
If you are not a certified white water rafting guide but wish to become one, please read the information below about our guide training program, completion of which is required for anyone without previous guiding experience.
This program begins on Monday, May 18, 2026 and lasts for approximately 2 weeks. Our training is second to none and is taught by some of the most experienced and talented guides in all of Colorado. We will give candidates the skills and know-how to perform the job of a white water professional and our program more than doubles the requirements set forth by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. We do this so our new guides are more than prepared to handle any situation that they might encounter as a certified guide.
For more information about our Guide Training Program or employment with American Adventure Expeditions, please check out the links below.
The minimum age to be considered for the guide training program is 19, and more information can be found here.
How to Apply
If you're interested in becoming a whitewater rafting guide for American Adventure Expeditions and are not already a certified river guide please visit the employment page of our website to learn about our guide training program, completion of which is required for anyone without previous guiding experience.
Foreign workers may apply with the proper J-1 Visa paperwork.
For more info visit https://j1visa.state.gov/
Unfortunately, we will not be applying for any H2-B Visas for the 2026 season, but we would consider an extension for a current H2-B visa.
Contact Info
- Casey Harper
- raftinginfo@americanadventure.com
- (970) 903-3266
- www.americanadventure.com
American Adventure Expeditions
As the experts in 'Whitewater Hospitality' American Adventure Expeditions has been providing guided raft trips on Colorado's most popular river for over 30 years! We pride ourselves on safety, professionalism and excellent customer service, and our goal is to connect with each of our guests and exceed their expectations whenever possible.
- Location
- Colorado
- Season
- Summer
- Staff size
- 40
- Housing
- Whether included in the compensation package or provided at a cost, housing is provided for staff.
- Housing details
- Free Housing Options Available!
- Meals
- Some meals / discounts
- Cell phone service
- Yes, most carriers
- Internet access
- Good
