{"id":125,"date":"2020-12-13T04:20:09","date_gmt":"2020-12-13T04:20:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wp.newmexicoriveradventures.com\/product\/sunset-gourmet-float\/"},"modified":"2025-12-02T17:00:09","modified_gmt":"2025-12-02T17:00:09","slug":"sunset-gourmet-float","status":"publish","type":"trip","link":"https:\/\/www.newmexicoriveradventures.com\/sunset-gourmet-float\/","title":{"rendered":"New Mexico Sunset Dinner Float"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bgForm insidebgForm insidebgFormToFix&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text][trip_acf_data][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;contentArea&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"no-autop\">[about_the_trip_title][about_the_trip_content]<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion active_section=&#8221;10&#8243; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Trip Highlights&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;trip-highlights&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gorgeous scenery for the whole family to enjoy<\/li>\n<li>Riverside, delicious dinner prepared at the finishing point<\/li>\n<li>Mellow stretch of river suited for all ages<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newmexicoriveradventures.com\/team\/\">World class guides<\/a> offering thorough information about the history and nature of the area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Where to Meet&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;trip-details&#8221;][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=&#8221;trip-rio-widget&#8221;][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Frequently asked questions&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;frequently-asked-questions&#8221;][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=&#8221;trip-faq-rafting-widget&#8221;][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;REVIEWS&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;reviews&#8221;][vc_raw_html]JTVCd3ByZXZwcm9fdXNldGVtcGxhdGUlMjB0aWQlM0QlMjIxJTIyJTVE[\/vc_raw_html][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"no-autop\">[what_to_expect_title][what_to_expect_content]<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]How about gourmet meals waiting for you along the side of the river as the sun sets? We have just the trip for you!<\/p>\n<h4>Where the Sunset Dinner Float Begins<\/h4>\n<p>For years now, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newmexicoriveradventures.com\/\">New Mexico River Adventures<\/a> has set the standard for new and exciting trips and itineraries in Northern New Mexico. We are also known for taking standard trips and making them amazing. Our Sunset Dinner Float is no different. It is a spectacular twist to the standard half-day river trip. Great for all types of groups including families, friends, and couples alike. The trip starts at our Headquarters at 3:30 pm. Here we will outfit you with all of the necessary equipment needed for your river trip. Don\u2019t worry if you forgot any necessary items for the trip, we\u2019ve got you covered in our outfitter store. After you\u2019ve received and properly fit your river gear, we\u2019ll cover a detailed safety orientation in the comfort of our Headquarters porch.<\/p>\n<h4>The Float<\/h4>\n<p>It\u2019s off to the river where we\u2019ll begin a 2-hour float through the magnificent Rio Grande del Norte National Monument. Your river trip starts with a placid float through one of the most scenic parts of the canyon with great opportunities to see a variety of wildlife including mule deer, river otter, beaver and many different birds of prey. This section of the river, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newmexicoriveradventures.com\/orilla-verde-float\/\">known as the Orilla Verde<\/a>, affords us time to practice paddling techniques, go swimming or simply enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Rio Grande. The vast majority of our guests like to participate and paddle along (with the guide in the back of the boat giving paddling commands). You may also choose to sit back and let the guide do the work on an oar boat. For the adrenaline junkies, ask about an inflatable kayak at no extra charge.<\/p>\n<h4>The Dinner<\/h4>\n<p>After close to 4 miles on the river, we will begin to notice some amazing smells coming from the shore. It could be coming from a hot dutch oven or a glowing grill with a variety of mouth-watering entrees cooking to perfection. Your guide will secure the boat to shore as you take off your life jacket and treat yourself to appetizers prepared for you by our cooks who have been awaiting your arrival on the banks of the Rio Grande. Grab a seat or wade out in the river as the finishing touches are put on an amazing meal. As the light just gets better, so does the food, ending with a freshly baked dessert right out of a traditional dutch oven.<\/p>\n<h4>The End<\/h4>\n<p>After the meal and a little relaxing by the river, we\u2019ll board our van and take the short drive back to our Headquarters somewhere around 7 pm where your vehicle will be waiting. 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