Extreme Colorado white water rafting on the Arkansas River in Buena Vista is for experienced rafters or adventurous beginners in good physical condition. The Numbers sections offers some of the most technical white water rafting in Colorado. Be prepared for a full body workout as your professional river guide directs your group through each back to back rapid. Enjoy scenic views of the 14,000 foot Collegiate Peaks and cottonwood lined riverbanks between paddle strokes
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional river guide
Transportation to and from the river
National Park fees
Use of helmet, personal flotation devices and necessary river equipment
Lunch on full-day trips only
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
High water/ cool weather river gear (wetsuits, splash jackets, and river shoes)
Meeting Points
Departure
12600 US Hwy 24/285
Check-in time is 1 hour prior to your booking time.
Located in central Colorado 2 miles south of Buena Vista, in the small town of Johnson Village on the east side of the Arkansas River. Our location is near most resort towns including Keystone, Vail and Breckenridge, and 2.5 hours from Denver.
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Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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Minimum age is 14 years (increases at high water during late May and early June)
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Section may close during high water (late May through early June)
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Vegetarian and gluten free options available, please advise at time of booking if required
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Extreme Colorado white water rafting on the Arkansas River in Buena Vista is for experienced rafters or adventurous beginners in good physical condition. The Numbers sections offers some of the most technical white water rafting in Colorado. Be prepared for a full body workout as your professional river guide directs your group through each back to back rapid. Enjoy scenic views of the 14,000 foot Collegiate Peaks and cottonwood lined riverbanks between paddle strokes
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional river guide
Transportation to and from the river
National Park fees
Use of helmet, personal flotation devices and necessary river equipment
Lunch on full-day trips only
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
High water/ cool weather river gear (wetsuits, splash jackets, and river shoes)
Meeting Points
Departure
12600 US Hwy 24/285
Check-in time is 1 hour prior to your booking time.
Located in central Colorado 2 miles south of Buena Vista, in the small town of Johnson Village on the east side of the Arkansas River. Our location is near most resort towns including Keystone, Vail and Breckenridge, and 2.5 hours from Denver.
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Itinerary
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Arkansas River
The most popular whitewater rafting river in Colorado.
5 hours
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Wilderness Aware Rafting
Meet at our riverside headquarters located just 2 miles South of Buena Vista, Colorado 30-45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. Upon arrival our helpful staff will direct you on how to prepare for the day and will make recommendations about rental gear (wetsuits, splash jackets and river shoes) based on weather/ water conditions.
After getting changed into your river clothes and receiving a comprehensive safety orientation, we will transport you about 15 minutes to the river put-in location.
After paddling through 6 miles of the heart pumping rapids of the Numbers section you will either end your half-day trip and return to our office, or if you are doing the full-day trip you will enjoy a riverside lunch. The full-day trip then continues into the technical class III-IV Narrows section and ends at our office take-out. Don't forget to view your photos before saying good bye to your guide!
