Family Friendly & Beginner Rafting Trips

Bring the whole family out, our Colorado family rafting trips are great for all ages and ability levels from 4 to 94!

The Family Float is our mildest trip with small splashy rapids and scenic views. Browns Canyon National Monument is our most popular trip for ages 7 and up. It has a great mix of fun whitewater rapids and calmer scenic sections. Feel free to give us a call if you need help choosing the trip right for your group.

Family Friendly / Beginner Rafting Trips

2023-06-16T22:20:37+00:00

Browns Canyon Half Day National Monument

Browns Canyon is the most popular white water rafting destination in the country! This section is great for all ages and ability levels. Bring the whole family for a half day of exciting class III+ rapids, surrounded by unforgettable mountain views.

2022-11-21T17:23:29+00:00

Browns Canyon Full Day Rafting Trip

Spend the day with us rafting the number one whitewater destination in the country! Our full day trip is recommended for all ages and ability levels. This class II-III+ Colorado whitewater adventure includes a riverside lunch, as well as remarkable views of Browns Canyon National Monument.

2022-11-22T15:20:39+00:00

Family Float Half Day

This trip offers something for everyone, ages 4 to 94! Bring the kids to Buena Vista and let them see the wonders of life on the Arkansas River. Water fights and quick dips in the river are a refreshing reprieve from the Colorado sun. You can paddle along with your guide or just relax on this Class I-II section as we row you down the river.

2022-11-22T15:31:42+00:00

Half Day Inflatable Kayaking

Inflatable kayak trips are a fun, exciting and memorable experience. Perfect for individuals, families and groups of all ability levels. You will be master of your own craft. Our experienced and certified guides will accompany and instruct you down the river in a personal setting. We offer beginner to advanced inflatable kayaking trips tailored to your groups ability level.

2022-11-22T15:32:38+00:00

Private Mini Raft Half Day Team Extreme

Looking to step up your rafting game? There's room for up to 3 plus a guide on our Team Extreme rafts. Our 10 ft long mini rafts make every trip a little more exciting. Offered from our Buena Vista location only. Choose between Browns Canyon or the Numbers on this extreme adventure! JOIN TEAM EXTREME!!

2022-11-09T14:50:54+00:00

Private Mini Raft Full Day Team Extreme

Looking to step up your rafting game? There's room for up to 3 plus a guide on our Team Extreme rafts. Our 10 ft long mini rafts make every trip a little more exciting. Offered from our Buena Vista location only. Choose between Browns Canyon or the Numbers on this extreme adventure! JOIN TEAM EXTREME!!

2023-06-20T15:31:46+00:00

Browns Canyon 2-Day Overnight Trip

Take the time to get away with your family and friends for a Browns Canyon overnight rafting trip! With this all ages adventure, we invite you to spend 2 days and 1 night rafting, camping, hiking, fishing, and experiencing the Arkansas river as you make your way through Browns Canyon National Monument and 28 miles of Class III+ whitewater.

2022-11-22T15:03:35+00:00

Numbers & Browns Canyon 2-Day Overnight

This trip is great for thrill seekers ages 15 and up! Join us in Buena Vista for a multi day rafting trip on the Arkansas River. Enjoy 2 full days and 1 night of advanced whitewater rafting, hiking and relaxation in the Colorado wilderness with this all inclusive rafting trip. Spend time with family and friends, and challenge yourself with class IV+ whitewater!

2024-02-24T15:08:34+00:00

Clear Creek Rafting – Beginner Trip

A great Colorado Rocky Mountain whitewater experience for the whole family! Float through historic Idaho Springs passing old gold mines and the town water wheel. Enjoy these mild and splashy class II-III rapids, and take in the history surrounding you. Great for children and first time rafters!