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Full-Day Intermediate Rafting Trip in Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River
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Full-Day Intermediate Rafting Trip in Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River

by The Adventure Company

7 hours
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7 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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2 adults × $188.10
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Overview

This full-day rafting trip in Browns Canyon offers a balance of exciting whitewater and scenic views along the Arkansas River near Buena Vista, Colorado. The route includes rapids like Pinball, Zoom Flume, and Big Drop, providing enough challenge for intermediate rafters while remaining manageable for beginners. Along the river, passengers will see canyon landscapes, mountain views of some of Colorado’s tallest peaks, and possibly local wildlife. The tour lasts about 6 hours and 45 minutes and uses boats designed for river rafting. The outfitter shop, The Adventure Company, is also part of the day’s itinerary, providing support and equipment. The trip includes accommodation as per the itinerary but excludes digital photos, wetsuit rentals, gratuities, and souvenirs, which are available for purchase separately. This rafting trip is one of more than 20 available on four rivers, but only select trips, including this one, can be booked through TripAdvisor. For further details on other rafting options, direct contact with the operator is necessary. The minimum age for participants is six years old.

Highlights

About 6 hours 45 minutes rafting on Arkansas River
Intermediate rapids including Pinball, Zoom Flume, Big Drop
Views of Browns Canyon and Colorado’s highest mountains
Wildlife spotting opportunities along the river
Includes accommodation as per itinerary

What's included

Accommodation as specified in the itinerary

What's not included

Digital photos available for purchase
Sanitized wetsuit package available for purchase
Gratuity not included
Souvenirs available for purchase

Itinerary

1

Arkansas River

This section of the Arkansas River runs through Browns Canyon National Monument and is the most popular rafting area offered. It features a combination of exciting whitewater, scenic canyon views, and mountain vistas. Rapids such as Pinball, Zoom Flume, and Big Drop provide thrilling moments suitable for intermediate rafters and safe enough for first-timers. Wildlife can sometimes be seen along the riverbanks.

360 min

2

The Adventure Company

This is the outfitter shop used by the tour operator. It serves as a base for equipment and guest support before and after the rafting trip.

45 min

3

Browns Canyon National Monument

This area is known for its quality rafting on the Arkansas River, offering beautiful scenery, frequent whitewater, clean water, a relatively dry climate, and a sense of remoteness. It provides various options to fit different rafting preferences.

360 min

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Not advised during pregnancy
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
A moderate level of fitness is needed
Participants must be at least 6 years old
Total
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