11. Family rafting trip on the Arkansas River
5.0· 80 reviews· 2 hoursOne hour of gentle rafting on the Arkansas River — ideal for families with children aged two and above, featuring scenic mountain views and light currents.
“Myranda served as our guide and she was excellent, possessing extensive knowledge about the area and its wildlife. I highly recommend this experience for families with young children.”— markgR4305UI
22. Family-friendly rafting on the Arkansas River
5.0· 49 reviews· 2 hoursTwo hours of gentle rafting on the Arkansas River, suitable for beginners and families, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the natural scenery.
“Emma G, Jade, and Maddi were fantastic guides—knowledgeable and full of fun. Our first float with our young boys exceeded our expectations. We will definitely return!”— mcc0nnellh
33. Browns Canyon half-day rafting and mountaintop zipline from Buena Vista
5.0· 41 reviews· 8 hoursFour hours of thrilling whitewater rafting followed by a zipline adventure above Colorado’s mountains — a great option for families looking to add excitement to their day.
“We had an unforgettable experience. The staff at the outpost were welcoming and supportive, while the zipline (Jesse and Jess) and rafting (Enrique) guides were both skilled and entertaining. As newcomers to these activities, we felt secure and laughed throughout the day. Our family, ranging from ages 19 to 55, wholeheartedly endorses this adventure.”— 466kimz
44. Half-day rafting tour on the Arkansas River
5.0· 9 reviewsThree hours on the Arkansas River — family-friendly Class II rapids suitable for beginners of all ages.
“We had a fantastic experience on this trip as first-time rafters. Our 15-year-old was initially reluctant, but this tour ended up being the one he agreed to. Matt was an outstanding guide, sharing valuable insights about river dynamics and patiently answering all the questions from our curious 11-year-old. The only downside came when we attempted to "surf the hole," which made us feel like we were on the verge of flipping, though Matt reassured us that we were safe. We did struggle a bit to get free, with only Matt and my husband providing the strength needed. Overall, we would definitely participate again and highly recommend Devorak.”— Jessie T
55. Browns Canyon whitewater rafting on the Arkansas River
5.0· 224 reviews· 4 hoursHalf-day rafting trip through Browns Canyon — class III-IV rapids mixed with calm stretches for both beginners and experienced rafters.
“Our first experience with white water rafting was incredible, thanks to our guide Ryan, who was exceptional. We opted for the full day trip that included lunch and a brief hike with stunning views. I would give it a perfect score and highly recommend it. When we plan our next adventure, we will definitely book with this company again and request Ryan.”— Voyager55855621816
66. Full-day rafting adventure in Brown’s Canyon
5.0· 825 reviews· 6 hoursA full day on the Arkansas River, navigating thrilling rapids in Brown’s Canyon — suitable for families and packed with stunning Colorado scenery.
“We had a wonderful time as a family. Our guide Nasty Nate was extremely helpful, professional, knowledgeable, and entertaining. Everyone felt at ease and had a great experience. I would recommend this to anyone. Thank you!”— patmV9672LX
77. Browns Canyon intermediate rafting trip on the Arkansas River
5.0· 500 reviews· 3 hoursHalf-day rafting on the Arkansas, featuring thrilling rapids like Pinball, Zoom Flume, and Big Drop, with stunning canyon scenery.
“Our family had a fantastic time on the half-day trip through Browns Canyon. The check-in process was simple, and we received helmets and jackets. Our guides, Corey and Shea, ensured our safety while making the experience enjoyable. The rapids were thrilling, with moments in between to relax. Overall, it was a wonderful experience.”— karlap688
88. Half-day rafting trip in Browns Canyon
5.0· 909 reviews· 3 hoursFour hours on the Arkansas River — guided rafting through Browns Canyon, featuring scenic views and exciting rapids suitable for families.
“Our family had an amazing experience on this rafting trip. It was the first time my daughters, aged 9 and 11, went white water rafting, and Craig made everything easy, safe, and, most importantly, enjoyable. We will cherish this day forever. The level of adventure was just right—exciting without being scary, even for me, as I nearly fell in several times. He was very patient and supportive with the kids and generously offered them items from his bag on the bus ride back since they were cold. We plan to make this an annual tradition during our Colorado vacations. Thank you for the excellent service!”— 151iguanas
99. Browns Canyon rafting and adventure park package
5.0· 39 reviewsFull-day combination of ziplining and rafting — Browns Canyon Adventure Park access followed by 10 miles of Class III whitewater on the Arkansas River.
“We had an amazing time at Noah's! The guides, Matson, Jack, Jonah, and Braden, were wonderful and made the experience enjoyable. Our students were so engaged that they didn’t want to leave!”— 822ikeh
1010. Half-day rafting trip in Browns Canyon
4.9· 106 reviews· 3 hoursChoose between morning or afternoon trips — half-day rafting in Browns Canyon with class III rapids, suitable for beginners and families.
“We had an amazing time on this tour! Adam was fantastic at keeping us engaged. It was such a beautiful experience that we are eager to return for an overnight stay. Thank you.”— meadows346
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