AVA White Water Rafting Blogs
Posted in Whitewater Rafting Blog
Want to know how to spend your family reunion this year? Perhaps you have a bachelor party to plan and want something a little different. Whatever your group outing may be, get great white water rafting group rates from AVA for fun and adventure this summer.
At Arkansas Valley Adventure we take care of rafting trips that can be specifically customized for your group. If you are out camping for the weekend
with a boy scout troupe, we can help your kids earn merit badges with one of our overnight rafting trips in Brown’s Canyon. Camp under the stars and spend your days white water rafting on the Arkansas River.
Say you’re planning a family reunion and need clever ways to keep the whole family happy. Our group rafting trips range in difficulty so everyone can have a good time splashing down the river.
Maybe you need to plan an adventure for a bachelor party and want it to be really fun and exciting. Take the boys on a daylong adventure through one of our intermediate rafting trips in Pine Creek or the Royal Gorge. Get wet and wild in your send off to the groom-to-be this summer.
Summer time in Colorado is great for a lot of different activities and you and your group can combine them for even more fun. See what other great summer activities are available from AVA so you can combine your rafting trip with another great outdoor sport.
See what the rates are for our group rafting trips and plan the event of the summer for everyone to enjoy.
Posted in Colorado Activities & Events
Now that you’ve decided you want to try Colorado zip lining, you’re probably wondering what to expect. What should you wear? What should you bring? What will be provided for you? One of the best parts about zip lining with AVA is that almost all of the gear is provided for you! Some basic preparation will have you zip lining from cliff to cliff in no time. AVA’s goal is to let you focus on the fun of zip lining rather than worrying about a bunch of complicated equipment. Our friendly and knowledgeable guides are ready to take care of the difficult parts while you enjoy zip after exhilarating zip!
What to wear:
- Close-toed, sturdy shoes. Plan on wearing sneakers or hiking boots.
- Long pants, capris, or knee-length shorts.
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
Don’t wear:
- Baggy clothing that could get tangled
- Sandals, Crocs or water shoes
- Dangly jewelry
Optional but recommended:
- A small camera (must fit in a pocket and have a wrist strap)
- Rain gear in case of weather
- Money (for souvenirs or to tip your guide)
We also recommend securing long hair in a ponytail and taping any body piercings.
Planning ahead and bringing these basic items will ensure that you are comfortable and carefree when you head out onto the zip line course. Now that you’re packed and ready to go, here’s what AVA will provide for you:
A helmet:
- We want you to stay as safe and comfortable as possible. Every person will be outfitted with a helmet before heading out the zip lining course. We offer a range of helmet sizes, and each helmet can be adjusted to fit your head.
A harness:
- We’ll provide you with a harness that will keep you attached to the zip line when you are zip lining and attached to the platform when you are not. The harness is the most technical piece of equipment that you’ll have to wear, but don’t worry! Your guides will walk you through exactly how to put it on and adjust it so it is snug. Your harness will have straps and carabiners attached to it that can be clipped to the zipline and to the platform ensuring that you are safe even when you are 100 feet off the ground! Your guides will take care of clipping and unclipping you between each zip.
Gloves:
- You’ll wear leather gloves to protect your hands when braking. Your guides will demonstrate proper braking technique before you start zip lining. The gloves come in a range of sizes so you’ll be able to find a pair that fits.
Once you are outfitted with proper gear, you’ll be free to enjoy the Colorado zip lining experience. You’ll have plenty of time to focus on the thrill of flying through the trees and rocky outcroppings, rather than worrying about your safety. In addition to equipment, you will also have two or more professional guides ready to assist with your gear, answer your questions, and show you the basics of zip lining. They will work hard to make sure you have a safe and rewarding zip line tour!
Posted in Colorado Activities & Events
AVA may have the most thrilling, most fun zip line in Colorado, but, unfortunately, we don’t have the longest zip line in the world. Just remember that just because a zip line is the longest does not mean it’s the best. AVA’s Colorado zip line tours through the forest surrounding the Rocky Mountains and over the rushing Arkansas River is where the real fun is! But just for kicks, let’s take a look at some of the longest zip lines from all over the world, in no certain order.
- The Pronutro Zip 2000: World’s longest zip line at 2,000 meters (6,561 feet) and is located in Sun City, South Africa.
- Toro Verde Nature Adventure Park Zip Line: In Orocovis, Puerto Rico, this zip line is 1,446 meters (4,475 feet) in length.
- KapohoKine Zip Line: This Hawaiian zip line provides spectacular views of the Umauma falls and is 1,036 meters (3,400 feet) long.
- Heavenly Ski Resort Zip Line: In Lake Tahoe, California, this zip line is 1,006 meters (3,300 feet) long.
- The Zip Zone: Located in the Philippines, The Zip Zone’ dual cables are 840 meters long each with an elevation drop of 100 meters and speeds of 60-100 KPH. The course is 840 meters (2,756 feet) long.
- The Hoonah Icy Straight Point Zip Line: This Alaskan zip line is 1,625 meters (5,330 feet) long and takes ninety seconds to complete.
- The Tu Ru Bari Tropical Park Zip Line: This Costa Rican zip line is 1,036 meters (3,400 feet) long.
- The Cali, Colombia Zip Line: South America’s longest zip line is 1,200 meters (3,937 feet) in length and two zip lines cross the gorge twice.
- The SkyRider Zip Line: At 975 meters (3,200 feet) and six hundred feet above the ground, the SkyRider is the second largest zip line in North America.
AVA has one-half day tours and even package deals where you can combine whitewater rafting with zip lining for a full day of adventure in and out of the water! As long as your children weigh 75 pounds and are at least ten years old, the whole family can participate in AVA’s exhilarating zip line adventures! Contact AVA and book your Colorado zip line trip now!
Posted in Industry News for Colorado Rafters
If you have never zoomed through the air on a zipline Colorado style with AVA as your guide, then you are missing out on one of the most exhilarating outdoor adventures you could ever experience. If you thought AVA only provided some of the greatest whitewater rafting trips in the country, let us tell you about ziplining Colorado with AVA as your host. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-timer, AVA has the zip line tour for you.
Our ziplining guides are knowledgeable, fun and always make your safety their number one priority. Ziplining Colorado with AVA truly is a treetop adventure for the whole family. As long as the kids are ten years old and weigh a minimum of 75 pounds, they can enjoy the thrilling experience of riding a zipline through the Colorado wilderness. The beauty that surrounds the zip lines will take your breath away, and you’ll want to book your next visit as soon as your day with AVA’s zip line crew is done!
Zipline Courses at AVA
Book the whole family for the Granite Zipline course that takes you through the forest and over the Arkansas River where you can see the mountains around you and water below you as you zip 
through the aspen and pine trees that surround the 44-acre property. After a ten-minute hike, you’ll reach your zipline course destination and that’s when the thrills begin!
The whole family will also enjoy the Idaho Springs Zipline course which zooms over nine acres of AVA forest property allowing you to enjoy six zips of different lengths up to 30 mph. You know you’re coming to the finish line as you cross over Chicago Creek.
Package deals for whitewater rafting and ziplining are available and amazing summer discounts are going on now. Zipline Colorado with AVA by booking your trip now! These specials won’t last long, so contact AVA today by phone or email at info@coloradorafting.net.
Posted in Industry News for Colorado Rafters
If you’ve never been on a Colorado zip tour, you may be intrigued and excited by the idea of zooming through the trees, high above the babbling brooks, rushing rivers, and luxurious lakes that weave their way through the magnificent Colorado Mountains. If you are a seasoned zip liner, you know that nobody does Colorado ziplining like AVA.
Zip lines in Colorado have become one of the premier destinations for adventurous spirits looking for some thrills out of the water and off the slopes, and Colorado ziplining with AVA as your host will be an experience you will never forget. And with great summer package deals and package options that combine ziplining and rafting, you get more adventure for your money!
AVA zip lines in Colorado are safe, exhilarating and designed for all ages, sizes and experience levels. Whether you’re a novice or veteran zip liner, AVA has the tour for you!
Granite Outpost Zipline Course
As you soar through the crisp, clear Rocky Mountain air, you’ll take in the amazing scenery of AVA’s 44-acre property with snow-capped mountain peaks, the rushing Arkansas River, and the breathtaking pine and aspen trees that make the Granite Zipline Course hugely popular with our regular zip liners.
Requirements for the Granite Outpost Zipline Course:
- minimum age of ten
- minimum weight of 75 pounds
- maximum weight of 250 pounds
Here are the details for package deals that include ziplining Granite Outpost and whitewater rafting:
- Brown’s Canyon Half Day + Granite Outpost Zipline Package
1/2 Day raft, 1/2 day zipline
Intermediate Class III
$145 adult, $126 child 7-12 (zipline minimum age 10 & 75 lbs.)
Check in: 8:30 am, includes lunch
- Brown’s Canyon Sizzler + Dinner Zipline Package!
Full Day Raft + Zipline + Dinner
Intermediate Class III
$179 adults, $160 kids age 7-12 (zipline minimum age 10 & 75 lbs)
Check in: 9:30 am
- 24 Hours in Brown’s Canyon + Zipline Package
Overnight Rafting Trip + Zipline
$312 adults, $283 kids 7-12 (zipline minimum age 10 & 75 lbs)
- Numbers Half Day and Zipline Package
Half Day Raft + Zipline Adventure
Advanced Class III-V Rafting
$150 adult 15+ on the raft trip
- The Gauntlet and Zipline Package
Full Day Raft + Zipline Adventure
$188 adult, 15+ on the raft trip
Check in: 8:30 am
Idaho Springs Outpost Zipline Course
The thrilling Idaho Springs zipline course begins with a hike to get to the start of the course, which weaves through the forest on AVA’s nine acre Idaho Springs property. This course offers six zips of different lengths and ends with you crossing over Chicago Creek. The requirements for this course are the same as above.
The great news about this course is that from June 8-July 8, 2012, you can get 25% off this adventure (use promo code ISRaftZip), and July 9-September 3, 2012, AVA is offering 25% off this course (use promo code ISZip)! You can also enjoy discounts when you combine ziplining with rafting; AVA offers some great summer package deals that you won’t be able to pass up!
Here are the details for package deals that include ziplining Idaho Springs Outpost and rafting:
- Clear Creek Beginner + Zipline Package
1/3-day rafting, 1/2 day zipline
$124 adults, $112 kids 10-12
- Clear Creek Intermediate + Zipline Package
1/3-day rafting, 1/2 day zipline
$139
Haven’t you always wanted to try zip lines in Colorado? If you’ve zip lined with AVA before, isn’t it time to treat yourself to another exhilarating zip through the scenic mountains, trees and waterways below?
Check out AVA’s great package deals and discounts when zip lining is combined with other activities. Call or email AVA seven days a week for more information and to book your Colorado ziplining trip now!
Posted in Whitewater Rafting Blog
When you combine two or more of Arkansas Valley Adventure’s exciting outdoor activities, you can create a Colorado vacation package custom designed to make everyone in your group happy. When creating the perfect Colorado vacation package, you can choose from a number of fun, challenging activities such as the very popular AVA zipline tours, AVA rock climbing, and AVA whitewater rafting. Arkansas Valley Adventure will combine these thrilling outdoor events into one adventure vacation package you will never forget!
An AVA zip line tour is one of the most exciting and popular mountain adventures for men, women and children ten years and older. You will zip through breathtaking scenery including the beautiful snow-capped mountains and crisp, rolling Arkansas River. Zip line tours are safe and exhilarating, and you will definitely be back for more after just one run! With our amazing hands-free system, you simply sit back, relax and enjoy the thrilling ride!
Rock climbing fans will surely never forget their rock-climbing experience with AVA, offering guided half and full-day trips for the beginner and intermediate rock climber. Our experienced guides put safety first, and you can rest assured that you’re in good hands with AVA rock climbing guides.
Colorado rafting trips hosted by AVA promise to be the whitewater rafting experience of a lifetime. Regardless of your experience level, we have a white water rafting trip for you. Our knowledgeable, friendly and safety-focused whitewater rafting guides will provide a safe, but exhilarating, whitewater rafting experience second to none.
Colorado adventure vacation packages with AVA allow you to custom design how you spend your outdoor vacation. Contact AVA today to see which activities you or your group can participate in, when and at what price.
