Browns Canyon Express
Experience the best of the Arkansas River on this 3/4 day trip through class III rapids and the majestic Browns Canyon National Monument. You’ll get the best of our Brown’s Canyon half-day with even more splashy fun and a later start to your day.
The Highlights Of Your Trip
The Browns Canyon Express is 6 miles longer than the Browns Canyon Half Day and is a great Buena Vista whitewater rafting trip for groups looking for a shorter option than our full-day Browns Canyon Sizzler. First-timers and more experienced rafters alike will enjoy the opportunity to paddle exciting whitewater down Colorado’s most iconic river and explore this national treasure by raft.
Book this trip
How much
Pricing
From $129
Ages 13+
From $124
Ages 7-12 15% off
with promo SNOWDANCE24
What's included
Activities
- Rafting
Trip Length
Duration
3/4 day
How Hard
Difficulty
Who can go
Minimum Age
7 years old & Up
What AVA’s Browns Canyon Express RAFTING looks like
What to expect
On Your Whitewater Rafting Adventure
Trip Overview
Experience the ultimate Colorado summer adventure in the Brown’s Canyon Express whitewater rafting trip. Leaving from our Buena Vista outpost, the Browns Canyon Express is mellow enough for the younger members of your group but still exciting for the older kids and adults.
This 3/4 day adventure takes you down the best of the Arkansas River, as you paddle through Brown’s Canyon National Monument. Enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery of the Arkansas River and its valley and splash through thrilling whitewater from Fisherman’s Bridge to Stone Bridge. Compare this trip to our half day Brown’s Canyon experience or full day Brown’s Canyon Sizzler.
Highlights
- Milder yet exciting class III rapids perfect for all ability levels
- The chance to raft through a national monument
- Stunning scenery of the granite walls of Browns Canyon
- Opportunities for wildlife spotting
Trip Itinerary
- Meet your guide at our Buena Vista outpost
- Gear up for your adventure
- Shuttle to the water
- Listen as your guide instructs you on basic paddling technique
- Hit the rapids!
- Paddle through a national monument
- Enjoy the stunning scenery
- Return to the outpost and view photos from your trip
Included Gear & Packing List
All of your gear will be provided for your rafting excursion. This includes:
- PFD
- Wetsuit
- Splash jacket
WHAT TO BRING
- Shoes that will stay securely on your feet… no flip flops or crocs!
- Fleece and/or quick dry clothing
- Waterproof sunscreen & sunglasses
- Cash to tip your raft guide
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