The AVA Difference

Experienced whitewater rafting guides

Not only do AVA guides go through three times the state required training, they also run more people on Class IV and V whitewater than any outfitter in Colorado. Our guides are highly experienced and many come work at AVA just because of our reputation for professional, Class V river running.

Advanced Whitewater

AVA runs more people on Class IV and V whitewater rafting trips than any outfitter in Colorado. AVA runs over 60% of all the rafters that go down Pine Creek, the only Class V section on the Arkansas River. Our guides are highly experienced and many come work at AVA just because of our reputation for professional, Class V river running. See all Advanced Rafting trips.

Multi-adventure packages – Save Money & Time

Our Rafting + Zipline packages, Rafting + Rock Climbing and Zipline + Rock Climbing packages include activities that take place in one location. We have 2 zipline courses – our Cliffside Zipline in Idaho Springs  and Mountaintop Zipline in Buena Vista – right where our rafting trips take place. This saves you time, effort and money and lets you focus on the most important thing: quality fun and adventure with your family and friends. See all Packages.

Best Cancellation Policy in Colorado!

We offer a 92% refund to any guest who needs to cancel their adventure until 7pm the night before the trip date. Trip changes must be completed by 7pm the night before the trip to avoid change fees. Trip changes after 7pm will result in a 15% change fee and are subject to availability. If you do cancel your reservation after 7pm the night before the trip, your reservation will be converted to an open credit equal to 85% of the total cost of your adventure.

Cancellation policy as outlined above only applies to those who did not opt out of the cancellation guarantee for a reduced total trip cost. View our full Cancellation Policy on our FAQ page.