AVA Guides & Staff
AVA Rafting & Zipline has the most talented, passionate and experienced employees that are taking our company to the next level. AVA staff members not only provide extraordinary guest service but they create an unforgettable experience for our guests. They are here because they love what they do and they are darn good at it! Let’s give our AVA Staff a shout out to how awesome they all are! Keep up the good work!
Guides Who Get After It
At AVA, adventure is our office and the outdoors is our playground. Whether we're guiding rafts, flying through the trees, or supporting behind the scenes, our crew thrives on challenge, camaraderie, and Colorado sunshine.
🚀 Think you’ve got what it takes? Apply here and start your AVA adventure.
Join Our Team
At AVA Rafting & Zipline, we’re more than an adventure company. We’re a team of passionate guides, outdoor enthusiasts, and hospitality pros who love sharing Colorado’s wild places with our guests. From leading whitewater rafting trips and zipline tours to supporting operations behind the scenes, every role helps create safe, memorable, and fun experiences, all while working in a fast-paced, team-focused environment with hands-on training and opportunities to grow in the outdoor industry.
What our Guides are saying
Ziplining and Via Ferrata
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White Water Rafting
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Operations
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Rafting and Aerials
Testimonials
Kris with AVA was such an amazing guide! He was hilarious and adventurous while also making all of us feel super safe.
Grace Binder- Google
Tim and Kale were amazing guides! Very patient and kind. Clearly they know their job very well.
Andrea S. - Google
<span class="OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none">As a mom having my 2 children on the raft, the most important factor was that Hannah was confident in her ability and she made me feel very safe - I felt confident that if anything should have gone wrong, Hannah would have been able to save the day. </span>
Rebecca R.- Trip Advisor
Our guy Tanner was amazing. We would do this adventure again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend using them for zip line and white water rafting.
Billy W.- Yelp
Our Guides Make the Difference
Get to Know the Pros Behind Your Next Big Thrill
When you book an adventure with AVA, you're not just signing up for the thrill — you're gaining a guide who’s passionate about making your experience unforgettable. Our guides are highly trained, safety-certified, and genuinely stoked to share Colorado’s wild beauty with you. Whether it’s your first time rafting or your tenth zipline tour, they bring the perfect mix of professionalism, personality, and deep local knowledge to make you feel confident, comfortable, and ready for anything.
Adventure Experts, Outdoor Enthusiasts
AVA guides are the heart of the adventure. They’re skilled, passionate, and deeply knowledgeable about Colorado’s rivers, trails, and terrain. Whether leading a whitewater rafting trip, navigating a zipline course, or helping guests gear up for their next thrill, AVA guides bring energy, safety, and professionalism to every experience. Many come from diverse backgrounds—some with years of guiding under their belts, others starting fresh but eager to learn. What they all share is a love for the outdoors, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to creating unforgettable moments for every guest.
Work Where Others Vacation
At AVA, we don’t just offer adventures — we live them. From river rapids to mountaintop ziplines, our team is at the center of Colorado’s most unforgettable experiences. If you're passionate about the outdoors, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love working with people, we want to hear from you.
🚀 Think you’ve got what it takes? Apply here and start your AVA adventure.
🎒 Ready to dive in? Apply here to join the AVA team.