7 Best Group Adventures You Can do in Colorado

If you are looking for great group activities in Colorado this summer, you have come to the right place. Colorado is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the United States and is a perfect location for a variety of outdoor activities. Grab your group and get ready to rappel down a cliffside, send it on a Class IV rapid, or land a sweet jump on your mountain bike.

AVA Rafting & Ziplining offers a plethora of activities ranging from a relaxing fly fishing trip to high-adrenaline whitewater rafting with options in between. For over 25 years, we have been the leader in outdoor recreation, prioritizing safety and fun across all adventures, and we know that every adrenaline rush is more fun with a squad!

Whether your Colorado adventure is for a bachelorette party, family reunion, team retreat, or camp event, we have an exciting trip for all adventure seekers. Learn about the most popular outdoor activities for your group in Colorado’s upcoming adventure season.

1. Ziplining

If you are looking to experience Colorado from high up in the trees, check out our ziplining courses! Feel the rush of the wind on your face and your stomach drop as you step off that wooden platform. 

• This is GREAT for groups of all sizes!
• Offered in Idaho Springs, CO 
  • Just 30 minutes from Denver
• Offered in Buena Vista, CO
  • Minutes away from the most rafted river in Colorado. 
• In either location, you can combine your ziplining experience with rafting, rock-climbing, or another adventure package!
• This activity is 2 hours long, leaving plenty of time for other Colorado adventures.
• Little ones as young as 6 can undertake this adventure.
• Ziplining boosts morale, confidence, and brings your group closer together.
• This is also great for anyone trying to get over nervousness around heights!

2. Whitewater Rafting

Whitewater Rafting is a favorite among groups of all sizes! Because we offer a variety of trips on a range of rapids, whitewater rafting is a perfect adventure for those looking for a relaxing day on the water to those prepared to swim after a rapid.

Our group rafting trips take place on rivers with opportunities to raft class II-V rapids. There are so many combinations of this activity, so be sure to find the one that fits your group the best.

• Our guides, outposts, and gear can accommodate groups of all sizes
• We offer overnight rafting trips, which are perfect for groups to have fun and connect in the great outdoors
• Rafting is accessible for your group no matter where you find yourselves in Colorado! We offer rafting trips daily from all three of our outposts in Idaho Springs, Kremmling, or Buena Vista. 
• For a milder trip, head to Kremmling for a scenic float on the beautiful Colorado River.
• For a wilder trip, raft the Numbers in Buena Vista.
• Check out our top 3 rafting trips for groups to learn more

3. Via Ferrata

Our Via Ferrata adventure is a unique experience your group won’t soon forget. This activity originated in the 19th Century as a means for soldiers to traverse the alps via iron bars placed in the cliffside.

We have matched this same level of precision and adrenaline with two courses–our Granite Via Ferrata at our Buena Vista outpost and our Mount Blue Sky Via Ferrata at our Idaho Springs location. Via Ferrata is an ideal way to bond with family or friends, as you work together to conquer the cliffside. Get ready to cheer each other onto greatness!

• This activity is best for groups up to 19 people.
• We offer Via Ferrata courses in Buena Vista, CO, as well as Idaho Springs, just 30 minutes west of Denver.
• Experience a unique Colorado form of bungee jumping and a 78 foot freefall on our Buena Vista course!
• Climb up iron rungs and bars and rungs and rappel down the cliff face
• This a half day adventure leaving room to relax for the other half day or to choose a Via Ferrata package and enjoy rafting or ziplining the other half of the day!
• Both Via Ferratas also include several lines on our zipline courses
• Climbing into the mountainside at either location reaps stunning views from all angles!

4. Fly Fishing

Do you have anglers in your group looking to cast their line in Colorado’s best waters? Pick up a few tips? Our fly fishing trips are perfect for novice group members to the most experienced. Fly fishing on the Colorado River is an experience that should not be skipped!

• This activity is ideal for groups of 5 to 10 people.
• The adventure will take about 2 to 4 hours depending on which fly-fishing trip your group chooses.
• Beginners will learn everything they need to know to get started!
• Experts will appreciate guides’ extensive knowledge of fishing spots
• Everyone will benefit from not having to lug their own gear.

5. Horseback Riding

Is there anything more majestic than riding through Colorado’s best mountain scenery on horseback? Connect with nature and your group on a horseback riding adventure. Horses have a long history here in Colorado dating back to the days of the Wild West. Learn a little something about this historic time, or even consider staying at one of Colorado’s dude ranches.

• Children as young as 5 may participate!
• Horseback riding is offered in Buena Vista, CO with offerings ranging from 1-6 hours long.
• For something a little more, ask about our Sunset Rides and our Waterfall Rides.
• Taking place in the Arkansas River Valley, these trips reward with stunning views of the Collegiate Peaks and the Arkansas River and its valley.

 

6. UTV Rentals

Our 4 seater RZR UTV rentals allow your group to navigate Colorado’s most rugged off-road terrain. A preprogrammed GPS ensures you always make it back or to the area’s swimming hole! 

• This would be best for groups of 8 to 12!
• This activity is offered in Kremmling, CO.
• Choose a 2 hour, 1/2 day, or full-day rental
• Check out our UTV rental and rafting package for a full day of fun! You’ll get dirty on the trails and wash it all off as you float down the scenic Colorado River.
• Be prepared to get dirty! Pro tip: If getting dirty is not your jam, lead the pack!
• Get ready to lose your breath with the views in Kremmling’s rugged landscape
• Group members must be 8 years old to ride, 18 to drive (with a valid driver’s license), and 21 to rent vehicles. 
• All passengers must be at least 5’ tall.

7. Mountain Bike Rentals

Our bike rentals are a perfect way for your group to see the sights all together. We offer bike rentals from our Breckenridge, Colorado location, with the option to choose mountain, leisure, gravel, or E-bikes.

• This activity is best for any size group.
• This activity launches from our shop in Breckenridge
• Take the bikes for a spin for a half day, full-day, or multiple day adventure.
• Bike downhill at Breckenridge resort, along the bike path, around the Dillon Reservoir, or on one of Summit County’s many trails.
• No matter where you choose to bike, you’ll experience stunning views of the Collegiate Peaks Mountain Range, Tenmile Range, and the best of the Rocky Mountains. 
• Set your own pace with this adventure!

With so many adventure options, AVA Rafting & Zipline has something for everyone in your group from the most intense adrenaline seekers to those looking for simple relaxation. For those having trouble choosing, we offer adventure packages so you can spend the day on the water and in the air or in the mountains!

Because we understand that each group is unique, we are also happy to work with your party to build a custom adventure package. Mix and match activities to create the perfect adventure itinerary! View all trips and start planning your group adventure today.