Activities

Is Class V Rafting for You? What to Know Before Booking

Colorado’s class 5 rapids are among the most technical, intense, and scenic in the United States, especially along the Arkansas River just north of Buena […]

Beyond Rafting: Adventures in Colorado You Can’t Miss

Colorado is famous for whitewater, but what about the adventures you’ve never heard of? After 25 years in the outdoors, we’ve discovered some of the […]

Class 3 Rapids Explained: Difficulty, Requirements & Safety Tips

Class 3 rapids are often considered the sweet spot in whitewater rafting: exciting enough to get your adrenaline pumping, yet manageable for adventurous beginners and […]

Guide to Class 4 Rapids: Who They’re For & What to Expect

Class 4 rapids represent advanced whitewater featuring intense, unpredictable rapids requiring precise paddle strokes and quick decision-making. These rapids demand a sharp mind, strong paddling […]

What to Expect from Extreme Whitewater Rafting in Colorado

Colorado has earned a legendary reputation among white water enthusiasts for good reason. With its towering mountains, surging rivers from snowmelt, and rugged canyon terrain, […]

Top Outdoor Adventures in Colorado for Summer

Colorado summer is a magical time when alpine peaks glow under the warm sun, wildflowers paint the meadows in vibrant hues, and rivers sparkle with […]

Clear Creek Rafting: Family-Friendly & Beginner Tours

Welcome to the world of Clear Creek rafting, one of the best ways to dive into a Colorado adventure! Located 30 minutes from Denver, Clear […]

Overnight Rafting Trips in Colorado

When people think of Colorado, skiing may be the first thing to come to mind… possibly rock climbing, gorgeous mountain vistas, or a cabin in […]

The 5 Best Rafting Trips Near Denver, Colorado

First things first, AVA has been nominated for a Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor.  Thank you to all of our guests who have left […]

Top 4 Overnight Rafting Trips in Colorado

Overnight raft trips are the best way to disconnect from the stresses of daily life and take a break from technology. These trips will allow […]

Best 3 Whitewater Rafting Trips for Large Groups in Colorado

Looking for an amazing whitewater or other outdoor adventure for your group? Then look no further, AVA is the place for you. From groups of […]

Top Hiking Tours in Rocky Mountain National Park

When it comes to amazing hiking in Colorado many locals first thought would be Rocky Mountain National Park. With an abundance of scenery and multiple […]

The History of Whitewater Rafting

White water rafting has a much longer history in the U.S.A. than most people probably can imagine. Tales of navigating the swift moving rivers out […]

My Personal Experience Rafting Upper Clear Creek

Written by Travis Anderson “Awaiting to meet our travel guide, we waited outside on the benches with the other rafters who were booked on the […]

4 Reasons Rafting in the Morning is Better than the Afternoon in Colorado

If you’re booking a rafting trip this July, you may be weighing all your options for when to go, where to go, what to pair […]

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 […]

Best Rock Climbing Near Denver

Denver just may be the perfect city for those looking for days of outdoor adventure, and nights of city night life. Test the limits of […]

The Perfect 24-Hour Colorado Adventure: Browns Canyon National Monument

24-hours in Browns Canyon National Monument is one of those unforgettable adventures that could change your entire outlook on nature and how we should experience […]

Overnight Rafting Trips are the best way to experience the Rocky Mountains

There is nothing like spending a summer vacation in the beautiful and magnificent Rocky Mountains. The dramatic landscape, wealth of activities, and beautiful weather all […]

The Ultimate Guide to Ziplining Near Denver

Written by Amber Boutwell, Marketing Manager Read more about our authors here.   What to Expect for the 2025 Zipline Season   Colorado’s ziplining season is officially […]

Our Experience Rafting Browns Canyon at High Water

Written by Amber Boutwell, Marketing Manager Read more about our authors here. On June 19th, the AVA team joined up with OutThere Colorado to take […]

Best Whitewater Rafting Near Golden, Colorado

Golden was originally named Golden City after an early settler and miner, Tom Golden. Golden City was initially meant to be one of Colorado’s many […]

Best Places to Kayak Near Golden, Colorado

Golden, Colorado, just west of Denver, is the site of the well-known Coors Brewery and also the prestigious School of Mines. This lovely town includes […]

Beginner White Water Rafting Colorado: Best First-Time Rapids Adventures

Beginner white water rafting Colorado offers perfect introduction to rapids with expert guides and family-friendly adventures. These beginner white water rafting Colorado trips accommodate all […]

Why A Float Trip is an Exciting Adventure

If you are looking for an exciting, yet relaxing experience and an opportunity to explore Colorado’s majestic Upper Colorado River and beautiful canyon scenery, look […]

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