College & School Trips
College & School Trip Experiences
If you are seeking a fun event for students of any age and need activity ideas, AVA is ready to help. Depending on the age group of your students, we can figure out the perfect outdoor excursion for your class to liven up the summer school experience. Choose from options like whitewater rafting, zip lining, horseback riding, and rock climbing. Or sample a little bit of everything for the ultimate Colorado experience!
Explore College School Trip Adventures
Whether you are looking to get your school group out on the water with rafting, or more into soaring through the trees on a zipline tour, AVA has the School Trip for you! With 3 outposts and rafting throughout the state, you’ll find the perfect adventure for your groupFIND THE PERFECT TRIP FOR YOUR SCHOOL GROUP
TRIPS FOR YOUNG KIDS
Our trips on the Upper Colorado River out of Kremmling, Colorado are calm enough for children of all ages and a perfect way to get out in the wilderness for nature lessons. For an added dose of interactive fun, consider doing our inflatable kayak trip instead, where each member of the group gets their own small boat.
OLDER STUDENT GROUPS
There are several rafting trips around the state that are safe and easy enough including half-day, full-day and multi-day river trips! Come camping at our Granite/Buena Vista Outpost for free with a full day rafting trip. The Arkansas River, specifically the Browns Canyon section, is one of the most popular stretches of river run commercially in the United States!
- Browns Canyon trips ages 7+
- Half, ¾, full day and overnight options
- Our 24 Hours in Browns Canyon overnight trip is one of our best group trips!
- All gear provided!
STAY CLOSE TO DENVER
Need a school trip close to Denver? Consider one of our Clear Creek trips in Idaho Springs, just 30 minutes from downtown. With great options for groups on a tight schedule, Clear Creek offers discounts for early morning trips, evening trips, and Sunday afternoon trips.
- Our Clear Creek Gold Rush and Upper Clear Creek trip are best for school and college groups
- Ages 6+ on Gold Rush trip, ages 15+ on Upper Clear Creek trip
- ⅓, ½, and full day options
- All gear provided
PRIVATE RAFTING, ZIPLINING, OR VIA FERRATA ADVENTURES
Just Added – Your Own Private Trip, Your Own Guide, Your Own Adventure
We’re excited to introduce our brand-new Private Adventure Package—perfect for families, friends, or small groups looking for a more personalized and exclusive outdoor experience. Enjoy a private rafting trip, zipline adventure, or Via Ferrata with your own professional guide.
Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just looking to escape the crowds, our private trips offer a unique blend of comfort, excitement, and connection with nature—all at your own pace.
When booking, simply select 1 ticket for the Private Trip option to reserve your raft and start customizing your ultimate adventure.
Currently only available on our most popular trips.