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 group

FIND 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!

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.

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.

Explore the AVA Landscape

Find us across Colorado! Use our handy map to determine the activities convenient to your destination.