The Numbers Half Day + Zipline

Experience an action-packed day with two of Colorado’s best summer activities. Soar between trees on our Mountaintop Zipline course and then splash your way through nonstop whitewater on the Numbers Rafting section of the Arkansas River.

Experience the best of Colorado with the Arkansas River’s finest whitewater and unparalleled treetop excitement. Adventure seekers will love the steep drops and wilder rapids of the Numbers rafting, and treetop views and thrills will keep everyone’s excitement levels up. Our zipline course is perfect for all levels of adventurer, and physically fit beginners through more advanced rafters will have a blast on the more advanced whitewater of The Numbers.

Minimum age: 15, minimum weight: 50 lbs., maximum weight: 250 lbs.

Trip Highlights

What to Expect

• A full day of excitement
• Half-day ziplining on our Mountaintop Zipline course
• Soar between and among Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, flying from cliff to cliff rather than between platforms
• Raft approximately 6 miles on the river
• Navigate steep sections and 8 exciting class III-V rapids!
• Knowledgeable zip and raft guides to keep you safe and having fun

Trip Itinerary*

• Check-in at our Buena Vista outpost where you will meet you guide
• Gear up for your zipline adventure and head up into the trees
• Fly across 6 lines on our zipline course
• Break for lunch – please pack a lunch for between adventures
• Meet up with your guide and get ready for your rafting adventure
• Spend the afternoon on the water, navigating one of the most exciting stretches of Colorado whitewater
• Return to the outpost and view photos from your trips

*For some trips, the order of adventures may be switched. Please check your individual booking for exact details.

Who will love this trip?

• Adventure seekers looking to experience excitement on the water and in the trees
• Groups looking to venture into the mountains, exploring Colorado’s best scenery
• Families with kids ages 15 and older

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