6 Tours in Buena Vista Worth Booking

1.Half-Day Whitewater Rafting in Browns Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 999 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) Our pick

Join Noah’s Ark in Buena Vista for a two to three hour rafting trip through Browns Canyon National Monument. After a safety briefing, you’ll paddle class III rapids such as Raft Ripper, Zoom Flume, and Pinball with a professional guide. Seth is one guide praised for clear, calm instruction. Life jackets, helmets, transport, taxes, and park fees are included.

“Noah’s Ark was recommended to us by a local friend and we couldn’t be more happy. From the time you walk onto their property, through the end of your trip, you are treated with some of the best customer service I have ever experienced. Our guide Seth was an amazing leader: clear, specific and respectful with all his instructions. Even when we got off a little on timing he always remained calm, showing the leadership skills one would want from a guide. Amazing day with an amazing staff pretty much sums it up!!”

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2.Brown’s Canyon Half Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 976 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $116

Meet Performance Tours in Buena Vista for a guided half-day run through Brown’s Canyon National Monument. After gearing up and receiving safety instruction, you’ll paddle through rapids such as Devil’s Punchbowl, Pinball, and Big Drop. The trip lasts about three hours, suits ages 7 and up, and includes a helmet, life jacket, and paddle.

“Was fantastic. A lot of instructions to make you feel safe, a lot of fun and wonderful guide. Roan was a great guide.”

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3.Half Day Browns Canyon Rafting Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 903 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99Best value

Raft the Arkansas River through Browns Canyon National Monument with a professional guide. This three-hour, family-friendly trip includes a helmet, PFD, wetsuit, splash jacket, and river shoes. Guides such as Emma, Justin, Sam, and Blaine lead the way through rapids including Toilet Bowl and Big Drop.

“My wife and I had a blast. Emma F. was a wonderful and delightful guide. She navigated the river like a true pro. Would love to repeat the experience next time we are visiting this beautiful state.”

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4.Browns Canyon Full Day Rafting Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 825 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $169

Spend about six hours rafting the Arkansas River through Browns Canyon National Monument. Your professional guide teaches paddling before a mix of family-friendly rapids and calm water. The day includes wetsuit gear, riverside lunch, possible swimming and cliff jumping, plus views only visible from the river.

“Great trip and our guide, Kayla was fantastic. Lunch was great and we stopped to jump off 10’ and 20’ rock. Thoroughly enjoyed the trip and highly recommend.”

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5.Zipline Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 533 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $120

Meet Captain Zipline near Salida, check in 30 minutes early, and learn the ropes before riding six lines from 300 to 700 feet. Guides such as Mickey, Dan, Brandon, and Sherrie have helped first-timers feel at ease. Expect light hiking, cliffside starts, river views, and a race on the Leap of Faith.

“Mickey and Dan were fantastic guides and made the experience very fun and memorable. Lost Canyon is beautiful!”

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6.Browns Canyon Intermediate Rafting Trip Half Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 498 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

You will raft Browns Canyon National Monument on the Arkansas River with a trained guide who handles boat control and shares local details. Expect rapids such as Pinball, Zoom Flume, and Big Drop, plus mountain views and possible wildlife sightings. Corey and Collin are among the guides praised for their humor and professionalism. The trip suits ages six and up.

“This was our first time ever doing white water rafting. We chose the right place to do so. Our guides, Corey and Collin, were amazing and hilarious. They were very professional and made our experience very memorable. We definitely recommend and hope to do this again soon with The Adventure Company.”

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