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AVA Rafting & Zipline: A Member of The Outlaw Group
We started in 1998 as a small whitewater rafting company in the Arkansas River Valley, just focused on advanced whitewater in central Colorado. Since then we’ve grown, not only as an outdoor recreation brand, but into so many other aspects of Colorado tourism.
The Outlaw Group strives to find solutions in Colorado tourism
Recreation
Whether we’re guiding rafts and soaring down ziplines in the summer or helping provide skis and snowboards in the winter, we believe that outdoor recreation is at the core of what makes Colorado an incredible destination.
Transportation
We know that between winding mountain roads and the major interstate of I70, getting around Colorado can be daunting, so we’ve been providing airport transportation and other solutions for over a decade.
Part of the community
Tourism is the lifeblood of many Colorado communities, and we know the only way forward is to ensure that we host visitors responsibly. We work closely with our communities to ensure a healthy future in tourism.
The Outlaw Group Brands
AVA Rafting & Zipline
AVA sets the bar in outdoor recreation, from whitewater rafting and aerial tours to fly fishing and more. If you’re on this site, you probably know a little bit about us! Check out the AVA Difference page to learn more.
Peak 1 Express
Peak 1 Express offers airport shuttle services between Denver International Airport and Colorado’s mountain resort towns, including Breckenridge, Vail, Keystone, Beaver Creek, and Copper Mountain. Service between Eagle County Regional Airport and the Vail Valley is also available. Peak 1 Express provides exceptional service at an affordable price.
Breckenridge Ski & Sport
Breckenridge Ski & Sport provides a better ski rental experience with the newest ski fleet and the best guest service. With two convenient locations in Breckenridge close to groceries, gas, the gondola, and free parking, it’s quick and easy to get your rental skis or snowboard and hit the slopes. Bike rentals in the summer include path bikes, mountain bikes, and ebikes.
MileMarker Van Rentals
Moving a large group can be complicated and expensive. MileMarker Van Rentals offers a high end experience conveniently located by Denver Airport. Mercedes Sprinters and high-roof Ford Transits allow you to move your group comfortably and in style while you visit Colorado.
Don't just take our word for it
We had an incredible experience with AVA Rafting & Zipline last weekend for our birthdays! My husband, two friends, and I went white water rafting in Buena... Read More »
An Absolute 10/10. We did a Full day Package, morning Via ferrata with Emma and Trey. It was so fun and they were awesome to hang out with! Then we did the... Read More »
We went whitewater rafting and had the time of our lives. Dan was our guide, he was great! It was a wild ride for sure but I wouldn't change it and can't... Read More »
We had an incredible experience with AVA Rafting & Zipline last weekend for our birthdays! My husband, two friends, and I went white water rafting in Buena Vista, and it was an adventure we'll never forget. Our guide, Todd, was absolutely amazing. His expertise and enthusiasm made the trip both thrilling and safe. We tackled class 4 rapids, and Todd’s guidance ensured we had an exhilarating and enjoyable time. The scenery was breathtaking, and the entire tour was perfectly organized from start to finish. If you're looking for a top-notch rafting experience with skilled and friendly guides, look no further than AVA Rafting & Zipline. We can't wait to return for another adventure!
Read More »We had a great and fun experience with AVA rafting company!! They did an amazing job from start to finish. The staff was professional, friendly, and made sure everyone had a fantastic time on the river. I highly recommend AVA for anyone looking for an adventurous and memorable rafting trip. Sean did an amazing job going over all the details of white water rafting before getting on the river. He was so fun and had so much energy. Oh yes, and his jokes were very funny! :-)
Aldon, our raft guide, was the best of the best!!! He made the trip so fun and so easy to get through the river!! Thank you Aldon!
We loved this rafting trip. We are staying in Vail, so it was a 1 hour 15 minute drive... but it was worth it. We had 2 - 50 year old adults and three teens in our group and we all loved it. The rapids were just thrilling enough for us as we were looking for class 3 rafting. And the trip was a great length. The views of the Canyon were gorgeous the entire way. The guides were very friendly and likeable. We had Elliot and our whole group thought he was great. They had good equipment too: wetsuits, water proof jackets, helmets and life jackets. Their rafts had good spots to lock in your feet so you felt safe and like you wouldn't fall out of the raft... unless you weren't being smart.
Just so folks understand the time commitment: 1 1/4 drive each way from Vail, 1/2 hour to check in and get suited up at their outpost; 1/2 drive to the launch spot; about 1 1/2 hours rafting; 45 mins back to outpost... we were scheduled for 9 and were done and heading out about 12:30.
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