Raft & Rock Climb Adventure

Why limit yourself to a single Colorado activity on any given day? If you’re trying to get as much adventure as possible into your vacation, package whitewater rafting and rock climbing together for the ultimate Colorado experience. Your experienced guides will coach you as you defy gravity on the crags and cliffs above the Arkansas River Valley. Then, you’ll splash your way down some of the best rapids in the country on the iconic Arkansas River. Options for all ability levels mean we can help you put together the perfect package for everyone in your party.

Your rock-climbing excursion begins at our Buena Vista Outpost, from where you will ascend the nearby Granite Gorge Cliffs. You will climb high above the Arkansas River Valley, gaining views of the 14,000-foot Collegiate Peaks and the Arkansas River below. The rafting portion of your trip will take you onto this majestic River, as you paddle some of Colorado’s bluest water. Raft through a National Monument on our Browns Canyon rafting and rock-climbing multi-adventure package or amp it up a notch with our Numbers rafting and rock-climbing experience. Either way, you will be treated to vibrant greenery and majestic rock formations.

For the rock-climbing portion of your adventure, your group, with the help of your guide, will choose from two different climbing routes that cater to beginner or intermediate climbers. This adventure not only provides an exhilarating outside experience and stunning Colorado vistas, but also offers the chance for less experienced climbers to learn belaying, rappelling, and knot tying. With this multi-adventure package, your group can combine your rock-climbing experience with one of two half-day rafting trips: Browns Canyon rafting or the Numbers rafting. Both adventures take place on the Arkansas River, with Browns Canyon offering family-friendly class III rapids and the Numbers hosting an opportunity to splash through more advanced, class IV or V rapids. Either rafting adventure will have you on the edge of your seat!

A rafting and rock-climbing multi-adventure package guarantees an adventure-packed day outside along with the opportunity to save a few bucks. AVA is committed to increasing access to outdoor adventure, and we hope that more people can get outside and enjoy all Colorado has to offer. Because they are cheaper than booking individual trips, our multi-adventure packages offer a cost-effective means of experiencing multiple activities. Enjoy the convenience of two adventures at one location and seasoned guides who ensure a smooth and enjoyable day for all!

All rafting and rock-climbing packages are located at our Buena Vista outpost, just one hour from Summit County and Vail. This outpost is in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, offering the chance to immerse yourself in one of the most unique and beautiful areas in the state. Nestled at the foot of the Collegiate Peaks within the Sawatch Mountain Range, Buena Vista boasts an elevation of nearly 8,000 feet. With more 14ers than any other region in Colorado, it offers unparalleled opportunities for high-altitude exploration. The Continental Divide to the east and the Arkansas River flowing through town ensure a diverse array of mountain and river adventures. Whether your group intends to visit the Buena Vista area as a day trip or for a longer vacation, you will find plenty to do.