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The 10 Best Tours in Buena Vista, Colorado (CO)
The Town of Buena Vista is a Statutory Town in Chaffee County, Colorado, United States. The town population was 2,617 at the 2010 United States Census.
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1. Buena Vista Granite Mountaintop Zipline
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
The most incredible way to see the Arkansas River Valley, from clifftop and treetop, is on a 44-acre, private zipline course at the Granite Outpost north of Buena Vista, Colorado. Seven cable lines travel over 3,500 total feet. Leap into the air from platforms built into natural features like cliffs and treetops. Finish off the 3-hour adventure with a 900-foot dual-race line that leaves guests breathless, yet smiling, from ear to ear.
Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, All taxes, fees, and handling charges, Driver/guide
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By VangCindyp
A group of 8 of us came all the way from Wisconsin to Idaho Springs and had a blast ziplining with Martina and Otter! Thank you guys so much for making us laugh, keeping us confident, and most importantly ensuring we were safe! I am extremely scared of heights but they made sure I had fun! Thanks again. Will be recommending ziplining in Idaho Springs for sure.
2. Browns Canyon Half-Day Rafting plus Mountaintop Zipline from Buena Vista
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Why not make the most of your trip and enjoy a package day to excite the senses! Why just enjoy whitewater rafting when you can add on an exciting zipline tour in one of the most beautiful, scenic places imaginable. On this family rafting & zipline tour you will start your day with exciting whitewater followed by a zipline tour that swoops by towering lodge pole pines through the beautiful Colorado Mountains!
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Use of helmet, wet suit, splash jacket, Professional guide, Local guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Transportation to/from attractions
Reviewed By Nathan S
Hunter and Spencer was our guide on our zip lining adventure. We had an awesome time. They both were very knowledgeable and made everyone very comfortable. We will be back just because of them!! Thanks again Hunter and Spencer for a great time!!!!
3. Browns Canyon National Monument Whitewater Rafting
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 110 reviews
Enjoy the experience of a lifetime with family friendly Colorado rafting through Browns Canyon National Monument on the Arkansas River. Exciting class III-IV rapids intermixed with calm water in between make Browns Canyon rafting great for beginners and experts alike.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide, Transportation from our office to and from the river
Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Reviewed By 2222rebecca
Seriously don’t even read the reviews, just book a trip with these guys - you won’t regret it. They’re so well trained and absolutely want you to have the most fun and safest time on the river. You’ll come away with fantastic memories and a greater bond with your family/friends. But if you’re determined to read more before booking then here’s some more info: Our family will never forget the camping and rafting trip we just had. Gomez and Kat went all out to give us memories we will remember forever. We were big theme park fans but I can honestly say that they put theme park rides to shame. The effort Gomez and Kat put into safety, logistics, food, fun, memories and thrills was second to nothing. They adapted the trip to us and absolutely aced handling the changes in logistics. The food was absolutely delicious, and despite us being one of those annoying gluten free families, they sorted all the substitutes and we’ve even come back home with new gluten free recipes and product ideas. Great memories are invaluable and Gomez, Kat, The Dude and Wilderness Aware certainly rank right up there on delivering this!
4. Brown's Canyon Full Day Rafting
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
Colorado's most popular whitewater rafting trip trough Brown's Canyon National Monument. Enjoy spectacular scenery and thrilling whitewater on this professionally guided river trip.
Inclusions: Lunch, Professional guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Reviewed By PeterB3752
The team at performance tours was great. We booked a run out of Buena Vista but given the low water level, they recommended that we do Royal Gorge — the recommendation was spot on. Our group loved the Royal Gorge run. The tour guides were great, made everyone in our group feel safe and made a great lunch for our full day trip.
5. Milk Run Family Rafting Trip
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
Get an introduction to rafting on this 1-hour family friendly rafting trip. Enjoy impressive mountain views, easy splashes, and soul-soothing current. This gentle floating adventure is great for children over the age of two years. Please note: This in one hour on the water!
Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary
Exclusions: Digital photos (available to purchase), Sanitized Wetsuit Package (available to purchase), Gratuity, Souvenirs (available to purchase)
Reviewed By Kellie R
We went rafting with The Adventure Company twice this summer. Mike was our guide each time and he was great. He's very engaging, and knows so much about the Canyon. We learned a lot and had a good time. The 1/2 day intermediate was perfect for everyone in our group of beginners.
6. Half Day Rafting Trip in Browns Canyon with Lunch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River is our most popular trip! The unique combination of lots of exciting whitewater, spectacular canyon scenery, great mountain views of some of Colorado’s highest mountains and opportunities to spot wildlife make this the ideal raft trip. Exciting enough for seasoned paddlers, but not too scary for first-timers. You will want to bring your friends and family for epic rapids such as Pinball, Zoom Flume, and Big Drop! This trip includes our Ultimate Fajita Feast hot lunch!
Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary
Exclusions: Digital photos (available to purchase), Sanitized Wetsuit Package (available to purchase), Gratuity, Souvenirs (available to purchase)
Reviewed By Kellie R
We went rafting with The Adventure Company twice this summer. Mike was our guide each time and he was great. He's very engaging, and knows so much about the Canyon. We learned a lot and had a good time. The 1/2 day intermediate was perfect for everyone in our group of beginners.
7. Numbers Half Day Rafting Trip with Lunch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Advanced -IV-lV+ rafting on the Arkansas River! This stretch of river contains some of Colorado’s most exciting whitewater! With some soaking splashes, a few medium-sized drops and nearly non-stop action, you will want to be in good physical condition and be a good swimmer. Enjoy amazing views of the impressive, snow-capped Collegiate Peaks while resting between long rapids. Perfect for the whitewater veterans and adrenaline-seeking first timers! This Trip includes our Ultimate Fajita Feast hot lunch!
Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary
Exclusions: Digital photos (available to purchase), Sanitized Wetsuit Package (available to purchase), Souvenirs (available for purchase), Gratuities
Reviewed By Kellie R
We went rafting with The Adventure Company twice this summer. Mike was our guide each time and he was great. He's very engaging, and knows so much about the Canyon. We learned a lot and had a good time. The 1/2 day intermediate was perfect for everyone in our group of beginners.
8. Browns Canyon Intermediate Rafting Trip with Transportation
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 55 reviews
Take a trip on the Arkansas River with a 7-hour rafting adventure to Browns Canyon National Monument. Ride epic rapids such as Pinball, Zoom Flume, and Big Drop. The unique combination of exciting whitewater, spectacular canyon scenery, great mountain views of some of Colorado’s highest mountains, and the opportunities to spot wildlife make this the ideal rafting trip. Exciting enough for seasoned paddlers, but not too scary for first-timers. Tour includes round-trip transportation and a fajita buffet lunch. Choose from one of three pickup locations (Breckenridge, Frisco, or Keystone) when you book.
Inclusions: Round trip transportation from Summit County (Breckenridge, Frisco, and Keystone), Ultimate Fajita Feast Buffet Lunch, All fees and taxes included, Use of equipment, Local guide, Lunch
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Gratuities, Sanitized Wetsuit Package (available to rent), Digital Photos (available to purchase)
Reviewed By Kellie R
We went rafting with The Adventure Company twice this summer. Mike was our guide each time and he was great. He's very engaging, and knows so much about the Canyon. We learned a lot and had a good time. The 1/2 day intermediate was perfect for everyone in our group of beginners.
9. Granite Via Ferrata Climbing Experience in Buena Vista
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
A Via Ferrata, which means “iron way” in Italian, is a method of mountaineering & rock climbing that’s been used in Europe for centuries. Via Ferrata courses use a combination of ladders, rungs, rails, cables and bridges to aid in moving across and up a cliff face. The Iron Way in Idaho Springs is an assisted rock climbing guided tour where guests clip into cables that run along the side of a cliff. They then move along a designated path of iron rungs and bridges to move across, and along the way they will be required to clip in and out of the cable to progress through the course. This is made possible through an advanced internal locking system in the carabiners. Each guest will have 2 carabiners connected to bungee-style lanyards on their harness. The internal locking system makes it impossible to clip out of both at the same time, insuring that climbers are connected to the cable of the course at all times.
Inclusions: Local guide, All taxes, fees and handling charges
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By Nathan S
Hunter and Spencer was our guide on our zip lining adventure. We had an awesome time. They both were very knowledgeable and made everyone very comfortable. We will be back just because of them!! Thanks again Hunter and Spencer for a great time!!!!
10. The Numbers: Classic Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 40 reviews
The Numbers Rafting is the ultimate Colorado rafting adventure! Experience the non-stop thrills and excitement of rafting in Colorado at the headwaters of the Arkansas River. You’ll navigate through tight passages, steep drops, and continuous action on this incredible Colorado river rafting trip.
Inclusions: Colorado State Park Use & Land Access Fees, Certified Professional Guide, Required Equipment (PFD, Helmet, Paddle), Wetsuit Package (Wetsuit, Splash Jacket, River Shoes)
Exclusions: Guide Gratuity, Souvenir Photos (available for purchase)
Reviewed By F1915CRkatk
Such a great experience, the staff there is amazing! Everything from rafting, to scouting to jumping into the water was a blast! Thank you Allison, Trevor, Dylan and Tom!
