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Arkansas River 2 Day Rafting Trip - Buena Vista, CO

Buena Vista, USA

About this activity

A two day Arkansas River rafting adventure featuring the Numbers’ intense Class IV rapids, an overnight riverside camp, and the dramatic scenery and big water of the Royal Gorge - ideal for experienced and adventurous paddlers.

Highlights

  • Enjoy all-inclusive catered camping with 3 course dinners, cowboy breakfasts, and deli lunches.
  • Experience Colorado’s most iconic rafting sections
  • Tell campfire stories, soak up starry night skies, and relax with family and friends.
  • Relish wildlife spotings, snow capped peaks, and alpine river canyons.
  • Two days of high adventure rafting on Class III-IV rapids

Full description

Experience the ultimate overnight whitewater adventure on this two-day Arkansas River rafting trip featuring both the Numbers and the iconic Royal Gorge sections. This action packed itinerary combines Colorado’s most technical whitewater with one of its most dramatic canyon landscapes. Day one tackles the Numbers, a nearly continuous stretch of powerful Class IV rapids known for steep drops, fast currents, and demanding paddling. After a thrilling day on the river, relax at a scenic riverside camp where guides prepare hearty meals and guests enjoy a classic overnight river experience. On day two, raft through the towering walls of the Royal Gorge on the Arkansas River, passing beneath the famous bridge while navigating big, splashy rapids like Sunshine Falls and Sledgehammer. Led by professional guides, this trip is ideal for experienced rafters seeking maximum excitement, variety, and an unforgettable multi-day adventure.

Included / Excluded

  • Experienced, professional, and interpretive guides
  • Meals, Snacks, and Beverages
  • Coast Guard-approved Personal Flotation Devices, Helmets, and Splash Jackets
  • Pre-Trip Orientation
  • Safety Orientation and River Navigation Instruction
  • Gratuities
  • Camping Equipment Rentals

Meeting point

Start Location

Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours, U.S. 24, Buena Vista, CO, USA

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

4.9(4,925 reviews)
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Nelson Licon
Jul 2026
5.0

Excellent job to the team members at Mild to Wild. From booking to the actual tours, Excellent job. Anne was Excellent on the Mesa Verda tour, knowledgeable and answered all the questions we had. Excellent job to our jeep tour guide Paul H, made the trip enjoyable. Showed us some beautiful country. Would definitely recommend Mild to Wild to anyone. Will definitely book thru them again on our next trip. Thank you!!!

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Cynthia Bounds
Jul 2026
5.0

We had such an awesome time on the Animas River. Our first time on the water. I was very nervous, but the instructions given and the expertise of our guide Lydia helped so much. I even jumped into the water. One of the best experiences ever. I would totally recommend this 100%. Thanks so much.

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Betty Phillips
Jul 2026
5.0

Eli was super nice funny and he was super helpful. When we needed it. He made your all the kids were safe on board and made us have a much better time on the mild to wild rafting. White water. Rafting was fun. Eli makes a lot of things better.

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