The Gauntlet Rafting Full Day

1 day

Buena Vista, USA

About this activity

Less than 1 hour from Breckenridge, Aspen, and Vail experience the wildest rafting offered on the Arkansas River in Colorado from our Buena Vista location.

Highlights

11 miles of intense class V rapids
An extreme adventure experience
Steep rapids and large drops
Includes lunch on the river
Experience beautiful Arkansas River & wildlife

Full description

Less than 1 hour from Breckenridge, Aspen, and Vail experience the wildest rafting offered on the Arkansas River in Colorado from our Buena Vista location. The Gauntlet whitewater rafting trip is a must for any adventure seeker! This adventure takes you on an 11 mile ride through class IV and V rapids, some of the steepest and most intense rapids in Colorado, and features steep drops, technical maneuvers, and extreme whitewater. This is by far the most intense rafting on the Arkansas River and will be a thrilling adventure for the wildest and more experienced rafters!

Included / Excluded

PFD, Wetsuit
Lunch
Splash Jacket, & Helmet

Gratuities

Meeting point

Start Location

AVA Rafting & Zipline, U.S. 24, Buena Vista, CO, USA

Important information

Know before you book

Duration: full day
Must be in good physical condition
Minimum age: 15

Know before you go

Check confirmation location and time
Read and sign liability waiver
Have fun!

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Cancellations made prior to 7pm the night before will receive a 90% refund.

Reviews

5.0(11 reviews)

Debra

Sep 2025

5.0

Our guides were Lexie and Tommy and they made our trip so much fun! If you are allowed to request guides, request them if you are looking for music (oldies), singing and dancing while you wait your turn, light-heartedness, history about the area, strong sense of safety, and complete joy. There were 6 ziplines, each with their own unique adventure through the Rocky Mountains. Highly recommend.

Andrew

Sep 2025

5.0

Fun and exciting

GetYourGuide traveler

Aug 2025

5.0

It was excellent! Our guide Isaiah was tremendous and made the whole experience fun and interesting. Will be going again!

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