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4.9(4,322 reviews)

The Numbers 1/2 Day Rafting Trip - Buena Vista

From$104
4 hours
Buena Vista, USA

About this activity

A high adrenaline half day rafting trip on the Arkansas River featuring the Numbers’ famous Class IV rapids - fast, technical, and action packed, led by expert guides for experienced and adventurous paddlers.

Highlights

  • Ride the state’s most consistent Class IV flow, powered by Twin Lakes & Clear Creek Reservoirs.
  • Charge through six Class IV rapids.
  • Paddle beneath the Collegiate Peaks, Colorado’s 14,000-foot giants.
  • Share thrills with family, friends, and new friends.
  • Spot wildlife like bighorn sheep, beavers, and otters.

Full description

Take on Colorado’s most adrenaline pumping half-day rafting trip on the Arkansas River with a run through The Numbers. This action packed stretch is famous for its fast moving current and nearly continuous Class IV whitewater, delivering powerful waves, steep drops, and heart racing rapids numbered One through Seven. Designed for adventurous guests with prior rafting experience or strong swimmers looking for a challenge, this trip packs maximum excitement into a short time frame. Expect quick maneuvering, high energy paddling, and little downtime as you charge through some of the most technical rapids in the state. Professional, certified guides lead the way, providing expert instruction and a strong focus on safety while keeping the fun level high. If you’re short on time but craving big rapids and a true Colorado whitewater rush, the Numbers ½ Day trip delivers nonstop thrills from start to finish.

 

Included / Excluded

  • Professional, interpretive, and entertaining guides.
  • Helmets and Coastguard approved Personal Floatation Devices
  • Roundtrip transportation from the meet location
  • Industry-leading river equipment
  • Safety orientation and paddle instruction
  • Lunch/Snacks
  • Gratuities
  • Wetsuit Boot Rentals

Meeting point

Start Location

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

Important information

Know before you book

  • All participants must be ages 15+.
  • Rafting is not recommended for people who are pregnant or have underlying heart or pulmonary conditions.
  • We reserve the right to switch river/locations based on current conditions.
  • This is an active trip, paddling is required!

Know before you go

  • This trip meets in Buena Vista, Colorado.
  • There are bathrooms & changing rooms at the meet location.
  • Depending on the weather and water temperatures, wetsuits may be required. We have rentals available for free. If you're planning on using a wetsuit, we recommend wearing a swimsuit or quick dry clothing underneath— no birthday suits allowed!

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(4,322 reviews)
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Lisa
Sep 2026
5.0

our guide was very friendly, knowledgeable and kept the tour moving at a great pace! very comfortable ride thru the park and they offered us water, Gatorade or sodas along the way. I would definitely recommend this company again

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Connie Larive
Sep 2026
5.0

Greetins, Darren ( might have different spelling) was wonderful! Very interesting and informative. Constantly looking out for everyone. Seemed to know each person's limitations of the activities. Mild to Wild company recommend by my group. Sincerely Connie Larive. September 14th.date of trip.

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Betsy Collie Senior SFG
Sep 2026
5.0

Tom was a great river guide! We enjoyed the half day rafting down the Colorado river. Great Conversation, swimming down the river was also a highlight!

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