The Numbers Rafting and Granite Via Ferrata

1 day

Buena Vista, USA

About this activity

At our Buena Vista outpost located less than one hour from Breckenridge, Vail, and Aspen, you'll experience two thrilling adventures as you traverse our exciting Via Ferrata course and raft the thrilling Numbers section of the Arkansas River.

Highlights

Raft thrilling class IV rapids on the Arkansas River
Navigate narrow channels, steep drops, and canyons
Climb into the cliffside above the Arkansas River Valley
Experience Colorado's highest freefall and several ziplines
Traverse across iron rungs, ladders, and cables

Full description

At our Buena Vista outpost located one hour from Breckenridge, Vail, and Aspen, you'll experience two thrilling adventures as you traverse our Via Ferrata course built into the granite cliffside and raft the thrilling Numbers section of the Arkansas River. Our Via Ferrata course begins with a thrilling zipline to your starting point! You will ascend crags and rappel above the Arkansas River Valley, gaining magnificent views of the 14000+ foot Collegiate Peaks, as you climb across iron rungs, bars, and ladders built into the granite cliffside. On the second portion of your adventure, you will raft 6 miles of the most continuous whitewater section of the Arkansas River. With narrow channels, steep drops, technical maneuverings, and boulder-strewn canyons within the gorgeous Arkansas River Valley, the class IV Numbers rafting is adrenaline filled and perfect for those looking for a new challenge. Be sure to keep an eye out for some local wildlife like Big Horn sheep, deer, or elk.

Included / Excluded

PFD, Wetsuit
Experienced guide
Splash Jacket, & Helmet
Lunch
Via Ferrata gear

Gratuities

Meeting point

Start Location

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

Important information

Know before you book

Duration: full day
Moderate physical activity
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

4.8(1,381 reviews)

Katie Calrson

Jul 2026

5.0

We had a wonderful time zip lining. Our guides, Sienna and Quinn, were funny, talkative, happy, and overall awesome! They made our zip line tour fly by. They also were very willing to help us in any way needed when we got locked out of our car. All of the staff members were caring and willing to lend a hand if needed. Would definitely recommend!

TeAnna Friday

Jul 2026

5.0

My sister and I had an mazing experience on the zipline course! Meghan and Julia were awesome guides and informative to keep everyone safe! I would 100% go again! The course is not too high up, but does require a small hike to the first course. Half day is 6 courses, the last one being the shortest.This course requires the skill of handbraking, which can prove challenging….

J W

Jul 2026

5.0

A huge shoutout to the crew at AVA Zipline. From the beginning they went above and beyond to make sure our experience was the best. Cameron and Kyle did an outstanding job going over all the safety parts of ziplining and once out on the course they knocked it out of the park! We would HIGHLY recommend AVA to anyone in the Idaho Springs area!