All Buena Vista Tours & Excursions in 2026

Explore Buena Vista with ease and comfort on this private e-bike tour. The city’s high altitude can be difficult for those who are not accustomed to it; e-bikes make your experience easier so you can focus on your surroundings rather than pedaling.

Get your toes wet on this fun and splashy float! This trip is a gentle excursion that allows you and your family to take in all the beauty of the Arkansas River. It is perfect for first-time rafters, small children and anyone looking to have a great time in nature!

Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River stands out as a premier rafting destination, renowned for its thrilling Class 3 rapids and stunning scenery. This nationally popular run combines exhilarating whitewater with accessible thrills, making it ideal for families and those new to rafting. As you navigate the rapids, you'll enjoy the beauty of Browns Canyon National Monument, where rugged rock formations and lush greenery frame the river’s path. The clear, cool waters splash through straightforward rapids, offering an exciting yet manageable ride. Surrounded by the majestic beauty of the canyon, the experience blends adventure with picturesque views, ensuring a memorable outing for ages 6 and up.

Discover some of Colorado’s top rapids on a 3-hour whitewater rafting excursion. Offered at two daily times, you can choose a morning or afternoon trip, depending on your schedule. After basic instruction from your tour leader, suit up in a provided life vest and helmet and get ready to paddle. Together with your group, spend 1-2 hours along class III rapids, such as Raft Ripper, Zoom Flume, and Pinball.

Journey through the heart of the Rockies on our Crested Butte via Cottonwood Pass tour. This scenic drive offers an exhilarating blend of natural beauty and serene landscapes as you ascend to the summit of Cottonwood Pass, one of the highest mountain roads in Colorado. Witness panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and valleys, and revel in the lush, wildflower-filled meadows of Crested Butte, often referred to as the “Wildflower Capital of Colorado.” This tour provides not just a visual feast but also an opportunity to experience the tranquil charm of mountain towns along the way.

Why stay on the beaten path when you can see Colorado up close? Let us show you the real Rockies where the spirit of adventure is alive and the landscapes inspire awe at every turn! Our tour is unique from any other tour company you’ve likely encountered before. Off-roading, and the discovery of out-of-the-way places, is our passion and has been since coming to Colorado over 30 years ago. Here are just a few of the things that set us apart from all others: - Our tours are 100% private for your group of six or less. - Our tours range from mild to wild and, based on your preferences, are planned just for your group. - Our owner personally drives every group. - Our vehicle is a custom Toyota Land Cruiser with safety, comfort, and off-road capabilities that are unmatched by nearly any other vehicle.

Enjoy a scenic drive to Aspen via the spectacular Independence Pass, standing as Colorado’s highest paved road at 12,095 feet. This route offers stunning mountain views, rich in natural beauty and historical significance, leading you straight into the heart of Aspen. Perfect for those who appreciate both the great outdoors and a bit of leisure, this tour allows you to experience breathtaking landscapes and the charm of Aspen’s shops and cafes. Ideal for photography buffs and casual explorers alike, it promises a mix of adventure and relaxation in one of Colorado’s most iconic settings.

Embark on a scenic journey to the world-famous ski destination of Breckenridge, traveling via the 11,542’ Hoosier Pass, and then through the historic town of Leadville, the highest incorporated city in North America. This route captivates with a unique blend of historical richness and stunning alpine scenery. Ascend through rugged mountain landscapes to Breckenridge, where quaint streets and ski slopes await, then explore Leadville’s rich mining heritage. This tour is ideal for those looking to combine cultural insights with breathtaking nature and leisure in one of Colorado’s premier vacation spots.

Explore Browns Canyon National Monument in a thrilling way during this whitewater rafting excursion. A professional guide will lead you through the Arkansas River, as you drift through calm waters and tackle Class III-IV rapids. All skill levels will find that this activity is both fun and manageable no matter your experience with whitewater rafting. Keep your eyes off the water as well; wildlife, dazzling granite rock formations, and mountainous peaks might make an appearance.

Browns Canyon National Monument is a short drive south of Buena Vista; with this adventure package, climb high above the Arkansas River, catch ziplines from thrilling heights and go white water rafting through the canyon itself. Spend the morning traversing Browns Canyon Adventure Park’s exciting high-wire courses, then spend the afternoon navigating the Arkansas River’s challenging white water rapids. There are limited spaces available on the rafts each afternoon, so booking your tickets in advance is recommended to save money and avoid disappointment.

Enjoy beginner-friendly aerial adventures against the backdrop of Colorado's Rocky Mountain scenery with this private zipline experience. Pick from multiple convenient start times, and make your own way to the course. After a safety briefing, grab your helmet, strap into your harness, and soar along six different ziplines with views overlooking slot canyons and mountain terrain.

Explore Browns Canyon National Monument on a white-water rafting adventure. Spend a few hours shooting the Class III rapids, perfect for beginner or intermediate paddlers, in the company of a guide—perfect for families who want to raft together. Keep a lookout for local wildlife such as big horn sheep and blue heron as you paddle, learning about the area through your guide's commentary.

Challenge yourself to complete a thrilling, fun, and stimulating obstacle-filled adventure. Before embarking on the challenge course, guests are outfitted with gear, briefed on safety, and receive instructions. They start on easy courses and move on to more challenging routes. Designed by Swiss Alpine engineers and following ACCT and Colorado safety standards, the course ensures participants are always secure to prevent detachment while allowing freedom of movement. Staff are nearby to provide encouragement and assistance as needed.

Capture your adventurous spirit in stunning high-resolution photographs with an experienced outdoor photographer. Tailored sessions cater to athletes, brands, or anyone seeking professional images while engaging in thrilling activities like hiking, climbing, mountain biking, skiing/snowboarding or rafting. Each session includes a pre-consultation to ensure your vision is realized, with options for half-day or full-day adventures. Benefit from extensive outdoor experience and amateur guiding background as you create memorable visuals that reflect your passion and energy in the great outdoors.

If you love outdoor adventure, whitewater rafting in Colorado is a must. On this whitewater tour from Buena Vista, raft down the Arkansas River through Browns Canyon, which provides the perfect combination of alpine scenery, rapids, calm stretches and family-friendly fun. With an experienced guide, you’ll navigate boulders and rapids known as Toilet Bowl and Big Drop.

Buena Vista—or BV, as the locals say—sits right in the Collegiate Peaks, Colorado’s highest concentration of 14ers. The Arkansas River flows through it all, and on this tour, you’ll get to take in the views from the water, no experience required. Let your guide paddle your raft over bouncy wave trains and calmer sections of this wild river as you and your crew float through the beauty of central Colorado.

This half day trip tackles The Numbers, Colorado’s most continuous stretch of Class IV whitewater, delivering fast, technical rapids and nonstop action rarely found on other rivers. Guided by highly experienced trip leaders with extensive river miles and advanced safety training, you’ll take on this iconic challenge with confidence. Backed by over 30 years of family owned outfitting experience, professional safety standards, and premium equipment, it’s a high energy adventure designed for thrill seekers who want to raft with one of Colorado’s most trusted companies.

Enjoy two Colorado adventures in one day with this combo tour that begins with whitewater rafting and ends with ziplining. You'll paddle down the Arkansas River through Browns Canyon National Monument, one of the most scenic sections of the river. Then take to the treetops for a zipline experience in the mountains.

The full day Numbers trip delivers the ultimate high adrenaline rafting experience, combining the nonstop Class IV intensity of The Numbers with additional river time, scenery, and a riverside lunch. Guided by highly experienced trip leaders with advanced safety training, you’ll tackle one of Colorado’s most technical stretches of whitewater with confidence. Backed by over 30 years of family owned outfitting experience, professional safety standards, and premium equipment, this is an immersive, all day challenge for serious adventure seekers.

Paddle 'The Numbers,' a challenging section of the Arkansas River, on a thrilling white-water rafting trip from Buena Vista. You'll shoot through a series of rapids, drops, and tight channels, with continuous white water that makes for a high-adrenaline experience from beginning to end. After a morning on the water, this Arkansas River rafting trip includes a barbecue lunch, a great way to refuel and relax after a classic Colorado adventure.

Novice and advanced rafters alike agree that running Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River makes for a fun-filled day on the water. Admire canyon scenery as you head through white water, including rapids such as Pinball and Big Drop. Lunch is also included for you to enjoy partway through the trip.

Raft down Colorado’s Arkansas River in Browns Canyon on this half-day whitewater rafting adventure. Start at Buena Vista and make your way down 12 class I, II, and III rapids with your guide across 16 miles of rivers. Enjoy a delicious, locally sourced, lunch just on the banks of the river and admire the beautiful views of the Collegiate Peaks.

Experience the adrenaline-pumping excitement of a whitewater rafting adventure in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains on this professionally guided, half-day excursion. Ride along the clear, crisp waters of the Arkansas River, from the river’s source in the beautiful Arkansas Valley, with dramatic 14,000 foot peaks to the bottom of the Royal Gorge. Crash through the Class II and III rapids of the Granite Gorge and Browns Canyon National Monument whitewater. All rafting equipment — self-bailing raft, paddle, lifejacket and helmet — are included.