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White Water Rafting Trips

Rafting trips on six rivers from 1/4 day to 10 days in length.

Arkansas River White Water Rafting Trips, CO

America’s most popular river near Denver & Colorado Springs.

Salt River Trips, Arizona

World-class whitewater near Phoenix & Tucson.

Family Rafting Trips

Choose from a variety of family & group-friendly rafting trips.

Royal Gorge & Numbers

The most challenging rafting trips on the Arkansas River.

Multi-Day Getaways

Rafting combined with riverside camping or bed & breakfasts.

Land-Based Adventures

Enjoy a horseback ride, Jeep tour or downhill mountain bike trip.

Narrows Full Day Rafting Trip Arkansas River Whitewater

The Longest Most Action Packed Day of Non-Stop White Water in Colorado

Arkansas River Narrows Whitewater Rafting The Narrows Express Full-Day trip begins north of Buena Vista and combines the thrills of the Narrows Half-Day and the excitement of the Browns Canyon Full-Day for the longest, most action packed, full-day trip around.

The Narrows Express offers high mileage, nonstop action, especially at high water. Here, the thrill is in successfully making the technical moves between boulders in fast, choppy water. The river is very fast here with very few calm pools. Be ready to maneuver through drops, falls and rock gardens the entire time. Rollicking whitewater rapids such as Frog Rock, The Miracle Mile, and House Rock are some of the more memorable drops you will encounter. The Arkansas River Narrows are lined with more lush vegetation than other sections of the river and offers great views of Buena Vista’s snow covered 14,000′ Collegiate Peaks.

We will stop for lunch at our private riverside picnic area located adjacent to our office. You have access to our office and your car at this time if you need to make adjustments to your clothing or just want to dry off or use the flush toilets. There is hot chocolate always available.

After lunch we have about an hour of scenic and gentle water to enjoy before entering Browns Canyon with is defined by powerful well-defined drops such as Zoom Flume, Big Drop and The Seven Stairs.

The Details:

Where to Meet:	Wilderness Aware Headquarters, Buena Vista, CO (Get Directions)
Daily Launches:	May 1 to September 3
Length:	26 miles
Difficulty:	Class III-IV
Experience Level:	Suitable for Adventurous Beginners
Departure Time:	9:00 AM
Adult Price:	$117
Child Price (Ages 10+): Minimum Weight 60 lbs.	$117 Minimum age and weight increases during high flows in May and June.
Please arrive at least 30-45 minutes prior to departure time. This allows you time to check in, relax, and enjoy our complimentary breakfast before your trip leaves. Breakfast is available 7:30 am to 10:00 am. Price listed does not include land and water access fees. Book a group and every 14th member of your group rafts for free! Group Rates!