Family Rafting Trip: Gentle 1-Hour River Adventure

Get acquainted with the sport of rafting on this one-hour excursion perfect for families. Appreciate stunning views of the mountains, mild splashes, and a calming river flow. This leisurely rafting experience is suitable for kids aged two years and above.

Please be aware: This entails one hour on the river!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 12847 US Hwy 24/285 - This stretch of the Arkansas River makes for a great introduction to river rafting. You can expect impressive Rocky Mountain views, some easy splashes and a lot of soul-soothing current on this 1 hour trip. And don’t bother hiring a babysitter for this gentle float, as this trip is appropriate for children as young as two…
What's Included
  • Itinerary-based accommodation included
What's Not Included
  • Digital photos (available to purchase)
  • Sanitized Wetsuit Package (available to purchase)
  • Gratuity
  • Souvenirs (available to purchase)
Additional Information
  • Minimum age is 2 years
Location
12847 US Hwy 24/285
US Highway 24/285
Departure Point: The Adventure Company Address: 12847 US Hwy 24 & 285 Buena Vista, CO 81211 Please see Ticket (Voucher) Details for the directions.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Markgr4305ui
Jul 9, 2025
San Diego Four - Myranda was are guide. She was great, knowledgable about the area to include wildlife. I would recommend this for any family that has small children.
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S2391ezkimberlyd
Jul 7, 2025
Great experience for introducing young kids to rafting. - Family-friendly, exhilarating ride for younger kids and those new to rafting. The river was high when we went, so there wasn’t a lot of whitewater, and the ride was faster than typical, but our kids (5 and 7) loved it. I imagine it would be a different experience when the river is lower, but we had a great time.
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Jamig621
Jun 10, 2025
Awesome experience. - Amazing beginner rafting trip. We had ages 7, 10, and 14 with 3 adults. Everyone had fun. This is a great way to introduce rafting to novice or kids. Guides were awesome jay and Brett were both experienced and friendly. Would definitely recommend and would go with this company!
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Todd_m
Aug 4, 2024
True Milk Run! - The float was great!!!! Perfect for a family with small children!!! Shayna was amazing!!!! My 9y/o daughter had a blast on her first float!!!
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Gotravelnow_12
Jul 3, 2024
This Grandma had a great time on the river! - What fun we had! The water levels were perfect and the sun was shining. I was, at first, hesitant to go because I'm 75 years old and starting to feel it. But, no worries -- a helping hand in and out of the raft and very few steps from drop-off to riverside meant an easy time from start to finish. There were fun swirls and twirls as well as smooth sailing with Mark, our capable guide, pointing out great nature observations. Emphasis on safety, proper outfitting of gear, and easy-to-follow river instructions made me feel ready for a great and much needed adventure. I bought my two grandsons Big Foot T-shirts in their gift shop which ended the day as a win-win for all.
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Kg_txtraveler
Jul 2, 2024
Great rafting run for children! - We took our 2 children (ages 6 & 2) on this trip and they loved it! The Adventure company had clean gear, nice changing rooms and restrooms to help us get ready. They had wet suits for the kids and jackets. After changing we bused to the river. The guide was very patient and helped everyone on the trip (we didn’t have our own raft but shared it with 2 other couples). I was worried the kids wouldn’t like it - but they really enjoyed the waves and being splashed. The guide let them paddle if they wanted to. The river was high so our trip down the river took 45 minutes. Very fun experience!
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824allisonf
Jun 24, 2024
As You Wish Rafting! - We brought our As You Wish Lifsestyle team from Denver and had a great time on the water! The lunch was amazing and our guide, Myranda, was super knowledgeable about rafting and the area. Highly recommend!
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Bruce_r
Jun 17, 2024
Great family trip! - Man did we have a blast yesterday river rafting for Father’s Day! I asked to go rafting as my gift, and we took our two young boys (11 and 8) along with the rest of the family. What a friendly, stress-free operation! Eli and her compatriots at the front desk were happy, helpful and professional. I started with a reservation for 4 and then added two separately a few hours later; Eli called me, made sure we were the same group, and put us all together - that might seem a small task, but the fact that she did it sets her apart from your typical clerk behind a counter. Our guide, Free, was a riot - just as happy and as funny as can be. And yet, standing by the river (where levels are higher than they’ve been in over a decade), he was absolutely serious and professional. As a retired Army officer, I can appreciate levity in stressful situations (it helps the nervous ones ease up), but when it comes down to the actual event at hand, you have to take safety seriously. Free embodied that concept perfectly. We had a great ride, the kids had a field day, and we couldn’t be happier. Well done, everyone!
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Britt04
Jun 8, 2024
Rolling on the river - Enjoyed our rafting trip so much! Kotty was a wonderful guide. The amount of experience and knowledge he had was evident. And he was great with our kids! Had us all laughing! 10/10 recommend.
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Amybl152gc
Aug 18, 2023
Amazing! Fun! Safe! - We had a blast on our first family rafting trip! Our Guide Shana was safe and fun the entire trip!!!
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From $98
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).