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    Raft The Numbers Private Whitewater Tour In Buena Vista

    Paddle a private raft through The Numbers’ continuous whitewater

    5.0 stars• 3K reviews

    Duration

    Up to 3 Hours

    Includes

    Private guide, Wetsuit package

    Highlights

    Take on The Numbers, a narrow, rocky, technical stretch known for relentless drops and continuous whitewater. This private trip keeps your group with your own raft(s) and guide(s) from start to finish.

    • Tackle one of the most difficult commercially rafted river sections in the state
    • Raft privately with your own guide and no outside groups
    • Choose a 9:00 am or 1:00 pm departure time
    • Check in 45 minutes before departure at the Buena Vista Rafting Outpost
    • Plan for up to 3 hours total time depending on conditions
    • Bring extra money for guide gratuity, photos, and souvenirs

    What's Included

    • 2mm neoprene wetsuit
    • Splash jacket
    • Neoprene river shoes

    Things to know

    Minimum age is 15 years old.

    Cancellation Policy

    For groups under 10: full refund if you cancel more than 72 hours before departure; no changes or refunds within 72 hours. For groups of 10+: full refund if you cancel more than 1 week before departure; no changes or refunds within 1 week. Trips may be altered due to water levels without refunds or credits.

    Product ID: BC52JY

    FAQs

    Wear a swimsuit and quick-drying clothes (no cotton, no denim). Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and dry clothes and a towel for after your trip.

    Your trip includes a free wetsuit package: a stretchy 2mm neoprene wetsuit, a splash jacket, and neoprene river shoes.

    You raft with your own raft(s) and guide(s) and you won’t be paired with anyone outside your group. Your guide will greet you after check-in and stay with you through the adventure.

    Meeting details

    Buena Vista Rafting Outpost

    Experience provided by American Adventure Expeditions

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    Private Tour for 2

    $398.40

    Price per person

    0

    Private Tour for 3

    $265.58

    Price per person

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    Private Tour for 4

    $210.24

    Price per person

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    Review summary

    5.0
    Excellent
    3K reviews•Google Maps
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    The guides here really make the experience. Reviewers consistently name-drop their rafting leaders like Max, Emma, Sam, Kyla, and Captain Kirk, praising not just their river expertise but their personalities and ability to make everyone comfortable. First-timers especially appreciate how the staff gets them rowing confidently while keeping things fun and safe, even in challenging conditions like cold snow melt or higher water levels. What stands out is the extra effort this outfit puts into the experience. Beyond just navigating rapids, guides share wildlife knowledge (think bighorn sheep sightings and bird facts), stop for rock jumping, and genuinely connect with families and nervous beginners alike. The quality gear keeps people comfortable even in frigid conditions, and the skilled instruction means groups feel capable rather than terrified at the tricky spots. Multiple families left already planning their return trips, which says plenty about the lasting impression this crew makes on the Arkansas River.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Did a cousins trip to Twin Lakes. While there we had an amazing time white water rafting with Logan and Max, our guides! They were not just knowledgeable but also really passionate about the sport, which made the experience even more enjoyable. We got to climb an embankment and walk along a railroad track, adding a bit of adventure to our day—definitely not for the faint of heart! Log jam! While their jokes could use a little work (I mean, a two-legged cow and their boss’s wife? Haha), they kept the mood light and very fun. Deja Vu Rock was a highlight, and it was fascinating to hear about it over and over again. Not. Haha. Overall, the entire crew was fantastic, and we would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone looking for a fun day outdoors!

    Photo of JAY SISCO

    JAY SISCO

    August 31, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Did a cousins trip to Twin Lakes. While there we had an amazing time white water rafting with Logan and Max, our guides! They were not just knowledgeable but also really passionate about the sport, which made the experience even more enjoyable. We got to climb an embankment and walk along a railroad track, adding a bit of adventure to our day—definitely not for the faint of heart! Log jam! While their jokes could use a little work (I mean, a two-legged cow and their boss’s wife? Haha), they kept the mood light and very fun. Deja Vu Rock was a highlight, and it was fascinating to hear about it over and over again. Not. Haha. Overall, the entire crew was fantastic, and we would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone looking for a fun day outdoors!

    Photo of JAY SISCO

    JAY SISCO

    August 31, 2026

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