Tackle The Numbers rapids, then soak at a Colorado hot springs with BBQ lunch
Up to 8 Hours
BBQ lunch, wetsuit package
Take on the advanced rapids of The Numbers, then unwind with a soak at a Colorado hot springs. Your day includes BBQ-style lunch at the Riverside Beer Garden.
Minimum age is 15 years old. Bring extra money for add-ons like guide gratuity, photos, and souvenirs.
Groups under 10: full refund if you cancel more than 72 hours before departure; no refunds within 72 hours. Groups of 10+: full refund if you cancel more than 1 week before departure; no refunds within 1 week. Operator may alter trip due to water levels with no refund or credit.
Product ID: CXPHDH
Wear a swimsuit and quick-drying clothes (no cotton, no denim). Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and dry clothes and a towel for after your trip.
Bring your hot springs passes (pick them up at the Buena Vista Rafting Outpost), plus a swimsuit, sunglasses, sunscreen, and dry clothes and a towel for after your soak.
Use the free wetsuit package included on all trips: a 2mm neoprene wetsuit, a splash jacket, and river shoes.
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.
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!
JAY SISCO
August 31, 2026
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!
JAY SISCO
August 31, 2026
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