Numbers Extreme Whitewater Rafting

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

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Extreme Colorado white water rafting on the Arkansas River in Buena Vista is for experienced rafters or adventurous beginners in good physical condition. The Numbers sections offers some of the most technical white water rafting in Colorado. Be prepared for a full body workout as your professional river guide directs your group through each back to back rapid. Enjoy scenic views of the 14,000 foot Collegiate Peaks and cottonwood lined riverbanks between paddle strokes

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Minimum age is 14 years (increases at high water during late May and early June)

Section may close during high water (late May through early June)

Vegetarian and gluten free options available, please advise at time of booking if required

A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Not available for pregnant women

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Professional river guide

Transportation to and from the river

National Park fees

Use of helmet, personal flotation devices and necessary river equipment

Lunch on full-day trips only

Gratuities

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

High water/ cool weather river gear (wetsuits, splash jackets, and river shoes)

What To Expect

Arkansas River

The most popular whitewater rafting river in Colorado.

5 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Wilderness Aware Rafting

Meet at our riverside headquarters located just 2 miles South of Buena Vista, Colorado 30-45 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time. Upon arrival our helpful staff will direct you on how to prepare for the day and will make recommendations about rental gear (wetsuits, splash jackets and river shoes) based on weather/ water conditions. After getting changed into your river clothes and receiving a comprehensive safety orientation, we will transport you about 15 minutes to the river put-in location. After paddling through 6 miles of the heart pumping rapids of the Numbers section you will either end your half-day trip and return to our office, or if you are doing the full-day trip you will enjoy a riverside lunch. The full-day trip then continues into the technical class III-IV Narrows section and ends at our office take-out. Don't forget to view your photos before saying good bye to your guide!

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Morning Half-Day Numbers Raft

This half-day tour is perfect for those short on time and looking for an adventure of a lifetime. This class IV-V whitewater section is suitable for participants in good physical condition.

Afternoon Half-Day Numbers

This afternoon class IV-V whitewater rafting trip is perfect for experienced rafters and those in good physical condition. Join us for an afternoon of extreme fun!

Full-Day Numbers Raft

Start your day off with a bang in exciting class IV-V whitewater in the Numbers and the technical class III-IV Narrows section after lunch. Perfect fun filled day for those in good physical condition.

Reviews

4.77

43 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Thrilling Whitewater Adventure on the Numbers
winchy03,
Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an incredible full-day trip with Ashley and Sunny on the Numbers! The rapids offered the perfect mix of excitement and challenge, all set against a backdrop of stunning canyon walls and breathtaking mountain views. Ashley and Sunny were not only fun and engaging but also highly skilled and knowledgeable, making us feel safe while keeping the energy high. An unforgettable experience, can’t recommend it enough!
We had a great time rafting the numbers.
W1217SElauran,
Aug 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great time rafting the numbers. Gatlin was our guide. He was professional, knowledgeable and accommodating. We have rafted with several different companies in the past and Wilderness Aware tops them all. We will definitely raft again with WA.
Awesome experience
Journey299445,
Aug 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was the second white water rafting experience for our family and it surpassed all our expectations. Our guide for the numbers was Gatlin; he is extremely knowledgeable and encouraged us to follow his directions for a great experience. Bonus we surprised to see a bear!
Fun raft trip on Numbers
Erin S,
Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had such a great time on our half day rafting adventure with Gatlin as our guide. Although we went during the end of the season when the water was running lower, the company made sure we had the right raft to ensure we still had a ton of fun! We would recommend this company.
Great Numbers trip!
kylelH6639RN,
Aug 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an great time rafting the numbers/narrows with our guide Gatlin! First time on class IV and it was awesome and a good workout. Looking forward to doing this river next time with Gatlin at higher flows. He also made a good lunch spread. Props to the photographer, we got some great pics!
Go!
Seaside745150,
Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had the best day on the river! Gomez had some amazing technical skills- he kept us safe, taught us some things about the river, and made the day really fun. My teenagers loved it. The lunch was yummy. Highly recommend.
Adventure Awaits - Fun for All
kristensR7931HB,
Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was such a great time! Our guide - Gatlin was so experienced and navigated the river with ease. From the time you put into the water you are in for excitement. There is not a dull moment on your wild ride down the rapids. Towards the end of the tour you experience the man made rapids in Buena Vista that kayakers use to practice for competitions. Such fun!
Amazing Tour and Fun on the River
Kristen S,
Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This is a great tour company! We had the best guides Gatlin and Danny. If I could give them more than 5 stars I would. They knew the river well and were a lot of fun to spend the day with. Class 4 and 5 rapids will give you a workout! Amazing day! We will come back!
Best rafting ever!
sumdog99,
Jul 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The river was crazy fun and the rapids kept us laughing and smiling the whole time. Our guide Greta was fantastic and kept us going strong and staying safe. The first part was a gorgeous drift through the valley and the second half was consistently rapids with fun twists and turns! Glad to hear they clean the wetsuits after each use too!
Highly recomended!
Compass400130,
May 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guides name was Justin… Justin was extremely aware of the rich history of the area and the river. He was an excellent conversationalist and kept us entertained! He kept us informed and aware of everything that was going on. He is truly a pro and made us look like Pros too! Plus he made one heck of a lunch! Thanks for everything, Justin!