river rafting in colorado

We have just closed our books on the 2016 rafting season and boy was it a fun summer! We wanted to give a huge shout out to our large groups that came through this summer and all of the families and friends that rallied their troops to experience the wonders…

Better Workout – When the river is running slower and there are more rocks showing due to the lower water levels, you paddle more. That’s just how it works. In more advanced sections you will need to paddle to help your guide avoid rocks and navigate tighter lines. In the…

If you love the outdoors, you probably scan through Instagram to get some inspiration for your next adventure. We decided to put together a short list of our top five Instagram accounts for you to follow in hopes of inspiring you to explore the beauty of Colorado and the Rocky…

Archie has been a guide with American Adventure Expeditions since 2003 but has over 14 years of experience whitewater rafting and guiding. His daily tasks as the head boatman in Buena Vista include rigging boats, checking river water levels, organizing guests into boats, managing 20+ raft guides, making sure that…

It’s the mountains and the rivers of this state that make it truly unique, and there is no better way to experience them both than with a little ‘on water and off road’ adventure. Our Colorado Rafting + ATV combo package includes plenty of rapids on Colorado’s most popular river,…

River rafting in Colorado allows you to capture the outdoors at its best. Whether you are looking for an extreme ride through narrow twists and turns, or are looking for a family- friendly weekend adventure, Arkansas River rafting is calling your name!

River rafting in Colorado is the optimal get away- if only for one day over the weekend. Colorado is one of the best places to experience white water thrills, and the Arkansas River rafting does not disappoint!

Colorado is one of the lucky states that allows outdoor activities to be experienced year-round.  In the warmer parts of the year, river rafting in Colorado is one if the most popular activities that this state has to offer.  It is also one of the few that is not only…

The season for white water rafting has officially begun and AAE is the place to be! With the cold weather being replaced by sunny skies, now is your chance to book your Arkansas River rafting trip.  American Adventure has been your #1 guide for river rafting in Colorado for over…