Family Float Beginners Rafting Adventure
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12 Ratings
Buena Vista

Get your toes wet on this fun and splashy float! This trip is a gentle excursion that allows you and your family to take in all the beauty of the Arkansas River.

It is perfect for first-time rafters, small children and anyone looking to have a great time in nature!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Arkansas River - This beginner rafting adventure through Class I & II white water is perfect for the first-timer or groups with small children.

A gentle excursion that allows you to take in the beautiful surroundings from the unique view of the Arkansas River, the Family Float is perfect for those seeking some quality time in nature.

What's Included
  • Wetsuit Package (Wetsuit, Splash Jacket, River Shoes)
  • Certified Professional Guide
  • Required Equipment (PFD, Helmet, Paddle)
What's Not Included
  • Guide Gratuity
  • Souvenir Photos
Additional Information
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Must check in 45 minutes prior to trip departure time
  • Must be age 5+
Location
12844 US-24 #285
U.S. 24
The trip departs from our Buena Vista Rafting Outpost. Check in 45 minutes prior to departure.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(12 Ratings)
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Dora
Aug 11, 2023
Fun and safe family floating - We had a wonderful time with Tom, he was super friendly with our kids and a really funny guy. Really recommend for families with young children.
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Jet795605
Aug 10, 2023
Family friendly fun - Zach was great. He entertained the kids and adults. This was my 6 year olds first raft trip and he was nervous but all of us had a great time! On to bigger rapids next time!
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Kellycp1891qz
Aug 2, 2023
Sleepy Nate was awesome and Nasty Nate is cool too. - Sleepy Nate made our adventure super fun. It was a majority of my family’s first time rafting including my five year old niece. This was a perfect level for the amount of experience. Highly recommend.
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Casey
Jul 23, 2023
Family Must Do - Everything about this was awesome! KK was so amazing! We ❤️ her! The kids had so much fun. My daughter is 7 but the size of a 5 year old so I wasn’t sure where to start her…family float is a great intro. We’re going back tomorrow to do the class III rapids. Great staff. Beautiful scenery. Must do if you are in CO. We drove in from Breck and it was an easy drive!
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P8917iakatherinet
Jul 17, 2023
Run, don’t walk to American Adventure Expeditions! - My family of six went on the family float today and we had the absolute best time! Our raft guide, Sam, was amazing!! He had us laughing and he was so great with our four kiddos all under the age of 10. The experience exceeded our expectations; if you’re considering an excursion with your family, look no further and request Sam “Smilie”!
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Sonja
Jul 10, 2023
Ask for Gabby or Keely to be your guides. They’re the best and made our trip down the Arkansas river and absolute blast! - Gabby and Keely were our AMAZING guides on our Family Float today. We had so much fun! We can’t wait to do it again next year!
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Tx_teach07
Jul 4, 2023
Fun - Nate was an excellent guide for our family of five. Nate was helpful and knowledgeable. We had a blast and would highly recommended.
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Youonlyliveoncepat
Jul 2, 2023
Family Float - American Adventure, Sleepy Nate and all of their staff were great! We did the family float and it was an amazing experience! Beautiful day on the river! Great introduction for beginners.
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Jpshamshoian
Jun 28, 2023
Family Float Success!!! - Sleepy Nate and Keely were awesome. They handled 2 five year olds and a few other little perfectly. An absolute pleasure of an experience. Professional, safe, and gorgeous!
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C9394zomikep
Jun 21, 2023
Would do it again. - Fun family trip ages 9-54. The rafting was both relaxing and exciting. The rafting guide (from Oklahoma and future lawyer, cannot remember his name) did a fantastic job making the experience memorable, entertaining and educational. This was my 9 year olds first rafting experience and she cannot wait to go again. A lot of that was due to the guides ability to make the whole experience fun.
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