Looking for the perfect experience gift in Buena Vista, Colorado? Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just-because moment, nothing beats giving someone a real experience. We've curated the best local activities and adventures in Buena Vista — from adrenaline-pumping track days to relaxing food tours and everything in between. Every experience listed here can be booked directly through the original operator, so you're always getting the real deal.
Things to Do in Buena Vista
- Browns Canyon Half Day Rafting Adventure on the Arkansas River - Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River stands out as a premier rafting destination, renowned for its thrilling Class 3 rapids and stunning scenery. This nationally popular run combines exhilarating white (from $0.00)
- Chaffee County Adventure Tour with a Professional Photographer - Capture your adventurous spirit in stunning high-resolution photographs with an experienced outdoor photographer. Tailored sessions cater to athletes, brands, or anyone seeking professional images whi (from $0.00)
- Breckenridge via Hoosier Pass Private Colorado Adventure Tour - Embark on a scenic journey to the world-famous ski destination of Breckenridge, traveling via the 11,542’ Hoosier Pass, and then through the historic town of Leadville, the highest incorporated city i (from $0.00)
- Half Day Numbers Rafting Adventure - The Numbers Rafting is the ultimate Colorado rafting adventure! Experience the non-stop thrills and excitement of rafting in Colorado at the headwaters of the Arkansas River. You’ll navigate through t (from $0.00)
- 3 Hour E Bike Tour to St. Elmo Ghost Town - Unique E-Bike Experience: Effortlessly explore 20 miles of Colorado’s Sawatch Range with electric bikes, blending adventure and ease. Scenic Chalk Creek Canyon: Ride through stunning landscapes with (from $0.00)
- Rentals: 1-Day TUBE (Single) - Take your own non guided adventure on the Arkansas River. Float through the Salida play waves and walk the river path to do it again, or grab a shuttle, or shuttle your own vehicle and take a long flo (from $0.00)
- Rentals: 1-Day Personal Floatation Device PFD - Personal Flotation Devices are a necessary thing to have any time you are going to be in the river. Various sizes available for all day rental. (from $0.00)
- Rental: 1-Day Stand-Up Paddleboard SUP - Pick up a SUP take it to the river or a lake and learn or paddle on your own. A lesson is recommended, but if you have experience then paddle on! PFD, Helmet, and Paddle included. Don't forget to brin (from $0.00)
- Rentals: 1-Day Inflatable Kayak (Single) - Rent an IK (ducky) and forget about the confines of a hardshell kayak or standing tall on a SUP as you pilot one of the most forgiving and maneuverable crafts available for going down river. A shuttle (from $0.00)
- Crested Butte via Cottonwood Pass Private Colorado Adventure Tour - Journey through the heart of the Rockies on our Crested Butte via Cottonwood Pass tour. This scenic drive offers an exhilarating blend of natural beauty and serene landscapes as you ascend to the summ (from $0.00)
- Aspen via Independence Pass Private Colorado Adventure Tour - Enjoy a scenic drive to Aspen via the spectacular Independence Pass, standing as Colorado’s highest paved road at 12,095 feet. This route offers stunning mountain views, rich in natural beauty and his (from $0.00)
- Half Day Numbers Rafting Trip - The Numbers Half Day Adventure features constant, challenging whitewater within the Numbers Section (Class IV) of the Arkansas River. This trip offers continuous, action-filled rafting with pour-overs (from $0.00)
- 2 Hour eBike Tour of the Midland Tunnels - Historic Midland Tunnels: Ride through four iconic railroad tunnels, steeped in Buena Vista’s mining history. Scenic Arkansas River: Enjoy stunning river views alongside the dramatic Collegiate Peaks (from $0.00)
- Rentals: 1-Day Raft Accessories (PFD | Helmet | Splash Jacket) 1 person - Single bundle recommended with boat rentals: Individual's Personal Gear required for your river safety. (from $0.00)
- Numbers Half-Day Whitewater Rafting from Buena Vista - Looking for that true “Colorado Rocky Mountain high”? The Numbers section of the Arkansas River got its name in the late 1800s by local miners who viewed the rapids as non-navigable landmarks. They w (from $0.00)
- 1-Day Arkansas River - The Numbers Rafting Trip - Experience the Numbers, a challenging, fast-paced technical section of the Arkansas River. Professional and knowledgeable guides will take you though one of the most exhilarating sections the Ark has (from $0.00)
- Browns Canyon Sizzler 6-Hour Whitewater Rafting Experience from Buena Vista - The Browns Canyon Sizzler offers thrilling whitewater appropriate for everyone in your group, and first-time rafters through experienced river rats will enjoy navigating moderate rapids through the ma (from $0.00)
- Numbers Extreme Whitewater Rafting - 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 t (from $0.00)
- Lower Browns Canyon Mildwater Float Trip - A wonderful family friendly white water rafting trip in Colorado! Splash, swim, and take in the stunning views while a professional river guide rows you down the river without the interruption of padd (from $0.00)
- Half-Day Arkansas River - The Numbers Rafting Tour - The Numbers Class III-IV: Test your endurance and paddle experience with whitewater adventure in the high country with big splashes and fast rapids. On this 2-3-hour trip, you'll run the Numbers 1-10 (from $0.00)
- Browns Canyon Half Day Intermediate Whitewater Rafting Tour - Enjoy the beauty and excitement of Browns Canyon National Monument on a half day whitewater rafting tour down the Arkansas River. Your guide will go over safety procedures, paddling techniques and tel (from $0.00)
- Zipline Tour - The Lost Canyon Zipline Tour is a true Colorado eco-adventure. Not only will you experience heart-pounding, leg-shaking thrills as you soar across ancient canyons, but you’ll learn about the history, (from $0.00)
- Browns Canyon Half-Day Whitewater Rafting Tour from Buena Vista - Raft the nation's favorite stretch of river, 10 miles through Browns Canyon Arkansas River. Together with the rest of the crew in your boat, you will work to negotiate the intermediate (family-level) (from $0.00)
- Full Day Numbers Rafting Adventure - The Numbers rafting is the ultimate Colorado rafting adventure! Experience the non-stop thrills and excitement of rafting in Colorado at the headwaters of the Arkansas River. You’ll navigate through t (from $0.00)
- Browns Canyon Rafting Adventure - Embark on this half day rafting trip through Browns Canyon National Monument. Great class III (beginner/intermediate) adventure for the entire family. Choose between either morning or afternoon trips. (from $0.00)
- 1-Day Arkansas River - Browns Canyon Rafting Trip - Situated in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, the Arkansas River threads its way through a vacationer's paradise. From the river's source in the beautiful Arkansas Valley with dramatic 14,000 (from $0.00)
- Browns Canyon Full Day Intermediate Whitewater Rafting Tour - Enjoy the beauty and excitement of Browns Canyon National Monument on a full day whitewater rafting tour down the Arkansas River. Your guide will go over safety procedures, paddling techniques and tel (from $0.00)
- Granite Via Ferrata Climbing Experience in Buena Vista - A Via Ferrata, which means “iron way” in Italian, is a method of mountaineering & rock climbing that’s been used in Europe for centuries. Via Ferrata courses use a combination of ladders, rungs, rails (from $0.00)
- Full Day Intermediate Rafting Trip in Browns Canyon - Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River is our most popular trip! This in an intermediate trip but also not too scary for first-timers. The unique combination of lots of exciting whitewater, spectacular c (from $0.00)
- Park and Paddle Package - Our most popular Colorado adventure vacation package for families, groups and individuals! 2 fun and thrilling activities, 1 great day! Combine rafting on Colorado's #1 stretch of whitewater with the (from $0.00)
- Brown's Canyon Half Day - Colorado's most popular whitewater rafting trip. Exciting moderate level whitewater through Brown's Canyon National Monument. Spectacular scenery and lots of thrills and memories for a lifetime. (from $0.00)
- Full Day Browns Canyon Rafting - Raft through Browns Canyon National Monument and experience the fun and excitement of Colorado's #1 stretch of whitewater. This full day small group trip extends 16 miles and the fun of the half-day B (from $0.00)
- Rent an E-Bike and experience a fun, new way to explore Buena Vista, CO! - Fat tire E-Bikes(electric bicycles) are an awesome way to have fun exploring the Buena Vista, CO area. They level the playing field for all in your group and help to overcome the altitude and wind iss (from $0.00)
- Half Day Browns Canyon Rafting Adventure - Browns Canyon rafting trips contain the perfect combination of Colorado scenery and adventure and are great for the whole family. If you are considering Rafting in Colorado, Browns Canyon is a must. T (from $0.00)
- Browns Canyon Intermediate Rafting Trip Half Day - Browns Canyon on the Arkansas River is our most popular trip! The unique combination of lots of exciting whitewater, spectacular canyon scenery, great mountain views of some of Colorado’s highest moun (from $0.00)
- Brown's Canyon Full Day Rafting - Colorado's most popular whitewater rafting trip trough Brown's Canyon National Monument. Enjoy spectacular scenery and thrilling whitewater on this professionally guided river trip. (from $0.00)
- Browns Canyon Full Day Rafting Adventure - Brown’s Canyon rafting trips contain the perfect combination of Colorado scenery and adventure and are great for the whole family. If you are considering Rafting in Colorado, Brown’s Canyon is a must! (from $0.00)
- Browns Canyon National Monument Whitewater Rafting - Enjoy the experience of a lifetime with family friendly Colorado rafting through Browns Canyon National Monument on the Arkansas River. Exciting class III-IV rapids intermixed with calm water in betwe (from $0.00)
- Half-Day Whitewater Rafting in Browns Canyon - Visit our website to book directly with Noah's. www.noahsark.com Adventure together through class II-III+ rapids on the Arkansas River with Noah's Ark. Our tours put-in at our private put-in on our ri (from $0.00)
- Numbers Half Day Arkansas River Intermediate Rafting Trip - The Numbers section of the Arkansas River is renowned for its thrilling Class 4 rapids, delivering nonstop excitement and challenges for experienced rafters and daring newcomers alike. This exhilarati (from $0.00)
- 1-Day Arkansas River - Salida Canyon Rafting Tour - Family-friendly class II-III section of the Arkansas River perfect for young and seniors. Browns Canyon National Monument borders the rafting trip in the canyon. Thrilling whitewater or Gold Medal flo (from $0.00)
- Numbers Full Day High Adventure Whitewater Rafting Tour - Paddle the most continuous whitewater in Colorado on a Numbers full-day whitewater rafting tour with River Runners Browns Canyon - just one hour from Denver, Colorado. (from $0.00)
- Rentals: Half-Day SUPSQUATCH (6+ Persons) - Rent the beast for 1/2 Day (Use of SUPSQUATCH)! Don't forget to bring appropriate footwear, swimwear, and sun protection. Enjoy your activity with us. (from $0.00)
- Rentals: Half-Day Stand Up Paddleboard SUP - Pick up a SUP take it to the river or a lake and learn or paddle on your own. A lesson is recommended, but if you have experience then paddle on! PFD, Helmet, and Paddle included. Don't forget to brin (from $0.00)
- Rentals: 1-Day - 9' Mini Me Inflatable Raft & Assessories 2-4 persons - Mini-Me Rafts are 9' long and accommodate 2 people and a dry bag or cooler quite easily. You can fit up to 4 people if you prefer, but be prepared to be in close quarters. These rafts are one of the m (from $0.00)
- Rentals: 1-Day Inflatable Kayak (2 Persons) - Rent a double duckie for the day. Take a friend with you for twice the power and twice the fun! The Salida area is the perfect zone for beginner and intermediate paddling teams, ask us about shuttles (from $0.00)
- Rentals: Half- Day Inflatable Kayak Single (am or pm) - Rent an IK (ducky) and forget about the confines of a hardshell kayak or standing tall on a SUP as you pilot one of the most forgiving and maneuverable crafts available for going down river. A shuttle (from $0.00)
- Private Colorado Backcountry 4x4 Off Road Adventure Tour - Why stay on the beaten path when you can see Colorado up close? Let us show you the real Rockies where the spirit of adventure is alive and the landscapes inspire awe at every turn! Our tour is uniqu (from $0.00)
- Salida Valley Rafting Adventure - We are a small company BIG on adventure! That means you get a more personalized trip. It'll feel like your on your own private rafting adventure. We meet at our office, shuttle you to the river. You r (from $0.00)
- Numbers Half Day High Adventure Whitewater Rafting Tour - Raft the most continuous whitewater in the state on the Arkansas River, just one hour from Denver, Colorado. (from $0.00)