Experience the thrill of a lifetime with Performance Tours as we take you on an exhilarating whitewater rafting adventure through Browns Canyon National Monument. This wet n’ wild adventure is great for first-timers and seasoned rafters alike, and will leave you with memories that will last a lifetime!
Our Browns Canyon rafting tours offer everything you’re looking for in a fun and exciting rafting adventure! Plenty of moderate-level whitewater and exciting class 3+ rapids, with picturesque 14,000′ peaks and spectacular canyon scenery. Experience lots of thrills and laughter as you paddle through Pinball, Zoomflume, Bigdrop, Staircase, Punchbowl, and more in Browns Canyon National Monument.
Complimentary wetsuits, 
booties, and splash jackets
Professional guides with
 extensive safety training
Cancel 72 hours in advance for 
a full refund
Happiest guests on the 
river since 1986
Hit the Road for Scenic Delights. Buena Vista, CO is Less than 100 Miles from Top Tourist Hotspots!
Breckenridge:
1hr 15 mins
Vail:
1hr 30 mins
Colorado Springs:
1hr 45 mins
Denver:
1 hr 30 mins
This trip meets in Buena Vista 45 minutes prior to departure time. Guest arrival time is indicated on your reservation confirmation. There is no need to arrive earlier. Once you have arrived at the office in Buena Vista, CO, Performance Tours will provide all shuttles.Â
We have ample parking at the Performance Tours Rafting office for whitewater rafting guests in Buena Vista, CO.Â
Performance Tours will provide transportation from the meeting location/office to the river, and back to the office where your vehicle is parked following the trip.
Performance Tours provides changing rooms at all our full-service offices in Buena Vista, Canon City, and Frisco, CO. Our facilities are clean, comfortable, and designed to enhance your experience.
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"Cannot recommend enough. Did the Full Day Browns Canyon with my 10 year old daughter. We have kayaked a bunch, but it was our first time rafting and we had such a blast. The river was gorgeous, and the rapids were so fun and big, but didn't feel too scary or dangerous, mostly because our guide, Kara, was so experienced and good at her job. I mean good is an understatement, she had complete mastery of the raft at all times. She was also super nice and patient and we just loved her stories and the knowledge she shared. The gear provided was perfect to make us comfortable all day. The lunch included with the all day trip was absolutely delicious and I love that they take photos of you going through the biggest rapids. So grateful to have that experience captured. I will absolutely be back next season!”
Sarah
August 2023
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“I highly encourage anyone who has never done whitewater rafting to check out Performance Tours, they are extremely well run, professional, and fun. We did a half day on Browns Canyon and had an absolute blast. Beautiful scenery, great guides, and worth every penny. Their customer service was also extremely fast and helpful every time I called with a question. I would do another trip with Performance Tours in a heartbeat.”
James
August 2023
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"We did the half day beginner trip through Brown’s Canyon. We had a youngster and a first timer with us so we chose this trip. We could not have been happier. The trip actually exceeded our expectations, with beautiful scenery and more rapids than we expected from their website description. Our guide knew just how to get us wet and give us as much thrills as one can get on a beginner trip. And he gave us fun information on history of the area. The company was easy to find and great to deal with.”
Anna S
August 2023
Browns Canyon National Monument, located on the Arkansas River in Colorado, is predominantly classified as Class III rapids, offering an exhilarating yet manageable rafting experience. Depending on water levels and specific sections within Browns Canyon, guests may also encounter more mild class 2 and more challenging class IV rapids. Browns Canyon rafting is renowned for its thrilling rapids and breathtaking scenery, making it a popular choice for both beginner and experienced rafters alike.
No, you don't have to be in peak physical condition to go white water rafting in Browns Canyon. While some level of physical fitness can enhance your experience and help with paddling, many rafting trips, like Browns Canyon whitewater rafting, are designed to accommodate people of various fitness levels and abilities.
When considering rafting through Browns Canyon, it's important to understand that like any outdoor adventure activity, there are inherent risks involved. While we cannot eliminate these risks entirely, we take numerous precautions to minimize them. Each season, we experience very few minor injuries, particularly on our mild to moderate trips like those through Browns Canyon.
It's crucial to note that the potential for injury does increase with the level of difficulty of the trip. However, our experienced guides provide thorough river orientation and safety talks before each journey. These talks familiarize guests with potential risks and equip them with the knowledge needed to navigate the river safely.
By following our guides' instructions and being aware of the environment, you can enjoy a thrilling rafting experience through Browns Canyon while minimizing the chances of injury.
Colorado’s most experienced rafting outfitter since 1986.
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