This spring, raft Arizona’s Salt River for less!
Want to get in on some Arizona white water rafting? You’re in luck. Wilderness Aware has been running Colorado and Arizona whitewater rafting trips since the seventies, and we want to take you on the ride of your life. And now is a great time to book your spring rafting trip—with our Spring has Sprung discount, you can save 15% on your trip when you raft with us in Arizona before April 8. And if that’s not a good enough reason to come enjoy that Southwestern sunshine, here’s a few more. Something for everyone. No matter what your skill level, we have the right Salt River rafting trip for you. Whether you’re looking forward to a relaxing day-long getaway or want to explore this Southwest treasure over a five-day wilderness trip, Wilderness Aware can deliver. Let us introduce you to the canyon’s beaches, unique geology, and variety of plants, animals, and birds by way of one of the nation’s most beautiful rivers. Join our most popular trip starting near the Highway 60 bridge between Globe and Show Low, a day-long whitewater rafting adventure you won’t soon forget. Or stay longer with one of our overnight Salt River Rafting trips. No matter how much time you have, it’s enough to hit the Salt River. See the best of the best. The scenery that rolls by you while rafting the Salt River is exceptional. The river carries you through rocky, secluded canyons and past oak and juniper woodlands, before taking you down into stunning views of Lower Sonoran Desert vegetation. Feast your eyes on ancient Saguaro cacti and relish the sun on your face as you head into one of our beautiful, secluded campsites—accessible only by the river. Consider a multi-day Arizona whitewater rafting trip that will allow you to take in the diverse scenery over a period of days instead of hours. Get your Spring Break on. Tired of the spring break crowd at the beach? Let us make this spring break something special by taking your group on a Salt River rafting adventure. From March 3 to April 15, we will take groups with a minimum of 8 people on an exclusive whitewater rafting adventure lasting five days. You’ll keep the tan and the unforgettable memories, but skip the boozy crowds and overcrowded beaches. You and your friends—or frat, or sorority, or French club—will thank us. For more information on Arizona rafting (or one of our other specialties, like Colorado rafting and Royal Gorge rafting), visit www.www.inaraft.com. Don’t forget to book an Arizona rafting trip now and save big with our Spring has Sprung rafting trip discount. We can’t wait to see you in the water!
Take advantage of our Colorado Whitewater Rafting Spring Discount!
The weather is warming up, and Colorado white water rafting season is almost in full bloom! We know you’ve been daydreaming about getting out of the office and onto the water this summer, and we want to make it as easy as possible for you. Take advantage of our Spring has Sprung whitewater rafting discount and save on your whitewater adventure this spring! Trust us—you’ll be glad you did. Rafting in Arizona? Get on the water with us! Celebrate spring by gearing up for an amazing adventure on one of Arizona’s famed whitewater rivers. Come enjoy flowers, singing birds, and whitewater rafting on a trip you won’t soon forget. Wilderness Aware is a premier whitewater rafting company running trips on Arizona’s Salt River for decades, and we know how to make your vacation time count. We still have plenty of availability for you, your family, and your friends—so consider taking a spring break on the water in the next few weeks. We’re happy to give you 15% off when you raft with us before April 8! Book online and enter promo code SALTSPRING or call us at 800.462.7238 to secure your spot. Hitting the water in Colorado? We’re right there with you. With our headquarters located in Buena Vista, Colorado, we’re right smack dab in the middle of the most beautiful stretches of whitewater in the country. Come raft in our backyard with one of our trips down one of our 5 great rivers, including the Arkansas River. Whatever it is you’ve been dying to try all winter—whether it’s Royal Gorge rafting or floating down the Upper Colorado—we have the perfect trip for you. You still have over a month to get in on this great deal, so get in your request for time off at work, grab a group of friends, and head over to our headquarters for a spring break you’ll love. Raft with us before May 1st, and we’ll take 10% off your trip—so you can pamper your sense of adventure as well as your wallet. These offers won’t last past spring, so book your rafting trip today! We want to see you on the water in the next few weeks. For more information on rafting Colorado or rafting discounts, or to book a trip with us, visit www.www.inaraft.com. Take advantage of this great offer today and plan your ultimate adventure for less!
Need more time on the water? Check out our multi-day rafting getaways!
At Wilderness Aware Rafting, we believe that too much of a good thing can be completely amazing. That’s why we offer multi-day rafting getaways for when a few hours of rafting Colorado just won’t cut it. With trips offering a wide range of scenery and classes of rapids, you’re guaranteed to find the perfect getaway for you or your group. Keep reading more information on our multi-day rafting trips, and give us a call at 719.395.2112 if you want to know even more about these one-of-a-kind adventures. It’s hard to pin down exactly what makes these trips so special, but there’s something about having more than one day to really let the beauty of nature and slower pace of travel sink in. Our guides handle everything for you, from meals to safety and activities off the raft, which means you can sit back, relax, and enjoy rafting in Colorado. If you’re worried about your backcountry experience being comfort-free, don’t worry: our guides make the experience enjoyable as well as pared-down, with treats like bringing you hot drinks in the morning or preparing hot meals with fresh ingredients from scratch. If you want to take a trip where the rapids are fewer so you can spend more time focusing on the scenery, consider our trips on the Upper Colorado. As a two-day trip, this option is perfect for families or those new to backcountry camping and rafting. With ample opportunities for sunbathing and swimming, this trip is bound to improve your tan as well as give you a much-needed retreat from the daily grind. Or, if you’d like to combine your rafting adventure with a world-class fishing experience, our Gunnison River trip may be for you. You get to choose how much fun you can handle with both 2-day and 3-day options, but any way you slice it, we save you hundreds of dollars over other guided fishing trips. With rapids ranging from Class II to Class IV, this trip will deliver all the rafting, fishing, and adventure you’re looking for from your Colorado white water rafting getaway. If one, two, or three days just isn’t enough, check out our 5-day Arkansas River Camping Adventure! This trip combines all of the best whitewater sections the Arkansas River has to offer and is the longest rafting trip offered on the Arkansas River by any Buena Vista whitewater rafting company. This is our favorite Arkansas River trip, and for good reason—it’s the perfect option for anyone looking to take a week off and really get to know this beautiful and one-of-a-kind river. Depending on group interest and ability, there’s also the option to indulge in a little Royal Gorge rafting at the trip’s end. Book your Colorado white water rafting trip now, or visit us at www.www.inaraft.com for more information on Colorado rafting. Now is a great time to start planning your ultimate summer vacation, so don’t wait!
Take advantage of our Facebook/Google+ Whitewater Rafting Discount!
Disneyland is fun, but let’s be honest—everyone loves to “one up” their friends (even if you aren’t willing to admit it) on a unique summer vacation. And what better way to do it than by having a Colorado white water rafting adventure? When you come home from your Colorado rafting trip, you’ll get to show off photos of you soaked and having a blast—not to mention your new extensive knowledge of Colorado geology, history, and wildlife-related trivia. (And with any luck, you’ll have a cheesy joke or two to boot.) You’ll hold the unofficial title of “Best Summer Vacationer” until next year, when your friends convince you to bring them along too. If you’re ready to be under the stars and let the sounds of the river lull you to sleep, this deal just got even better. This discount allows you to have your first pick of trip dates, which means in no time you could be rafting Colorado. Whether it’s a five-day epic adventure on the Arkansas River or a relaxing two days on the Upper Colorado, Wilderness Aware Rafting has the experience and resources to make your multi-day trip an adventure of a lifetime. Why worry about keeping up with the Joneses when you can pass them? This year, let Wilderness Aware Rafting help you show your friends you’re more than a workaholic by rafting in Colorado with our discount. Simply “like” us on Facebook and post a few words about how excited you are, or join us on Google Plus and share our page, and you can use the promo code “SOCIALPOST” while booking a trip and receive a 10% discount on any whitewater rafting trip. Remember, book by March 15th to take advantage of this awesome offer! Remember that this offer only applies to the adult rate on new rafting and biking reservations, and it cannot be combined with other discounts or group rates. If you have any questions, or are ready to make your friends envious of your ingenuity, schedule your trip using this discount. You can do this by giving us a call at 800-462-7238 or book online and enter SOCIALPOST. For more information on white water rafting in Colorado—whether it’s Royal Gorge rafting or other Colorado land-based adventures—visit www.www.inaraft.com. See you in the water!
Summer Whitewater Rafting Discount!
We know that one of your resolutions for this New Year was to get out on the river this summer for some Colorado white water rafting—so we decided to make it even easier for you. Starting now, book a Colorado white water rafting adventure before February 1st, and we’ll take 10% off your trip with our Summer Whitewater Discount! So when you’re braving traffic in the midst of a snowstorm or shoveling your driveway before leaving for work, don’t despair. Take that time to plan your debut into Dolores River rafting, or imagine the way that Colorado sun will feel on your face while you sail over those Royal Gorge rapids. Your friends may mock you for daydreaming about rafting Colorado while the weather forecast predicts record-setting snowfall, but when summer rolls around you’ll get the last laugh. (You can even invite them along, if you feel like taking the high road.) If you want to pick a multi-day trip, this deal just got even better. This discount allows you to keep your trip dates as flexible as possible, which means in a matter of months you could be rafting the Arkansas River from top to bottom, or exploring Browns Canyon one day and Lower Bighorn Sheep Canyon the next. Whether it’s a five-day wilderness adventure on the Arkansas River or fly fishing in the Gunnison River Gorge, Wilderness Aware Rafting has the experience and resources to make your trip the adventure of a lifetime. And for those who want to keep their feet on the ground this summer, don’t forget this discount also applies to our downhill mountain biking adventures! Book a trip this month and you could be basking in the alpine beauty of the Rockies while heading down the Continental Divide, or exploring a mountain biking trail meandering along the historic Midland Railroad Grade. Remember: this offer applies to the adult rate on new rafting and biking reservations only, and it can’t be combined with other discounts or group rates. If you have any questions, or want to take the plunge and schedule your trip using this discount, give us a call at 800-462-7238. You can also book online and enter our Summer Whitewater Discount promo code, WINTERFUN. With our Colorado whitewater rafting discount, book a rafting trip, save some cash, and feel free to pat yourself on the back for keeping the most important New Year’s resolution on your list. For more information on Buena Vista whitewater rafting, or to check out our Colorado white water rafting trips, visit us at www.www.inaraft.com. See you in the water!
Looking for the perfect gift? This Christmas, think outside the box
As temperatures drop and the holidays draw closer, whitewater rafting in Colorado may be the last thing on your mind. But if you’re still in the market for the perfect present for that outdoorsy friend or relative, consider giving them the gift of adventure with a Colorado rafting trip gift certificate from Wilderness Aware Rafting. The certificates come in two options so you can craft the best gift for your lucky recipient. If your sister’s been planning that Browns Canyon rafting trip since the snow started falling, bring her closer to that light at the end of the tunnel with a custom gift certificate under the tree. Choose a specific trip destination and length to give your loved one the day—or week—of their dreams. Whether it’s a family trip on the Arkansas River or a challenging Royal Gorge rafting adventure, we have the perfect getaway for your family and friends (and you!) And if you know that special someone eats, drinks, and breathes Colorado whitewater rafting—but you’re not quite sure where they’re raring to go—you don’t have to give away the game by asking. Give a gift certificate in whatever amount you would like, and let them worry about how to spend it. Give a little more and make their dream of rafting Colorado a reality, or give a little less and rent a wetsuit for them. Either way, you’ve shown them you care by giving them what they want the most—another excuse to get on the river this summer. Customize your Wilderness Aware Rafting gift certificate today to share some fun in the outdoors and give a gift they’ll never forget. Use the form to purchase a gift certificate for one of our most popular whitewater rafting trips. And when the weather starts warming up, don’t forget to book the trip early in advance and secure your spot—a gift certificate doesn’t reserve a space on a specific trip. If you don’t see the trip you want on the list, don’t despair. If you’d like to purchase a gift certificate for a different trip—or you want to purchase a gift certificate for a horse, bike, or jeep tour—just give us a call at 800.462.7238. We’re here to make your Colorado rafting dream a reality. This Christmas, forget socks and fruitcake. Give the ones you love best the gift of adventure with one of our whitewater raft trips—and if you’re feeling generous, bump it up to a trip for two and come along. Hey, you’ve earned it. For more information on planning your Colorado whitewater rafting trip, visit www.www.inaraft.com.
Colorado Rafting Trip Spotlight: Arkansas River Rafting
The most popular river for white water rafting in the world is Colorado’s Arkansas River. It’s not difficult to see why. Located a mere 90 miles west of Colorado Springs and 120 miles southwest of Denver, the Arkansas River offers offers 95 miles of some of the best white water rafting in Colorado. The Arkansas River is unique in its flow and length. Fed by snow melts from the mountains of central Colorado, the Arkansas River has some of the heaviest water flows of any river in Colorado, and roars down 5000 feet between its source near Leadville and the flat lands near Canon City, 125 miles away. The combination of the large, raftable river and significant drop in elevation makes the Arkansas ideal for river-rafting, but the scenery along river is equally spectacular. Cutting through the Sawatch Mountains, the Upper and Lower Bighorn Canyon, the Royal Gorge, and the canyon lands around Canon City, the Arkansas River offers some of the most beautiful scenery in Colorado. There are no fewer than five main areas for rafting along the Arkansas River, all with different levels of difficulty and intensity: which means that the Arkansas has something for everybody. Close to the uppermost raftable section of the river, near Leadville, the Numbers section of the Arkansas River offers some of the most exciting, extreme white water rafting in Colorado, featuring punishing drop after punishing drop through Class V rapids. Below the Numbers area is Brown’s Canyon, the most popular section of the Arkansas River, with a variety of Class III and IV rapids and incredible views of the Sawatch Mountains. Below Brown’s Canyon is the Upper and Lower Bighorn Canyon, the mildest section of the Arkansas River. The Bighorn Canyon’s Class I and II rapids are perfect for beginners and families. Below the Bighorn Canyon, the Arkansas River runs through the magnificent Royal Gorge, one of the best-known natural sites in Colorado. Royal Gorge Rafting features Class IV rapids under the shadow of one of America’s tallest canyons and the highest suspension bridge in the world. For more information about Colorado white water rafting, or to schedule an Arkansas River rafting trip, contact us today..
Extreme White Water Rafting on Colorado’s Arkansas River
Some of the most exciting, exhilarating river rafting in Colorado takes place on two sections of the Arkansas River: Royal Gorge and Numbers. Featuring steep drops in rapid succession and Class IV and V rapids that require precision paddling and unflinching nerves, these white water rafting trips are not for the faint of heart. For experienced rafters looking for excitement, however, taking a trip down the Royal Gorge or Numbers with an expert white water rafting guide can be about as good as it gets. Royal Gorge Rafting The Royal Gorge of the Arkansas River is one of the most spectacular and recognizable natural scenes in Colorado. It’s also one of the most popular river rafting destinations in the state. Canyon walls soar over 1000 feet above Class IV rapids, in the shadow of the world’s highest suspension bridge, the Royal Gorge Bridge. Wilderness Aware Rafting offers a full day Royal Gorge rafting trip. The trip starts in the more moderate Lower Bighorn Sheep Canyon, then drops into the Royal Gorge in the afternoon for breathtaking views and big drop after big drop. It’s an unforgettable experience. View here for more information or to schedule a Royal Gorge rafting trip with Wilderness Aware. Numbers Rafting If you’ve already mastered the Class IV rapids in the Royal Gorge, and want a new challenge, the Class V rapids in the Numbers section of the Arkansas River takes the level of adventure up even higher. Near the uppermost raftable section of river, the river is steep and rocky. Precision paddling and maneuvering is a must, and quick course changes and lateral paddling are necessary to navigate the Arkansas River’s steep, boulder-strewn drops. Many of the top competitive rafters in the world train here. Wilderness Aware Rafting offers full-day and half-day Numbers white water rafting trips. The half-day trip covers six miles of the Arkansas River, while the full-day includes 15 miles of the best white water rafting in Colorado! View here for more information or to schedule a Numbers rafting trip with Wilderness Aware. **EXTENDED COLORADO WHITE WATER RAFTING SEASON** Due to the high spring snowfalls and mild summer weather, leading to a more moderate and sustained run-off, our rafting season has been extended to September 5th. Enjoy “the best late-season rafting conditions since 1995” for another month. If you haven’t had a chance to take a Colorado rafting trip this year, or want to get out and enjoy some of the best rafting conditions in years, now is the time. Visit www.www.inaraft.com for more information or to book a trip today.
Colorado White Water Spotlight: Royal Gorge Rafting
White water rafting in the magnificent Royal Gorge of the Arkansas River, in the shadow of the famous Royal Gorge Bridge, is one of the most exhilarating and visually stunning (and popular) river-rafting trips in Colorado. Formed by the uplift of the Rocky Mountains around the Arkansas River over three million years ago, the Royal Gorge boasts one of the most dramatic canyons in Colorado, the world’s highest suspension bridge, and remains one of the most recognizable natural scenes in America. In addition to the scenery, the Royal Gorge boasts some of the most extreme, exciting white water rafting in Colorado, featuring Class IV white water rapids and a pulse-pounding succession of big drops. Rapids in the Royal Gorge include Sunshine Falls, Sledgehammer, Wall Slammer, Corkscrew, the Narrows, Boat Eater and Soda Pop Rock. Wilderness Aware Rafting offers a full-day Royal Gorge rafting trip. We spend the morning warming up in the exciting (but less intense) Lower Bighorn Sheep Canyon. After a picnic lunch we enter the Royal Gorge, for drop after drop of pounding whitewater and spectacular views of the canyon (which in some places is over 1000 feet high!) and the Royal Gorge Bridge. Be aware that Royal Gorge rafting isn’t for everyone. Due to the intensity of the rapids (class IV) and necessary skill level we recommend that only experienced rafters in good physical condition attempt the trip. For rafters who have already mastered the Royal Gorge, we also recommend the even-more-intense Numbers section of the Arkansas River. View here for information or to book a Royal Gorge rafting or Arkansas River white water rafting trip.
White Water Rafting Trip Spotlight: Colorado’s Gunnison River
Just below the dams of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, where Colorado’s Gunnison River drops into pools and a foaming rapids between spectacular black granite cliffs, lies some of the most secluded, exciting, and visually stunning white water rafting in the world. Simply put, our favorite Colorado rafting trips are those that wind through the narrow canyon of the Gunnison River between the end of the Chukar Trail and Hotchkiss. What makes a Gunnison River rafting trip the best white water experience in Colorado are four things. First, the water itself, which is an ideal combination of challenging drops and stretches of lazy floating which allows rafters to quietly enjoy the breathtaking natural scenery. Rapids in the Gunnison Gorge area range from Class II to Class IV, which means rafting trips can be adapted to fit the needs of both intermediate and experienced skill levels. Second, the scenery, which is among the most beautiful in Colorado. The Gunnison River runs through one of the longest, deepest, and narrowest gorges in the world, and its remote, protected location, along with the limited number of trips allowed on the river in any given day, ensures a pristine, natural setting. The scenery and geology of the Gunnison Gorge resembles that of the Grand Canyon. This visual experience extends to the drive and hike to the river. Third, the fishing and hiking. While a Gunnison River white water rafting adventure is an incredible experience in itself, a rafting trip to the Gunnison can be tailored to include world-class hiking and some of the best trout fishing in the world. This 14-mile stretch of the Gunnison River has been nominated for “Wild and Scenic River” status, and is world-famous for its German brown and rainbow trout fishing. Visitors can have a world-class white water rafting experience one day and a world-class trout fishing experience the next. Fourth, the secluded nature of the area. To reach the Gunnison Gorge area, one must make a scenic, back-road drive through clay hills and over the edge of the canyon. Then, guests hike another mile down the canyon to the river, while their food and rafts are brought down by horseback. Additionally, only two trips containing 12 guests are allowed on the river per day, which along with the remote location, ensures a level of pristine solitude that is unavailable on many other rivers. Wilderness Aware offers two ways to go exploring the Gunnison Gorge Area: a full day Gunnison River rafting trip, or a two day Gunnison River rafting trip. The full day trip begins above the Chukar rapid and ends near the inflow of the North Fork of the Gunnison, and combines exciting drops with quiet floating time, including the “Grand Finale Rapid.” On our two-day trip, we mix rafting with optional hiking and fishing, and camp along the banks of the river. Our inexpensive two or three days fishing trips will save you hundreds of dollars, and our expert rafting guides will put you exactly where you want on the river.
