Guided Kayaking Trips in Browns Canyon
Step up the adventure level and kayak through Browns Canyon National Monument on the Arkansas River! A Browns Canyon inflatable kayak trip is an excellent alternative for adventure seekers, particularly when the high-adventure sections of the river, like The Numbers, don’t have enough water volume to run. The smaller nature of these vessels makes the same rapids feel a step up from a traditional raft, transforming the Class II and III drops of the canyon into a Class III and -IV experience.
No previous experience is necessary. All trips are accompanied by an instructional guide to lead the way down the river and teach you paddling, navigation, and rescue techniques. Our specialized inflatable kayaks are designed to navigate waves, bounce and spin off rocks, and keep you comfortable without the restriction of a traditional closed cockpit.
Prefer to experience Browns Canyon in the same vessel as the rest of your group with a professional guide at the helm? Visit our Browns Canyon Rafting page.
Browns Canyon Map
Trip Options
Browns Canyon Kayaking Trips
Arkansas River
2 hours on water, 4 hours from meet to return.
- Adult (14+): $104
Arkansas River
4 hours on water, 6 hours from meet to return.
- Adult (14+): $179
Why Kayak Browns Canyon with Mild to Wild?
Trip Provisions
- Free on-site parking
- On-site bathrooms and changing rooms
- Gift shop for your last-minute needs
- Action photos of your trip available for purchase
- Neoprene wetsuits & boots available for rent
- Custom, quality, & Coast Guard-approved river equipment
- Round-trip transportation from meet location
Professional, Interpretive & Entertaining Guides
- Trip leaders average 2,000 river miles
- Certified in CPR & First Aid
- Pay incentives for higher certification levels, including WFR, EMT, & Swift Water Rescue
- Dedicated company division to risk management, guided training, and continuing guide education
Our Commitment
to You
Payments & Cancellations
Payment Plans
Daily Trips: 1/2 down, 1/2 charged 30 days prior to trip.
Multiday Trips: 1/3 down with remaining balance charged in thirds, with full balance due 60 days prior.
Please call for alternative payment arrangements.
Cancellation Policy
Daily Trips:
- Receive a full refund with written notice 24 hours or more before the trip. Less notice, no refund.
Multi-Day Trips:
- 60+ days: Receive a refund less $200 per person unrecoverable fees.
- 45+ days: Reschedule for another trip/date, or receive Mild to Wild gift certificate less $200 per person.
- Less than 45 days, unfortunately there will be no refund. Substitutions/name changes are allowed.
- RoamRight Travel Insurance is recommended to help cover unforeseen circumstances, such as cancelled flights, sickness or medical evacuations.
- Guests needing to be evacuated from the canyon will be charged a minimum of $1,000 per person.
Fees
In addition to the listed trip cost, we collect an additional 9% for River and Land Access Fees (ie. Forest Service, BLM, City, Private Land Use).
Trip Departure Policy
We reserve the right to switch river/locations based on current conditions and a minimum number of participants. This trip requires 4 participants or paid seats to depart.
Free Courtesy Hold
We don’t want you to miss out on this trip so we’ll hold your spots, payment-free, for 24hrs while you make your final arrangements & prepare for payment.
Meet Location & Directions
- Mild to Wild Rafting & Jeep Tours
- 970-247-4789
- 40671 US-24, Buena Vista, CO 81211
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