With nine months of experience in riding these buses several times a week, I can safely say that…read moretheir bus service is terrible, unreliable and not living up to the expectations which riders have. Their scheduling and routing scheme seems to undergo some massive change every few months, and the service only gets worse with each change. If a single cloud rolls across the sky or a single drop of water falls on the road, the bus stops running. These buses are equipped with automatic tire chains (you can clearly see them on the bottom of the bus) so there shouldn't be any excuse for weather related delays, but they happen all the time. Some days, even when the sky is clear and the day is warm, they just randomly cancel routes with no explanation other than "issues beyond our control." Absolutely no notice is provided on their website or anywhere else when service is cancelled. It is up to you to figure out for yourself why your bus never showed up and how you are going to get to work/home on your own. During the time I've been using this service, I've made two complaints against them with the Colorado Public Utilities Comission (PUC). Both complaints discovered violations which resulted in Ramblin' Express being served with a fine. But instead of making their service better so people won't have a reason to complain about them, the company seems to be retaliating by making their service even worse and less convenient. First, they totally eliminated the bus stop that was only about a mile from my home. Now I have to drive much further to get to the next closest stop. And from there I still expect to spend another hour on the bus! Next, they changed their routes so that instead of a bus departing every hour, they only departed every two hours. I had to have my employer adjust my schedule because this made it impossible for me to get to work on time. Well apparently their two hour scheme didn't work out, so they eventually scrapped that and reverted back to the every hour departures. But naturally there is some horrific catch, which is that they merged the Lakewood and Aurora routes into one route! Now, Aurora residents get to spend an extra hour on the bus each way (in addition to the hour it already took), and Lakewood residents have to be crammed in like sardines on an overcrowded bus that is already full before it even gets to our stop. Every time you think this company can't make your commute to work even more nightmarish, they find a way.

This company runs their drivers beyond ragged.. they change their drivers' schedules last minute,…read moreand drag shifts out for up to 16 hours at a time or more. Furthermore, they require their drivers to carry unlimited data and phone plans on smartphones without any compensation. And as often as these buses break down, they leave their drivers and passengers stranded for hours at a time.. As fancy and first class as they claim to be, the smell these buses permeate is very unpleasant. Don't even bother trying to contact customer service for anything other than hurry up and buy something, or get rushed off of the phone.

The team at Liquid Descent was great!! We had a group of 36 and from the booking over the phone,…read moreemail communication, and actual trip, everything went perfectly! Our group had a great time. Next trip, I will book with Liquid Descent!! 10 for 10 recommend.

Angie was an amazing guide. Very knowledgeable and personable. Made everyone feel at ease to enjoy…read morethe day on the river. Recommend anyone wanting to raft near Denver to choose Liquid Descent and request Angie for their guide.

Our family with "kids" 17 and 24 had a blast on the full day through Browns Canyon in June 2026! We…read moreabsolutely loved the trip- the staff are all very professional, the equipment in great condition and everything is super organized. Our guide, Jeremy was amazing! He took the time to get to know our whole family and he shared what he knew about the beautiful rock formations, the river and the area. The rapids were so much fun and we felt very safe with Jeremy. It was obvious he knew what he was doing. We loved our trip to Colorado and the rafting was definitely a highlight! We highly recommend!

If you're lucky enough to get Emma as your guide, congratulations--you've already won half the…read morebattle. She somehow managed to keep my husband and me alive while making us laugh the entire trip. She gave great instructions, knew exactly when to hype us up, and somehow stayed calm even when we... spectacularly flipped the raft. Yes, we went completely over, and honestly? It ended up being the highlight of the trip. It was equal parts terrifying and hilarious, and Emma handled it like an absolute pro. She got us back together quickly and made sure we were safe while still making the whole experience unforgettable. If you're looking for adventure, laughs, and a guide who can turn an accidental swim into an epic story you'll tell for years, ask for Emma. We'd flip again... well, maybe once.

What an amazing zip line experience! From start to finish, everything was fun, exciting, and…read moreincredibly well organized. Dylan and Steven were outstanding tour guides, friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. They made everyone feel safe and comfortable while keeping the energy high and the experience enjoyable. Their clear instructions and encouragement helped us relax and fully enjoy the adventure. They were also great at sharing information, answering questions, and making sure everyone had a fantastic time. The views were incredible, and the zip lines were thrilling, but Dylan and Steven truly made the experience memorable. I highly recommend this zip line tour to anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure. Thank you, Dylan and Steven, for an awesome day!

Sometimes things just work out for a reason…read more I originally booked my hot air balloon ride with another local company (who kept my friend and I in suspense about whether or not we actually had a reservation because they were waiting to see if more people would book their tour). We found Adventures Out West on Viator and were not only able to book with them right away, but also get an immediate confirmation for our reservation. The only frustrating thing is that when booking through Viator, it requires a minimum of 2 people in order to book the reservation. I'm normally a solo traveler but fortunately I had a friend who wanted to do this excursion as well... But something to keep in mind if you are a solo traveler. You may want to reach out to the company directly to see if you can book as a party of one. The meeting place is about an hour drive from Denver. My friend and I left before dawn and made it to the meeting point by sunrise. Everybody on the team was friendly, energetic and welcoming even at such an ungodly hour. On the ride over to the departure site, they gave us a quick overview of what to expect as well as a safety briefing then we waited for them to unpack and inflate the balloon. After about 45 minutes we were ready to go. I am glad that I did this trip with a friend because it's close quarters in the basket. The basket has several compartments that each hold two people, bus compartments for the fuel tanks and another for the pilot. It's barely enough space in the compartment to turn around, so if you're going by yourself you're going to get to know a stranger VERY well by the end of the ride. The ride itself was absolutely wonderful. It was a calm, breathtaking glide across Colorado Springs. We drifted over the Colorado Springs Airport and got to watch an airplane take off right in front of us. We were about 2,000 ft up, so we were also able to see some of the local wildlife running around as we floated. It was a beautifully peaceful ride. The ground team was supposed to meet us at our landing site but unfortunately they got stuck in a ditch (we could see them from the air). They radioed the pilot of the hot air balloon (T-Dogg) to let him know what was going on and he handled the experience like the consummate professional. Our 40-60 minute ride ended up being almost 2 hours while T-Dogg figured out where to land. He kept us informed of the situation, let us know what his plan was, and never at any time did we feel uncomfortable or unsafe. Ultimately we ended up landing in the driveway of the Pikes Peak outdoor gun club. It was an adventure for everyone involved, as members drove around our massive hot air balloon to enter or exit the venue, snapping pictures and video as they went. The landing was astonishingly gentle. I expected a much more jarring experience but we touched down so softly, then gently bounced a few inches off the ground before coming to a full stop. Another testament to T-Dogg's skill as a pilot. Unfortunately the ground crew was unable to get themselves unstuck, so the staff were able to coordinate ground transportation from another vehicle in their fleet: A modified Jeep that thankfully had space for all of us. We ride by the ditch where the ground team was stuck, picked up all of our items and then headed back to the meeting point where we were welcomed back with some wonderful refreshments including mini muffins and cinnamon rolls, fruit and cheese, as well as a champagne toast, which is an integral part of the hot air balloon experience so you don't want to miss that. This has been a bucket list item for me for a while and I cannot imagine having a better experience than I did with Adventures Out West.

We took this ride at the same time last year. It was so enjoyable we booked it again this year…read more Greeted by Tini the owner is a great way to start the day she has the coffee, rolls, yogurt and fruit ready for you. Shawn and Harvey were our guides and they were most excellent! From the guides local knowledge to the stories of Pikes Peak history we couldn't have had a better time. The leaves were starting to change which enhanced the beauty of the mountainside. The 4 of us were below average in biking experience. The guys fitted our bikes, helmets gave us a quick safety briefing and provided gloves, caps and vests for us to wear. It is clear they have been in the touring business for years as Every detail is taken care of for their clients. Next time we are going on the Gold Camp Road tour. Thanks for ending the ride with lunch and a glass of wine!!

Words cannot describe the amazing experience we had at Challenge Unlimited. The experience of…read morebiking down Pines Peak is absolutely worth the money. From the top: Challenge Unlimited served a pretty decent breakfast. You read "continental breakfast" and think some crappy day old baked goods and bad coffee. Not in here... Bagels, different cream cheese, fresh bananas, regular coffee and keurig coffees, plus more. The staff is friendly and willing to accommodate the ride based on the skill level of the group. When going down hill there were a few of us who liked speed and the front can was definitely going fast so we could go faster. You make several stops along the way to take pics, relax, and catch your breath. In the end, you ride down to The Wines of Colorado where you have some basic lunch. Had an absolute blast! I highly recommend it to anyone.

Great staff! Very organized! Great ride . Drivers are…read morewonderful . It's nice to be driven around and enjoy the views.

Had such an amazing adventure touring the beautiful Red Canyon. My son and I had the best time!…read moreRusty was a great guide. I would 100% recommend!

Well this was a nice experience. Went to Caves of the Wind located on the top of a mountain. There…read morewere cave tours, a gift shop, photos of our tour, and activities like the wall climb and obstacle course. The staff was very nice and they also have food available for purchase.

The center itself is great but we paid $300 for 4 people for an hour and a half keep tour that…read morestated it was off-road and we would get stories about the mountain. All we did was go down main roads and our tour guide was half deaf and just have us movie reviews. Terrible experience