Best rates and a good group of people to learn skydiving from. I was a student of skips a little…read moreover a year ago. After one jump your part of the family. Come on out and jump with us

We went (tandem) skydiving for the first time with High Sky Adventures. it was both safe and…read morethrilling! A fantastic experience for adrenaline junky first timers. Absolutely stunning views before jumping as well.

All we saw were sky captains lighting baskets. No balloons. Nothing lifted off due to wind and no…read moreballoons on the field. We were in the VIP tent area. Minimal food, with glazed donuts. Bar was extra. Not worth the price of admission.

This may not be a fair review because I failed to properly research this event (though the websites…read moreI reviewed were apparently unclear on this as well), but we drove down to the Springs for this and it was a massive disappointment. I'm leaving this review so nobody else makes the same mistake. This was more of an event that occurs a few times and not a festival. The event occurs, from what I could tell, in spurts: call it early AM launch and evening glow. I had been misled by a previous experience at a balloon festival in NY which was an all-day event with the ability to go up in a tethered balloon all day as well as half-day rides, food, games...basic festival stuff. That is not what Labor Day Lift Off is. We got to Labor Day Lift Off in the Springs at maybe 10am and there was nothing: 1 of maybe 2 dozen food vendors open, no music, no people (maybe 20 of us walking around), no balloons at all...nothing. We used the opportunity to walk the park and check out the lake, but promptly left for food and entertainment. People that have gone to this event and witnessed it seem to have had a great time, but I doubt I'll attempt this again...maybe we'll give the glow a chance in the future.

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.

We went rafting on some class III and IV rapids today with raftmasters and it was a fantastic…read moreexperience. It felt well organized and safe but also very fun and all I could hope for. John-o was our guide and he was great. He did a good job reteaching us the basics and knew the river quite well. Outside of that, he had some good geological knowledge and dad jokes as well. My buddy's wife couldn't come at the last second and they gave me a gift certificate which was cool as we thought he wouldn't get anything. The only thing I didn't love is there isn't anything to drink once you step on the bus so I would have brought some water but still highly recommend them.

Great time rafting the Gorge today! Great weather and river temp was CFM 1500. Our guide was…read moreSpencer and he was great! Since it was the wife and I we were paired with a family of four. That being said they ABSOLUTELY SHOULD NOT have brought there elderly parents on this river! Anyone that knows Colorado should know that The Gorge is one of the most difficult rivers to run. Thus, this old man lasted 20 min before he had to be literally tied into the middle of the boat along with his wife. This lead to only 4 of us paddling! Again, great time because how could you not on a beautiful day with the Gorge but keep old people that can't even barely walk nor paddle off the river!

The staff were so accommodating. We had a large group of senior citizens and they made sure to…read moremaintain safety for everybody and everybody had a great time. The staff member who guided our "flight" aka "sky diving" tailored the event to each person's requests. I believe the oldest person in our group was 80 years old and every single one of us had a great time and a great experience. This is completely safe and fun. There are different levels also so if you become experienced at one level, and you're comfortable, you can move up to another level.

I like to come up with fun experiences for my husband for Father's Day, and this was my latest…read morepick. Kids and husband were super excited, and I was very nervous (heights and thrills aren't really my thing, but the rest of the family loves them). We got a family package that allowed all 4 of us to have 2 flights each, and then I added on "high flights" (where you get to go up ~15-20 feet ) and videos/photos of the experience. You have to wear a full suit, helmet, glasses, and ear plugs. So don't go all dressed up or anything. And I HIGHLY recommend putting your hair in a bun if it's long. Mine was a rat's next afterwards from a small ponytail, but my daughter's braid did awesome. The experience definitely made me nervous, but I'm so glad I did it. It ended up being a lot of fun. My husband liked it, but had a harder time maneuvering (he's 6'1" so the coach had a harder time moving him). My kids fell in love with the experience and would probably do it all the time.

After my daughter was born it changed my life, and I felt I needed a way to Celebrate this change…read morein my life. Out of the Blue Skydiving took me and my family in and from the first Jump they made me feel like part of the Family. I recommend Skydive Colorado, they will make you feel safe and you will not regret the experience.

Dudes, where are the 10 stars? The place was awesome, my wife and I had the experience of a…read morelifetime. The staff was amazing and they truly made it super special. They covered all the safety tips, over what will take place, what to expect, and how to stay safe and enjoy the experience. The energy and the vibes of the staff can't fake that!!! Thank you again for the great time! If you want to have an awesome experience, go see my friends at 'Out of the Blue Skydiving'. My wife and I will be back for sure.

As first-time rafters with two skeptical teenage girls in tow, we weren't sure if we were about to…read morebond... or just bounce off some rocks. But Austin was our fearless rafting guide and part-time therapist--who calmed nerves, cracked jokes, and got us paddling in no time. From the very first splash, Austin made us feel safe and slightly more athletic than we actually are. He coached us through the twists and turns of the creek, and somehow convinced our teens that getting absolutely drenched and paddling for their lives was the best day ever. Miracles do exist. We glided through hidden stretches of the creek like pros (or at least like enthusiastic amateurs with great lighting), hollering with joy and soaking up every second of the adventure. Even the "hold on tight!" moments felt like a ride at a theme park--but with better views and less screaming. 10/10 would paddle again. If you're looking for an unforgettable family outing full of laughter, nature, and just the right amount of "we might flip but only if you don't do what Austin says", he's your guide. He's part guide, part hype man, and all-around river legend. Bring snacks or a picnic lunch for after an early morning trip, bring sunscreen (and put it on BEFORE you get a wetsuit. Rent shoes when you check-in ($5/person). Your family will thank you for this adventure (once they stop laughing and wringing out their socks).

I rarely leave negative reviews, but our experience on the July 2 beginner rafting trip was…read moredisappointing enough that I feel others should know what to expect. The day started with what appeared to be a major organizational failure. Instead of sending individual beginner groups down the river separately, the company combined two beginner groups into one massive group of approximately 16 rafts. Having that many inexperienced rafters on the water at the same time created congestion, confusion, and raised serious safety concerns. Unfortunately, those concerns proved valid. One person in our raft fell into the river twice during the trip. While rafting always involves some risk, our guide, Lily, appeared completely unprepared for the responsibility of leading a beginner group. We were told it was her first time guiding, and it showed. She struggled to give clear directions, could not project her voice well enough for everyone in the raft to hear, and often seemed unsure of how to effectively manage and direct the boat through the rapids. Beginner rafters depend on their guide for instruction and confidence, and that was lacking throughout the trip. What was even more concerning was learning that the company had to borrow guides from other rafting companies just to have enough staff for the day. In fact, our bus had to exit the freeway so one of the borrowed guides could be dropped off at his own employer to start his shift. That alone speaks volumes about how unprepared the operation appeared to be. The final frustration was the length of the trip. Our beginner trip departed at 9:00 a.m. and did not return until after 2:00 p.m. More than five hours for a beginner rafting excursion is excessive, especially when there was little communication explaining the delays. I understand that outdoor activities can be unpredictable, but the issues we experienced were not related to weather or river conditions. They were the result of poor planning, inadequate staffing, and questionable operational decisions. The river itself was beautiful, but the overall experience was overshadowed by safety concerns, lack of organization, and poor communication. I hope management takes a serious look at how these trips are staffed and managed before someone gets hurt. Based on this experience, I cannot recommend this company.