kids & family

Vail was founded on the very idea of family fun. With sledding, mountain biking, hikes and fly fishing, kids will be out in the Vail sunshine - enjoying the fresh air and learning as they have fun.

Winter KidVentures programs

KidVentures are activities specifically designed to please our guests 5 to 12 years of age! A full evening of scheduled supervised activities are available from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. KidVentures will begin and end each evening at the the Sonnenalp Resort front desk. All activities are based on availability.

2 child minimum, 8 child maximum.

For reservations or more information call the Concierge: (970) 479-5429 or email concierge@sonnenalp.com.


T-Shirt Coloring & Movie Night - Friday

Color the night away on your very own Sonnenalp T-Shirt. Enjoy pizza while watching an age appropriate movie. Cost is $50 per child.

 

Tubing - Wednesday

Slip-n-slidin’ away at Adventure Ridge! This tubing paradise is just a gondola ride away. They have multi lane tubing hills with easy lift access for multiple runs. This activity has a minimum height of 36 inches. Cost is $75 per child.

 

Trampoline - Thursday

At 10,000 feet this bouncing bungee harnessed trampoline sends you sky high so you can fearlessly try out your acrobatic feats. Cost is $75 per child.

 

Ice Skating - Saturday

Come swirl, twirl, and guide your way around the Alderhof Ice Rink, located in the heart of Vail Square. Cost is $75 per child.

 

Registration and Cancellations

Please register with the Concierge Desk by 8 p.m. the evening before your desired activity. Cancellations after 8 p.m. will be charged the full amount.

Sick policy:

If a child is sick, please contact the concierge by 7:30 am. If a child becomes sick during the day, a staff member will contact the parent.

What to bring:

Dress as though you were going skiing or tubing. Bring goggles for tubing and wear hats, gloves, and warm boots.

For reservations or more information call the Concierge: (970) 479-5429.

 

 

Summer KidVentures

Sonnenalp KidVentures are activities specially designed to please our guests from 5 to 12 years of age! They are a full day of scheduled activities, requiring only a nominal fee for use of our outside vendors. KidVentures options include transportation, supervision activities and meals. Our programs operate from 9:00am – 3:00pm. Our evening programs operate from 5:30pm – 9:00pm. Kids must sign up or cancel by 8:00pm the evening before their desired KidVentures program or they will be charged the total amount. KidVentures will begin and end each day at the Sonnenalp Resort of Vail lobby. Activities are based on availability.

For reservations or more information call the Concierge: (970) 479-5429 or email concierge@sonnenalp.com.

Raft Riders (Monday)

Upper Colorado Class II
Fee $120
Attention river rats! A van will take us to the Upper Colorado River where we’ll spend the day. This section of river is very remote and peaceful stretch of river. We will raft the Upper Colorado with swimming, water fights, snacks, etc. It will be a lot of fun for the kids. Trip includes supervision, transportation, snack, rafting and appropriate gear. Lunch will be served in the Bully Ranch following the activity.
Ages: 6-12.

Shoshone Rapids III
Fee $150
The Shoshone run passes through one of the most beautiful canyons in the west. Rock walls tower above the river and hot springs abound in the lower section. Trip includes supervision, transportation, BBQ lunch rafting and appropriate gear.
Ages: 6-12. Minimum weight of 50 lbs.

Train Ride & Silver Mine Tour (Tuesday)

Fee $75
Eureka! In Georgetown we’ll climb aboard one of the
country’s oldest steam locomotives for a train ride on
a spectacular loop through colorful Colorado Scenery.
Next, we’ll go 1,000 feet underground exploring a
silver mine from yesteryear. Includes supervision,
transportation, lunch, train and mine tour.
Ages: 5 and older.

Day at Piney River Ranch (Wednesday)

Fee $75
Yipee-ki-yea buckaroo! A 45 minute drive takes us
to the Piney River Ranch. There are a variety of
activities for the children to engage in. Hiking,
horseback riding, pony rides are just a few of the
wonderful experience available at PRR. Includes
supervision, transportation, lunch and ranch fun.
(horseback riding requires a minimum age of 7
and advanced sign up. There is an additional fee
not included of $60).

Ages: 5 and older

Glenwood Adventure Park (Thursday)

Fee $75
Come and enjoy spectacular views while riding the Iron Mountain Tramway. Take a guided walking tour of the Glenwood Caverns where you will see amazing formations. Play on the new thrill rides-the Canyon Flyer, Alpine rush, Swing Shot, and the 32-foot climbing wall. Includes, supervision, transportation, lunch and a minimum of 2-3 activities.
Ages: 5 and older

Registration and Cancellations

Reservations are required. Kids must sign up or
cancel by 8:00pm the evening before their desired program or they will be charged the total amount.

Sick policy:

If a child is sick, please contact the concierge by 7:30am. If a child becomes sick during the day, a staff member will contact the parent.

What to bring:

Bring a jacket, hat, sunglasses, comfortable shoes, pants, rain gear, and money for souvenirs (optional).

For reservations or more information call the Concierge: (970) 479-5429 or email concierge@sonnenalp.com.