USA · RAFTING & WHITEWATER
This is the shortlist you would text a friend: 15 rafting & whitewater tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Paddle 8 miles through John Stevens Canyon on a guided Flathead River rafting trip, with rapids, Glacier views, gear, and no experience needed.
“Glacier Whitewater was so easy... the registration, the set up, the short drive to the water. The energy was awesome. Owen, our guide, was knowledgeable and fun.”
Raft 6.5 miles of Class I to IV rapids near Gatlinburg with a trained guide, family-friendly safety, and strong value at $51.95.
“A beautiful day away from all the traffic and commercialism in Pigeon Forge. Steve our guide was awesome. Great day on the river. Recommend and would definitely do it again!”
Raft Browns Canyon’s class III rapids near Buena Vista with a professional guide, gear, scenic views, and flexible morning or afternoon departures.
“Noah’s Ark was recommended to us by a local friend and we couldn’t be more happy. From the time you walk onto their property, through the end of your trip, you are treated with some of the best customer service I have ever experienced. Our guide Seth was an amazing leader: clear, specific and respectful with all his instructions. Even when we got off a little on timing he always remained calm, showing the leadership skills one would want from a guide. Amazing day with an amazing staff pretty much sums it up!!”
Raft 8 miles of the Snake River near Jackson Hole through Class II and III rapids, with mountain views, expert guides, and family-friendly thrills.
“amazing time with a great fun group of people Bryce was wonderful and made the trip fun 🤩 would highly recommend”
Raft the Lower Animas River in Durango on a family-friendly half-day trip with mild rapids, snacks, scenery, and skilled guides.
“Enjoyed Ryker sense of humor, scenic views and over all my kids loved so we will definitely do again next trip in.”
Review of Browns Canyon rafting from Buena Vista: family-friendly rapids, mountain views, expert guides, gear, price, timing, and practical tips.
“We had a beautiful day and fabulous experience! Hannah our guide was friendly and made us all very comfortable on our first time rafting. We had fun and appreciated the jokes and local facts (hiking recommendations, plant life, and more). Lots of fun.”
Spend six hours rafting Browns Canyon near Buena Vista with guided rapids, cliff jumps, swimming, river lunch, and mountain views.
“Great trip and our guide, Kayla was fantastic. Lunch was great and we stopped to jump off 10’ and 20’ rock. Thoroughly enjoyed the trip and highly recommend.”
Review the Fisher Towers rafting trip from Moab, with red-rock views, mild rapids, guides, lunch details, costs, and practical tips.
“This definitely appears to have more white water activity than it did. It’s basically a float trip. However, Clint, our guide was amazing! We did enjoy ourselves, but we’re disappointed at the lack of Rapids.. Clint made it very enjoyable”
Float the Colorado River near Moab through Castle Valley and past Fisher Towers on a scenic half-day trip with gentle rapids and expert guides.
“Very great experience, friendly and professional staff, very beautiful view from the river, thank you very much Will get back 🤗”
Review of Denali Canyon Wave rafting on the Nenana River, with rapids, drysuits, guides, pricing, preparation tips, and booking advice.
“Our guide Luke was awesome! He was funny but serious about safety. He talked with us throughout our river adventure sharing interesting stories about rafting and some of his other adventures. We went as a family (with 2 teen boys) and we all loved it. We also did a flight seeing tour which everyone raves about, but my boys said the rafting was hands down their favorite. We did the more intense one with class III & IV rapids and it was wild in the best possible way. My boys have not stopped talking about it!”
Raft Class III to IV Shoshone Rapids on a three-hour Colorado River trip from Glenwood Springs, with gear, guides, and canyon views included.
“Beautiful well organized. Good guides very much fun. Relaxing and some good rapids. Loved Dutch!!!!!”
Review of Durango’s Lower Animas rafting trip, with family-friendly rapids, river scenery, gear, shuttles, price, tips, and booking advice.
“Great guide. Easy to book and easy to work with. Went with children and we felt very safe and crew was informative.”
Review of Upper Pigeon River rafting near Hartford, with Class III and IV rapids, Smoky Mountain views, guide tips, timing, and shoe advice.
“This was a great experience for my friends and I! Shane was a great guide and gave us a great time on the upper river!! I definitely recommend this company!! We will be returning.”
Raft Class II and III rapids on the Yellowstone River from Gardiner, with family-friendly guides, gear, scenery, and a river swim.
“The guides are top notch, they know the river, the history, and are strong and personal le, oh and fun. So much fun. They provided clean, quality gear as well. We would go back to Wild West Rafting again!”
Raft Jackson Hole’s Snake River in a small eight-person boat, tackling Class II and III rapids, cold water, and superb Teton scenery.
“The girls and I had such an amazing time. Views and Bryce (our guide) & experience a 10/10 would recommend!”
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