5-Hour Anchor River Pack-Rafting Tour
Paddle mild rapids and quiet stretches of the Anchor River
Duration
5 hours
Includes
Packraft, drysuit, helmet
Highlights
Explore the Anchor River in an 8-pound foldable packraft after hands-on practice in an on-site training pond. Paddle a generally mild waterway with occasional Class 1 and Class 2 rapids.
- Learn packraft handling and paddling techniques before heading to the river
- Paddle through calm stretches, ripples, and mild rapids
- Navigate around fallen trees by occasionally stepping out of your raft
- Use a lightweight packraft designed for exploring beyond traditional launch points
Itinerary
1.) Meet us at our meet up point 15 minutes before the time of you scheduled tour.
2.) Gear up - we will help you with sizing and help get you suited up in a drysuit and helmet.
3.) Head to the training pond to air up the packrafts and be given paddling techniques and a safety talk about the rafts you will be using. We will also discuss the river conditions for that specific date.
4.) Practice time paddling in the orientation pond.
5.) Head out in our vehicle or yours to the put in spot for the Anchor River.
6.) You will be paddling 9 miles of the Anchor River. This includes areas that are a simple relaxing float, and portions of the river that have mild Class 1 and a few Class 2 rapids.
7.) At the end of the 9 mile stretch of river we will get to the take out point. We will deflate the rafts and get them put away.
8.) Now we get you back to your vehicle, and your adventure is complete, and we sure hope you had a fantastic adventure with us!
What's Included
- Packraft
- Paddle
- Drysuit
- Helmet
- Personal flotation device (life jacket)
- Snacks and water
Important details
- Ages 14+ only
- A parent or guardian must sign a liability waiver for ages 14–17
- A guardian must supervise anyone under 18 throughout the excursion
- Requires walking about 1 mile in broken sections, getting in and out of the raft, and paddling for 3–4 hours with breaks
- Not wheelchair or walker accessible and not recommended for mobility issues
- Bring water shoes suitable for wet cobble, sand, and mud, such as old sneakers or boots
- Wear layers suited to the forecast
- Requires safe paddling during orientation and practice to continue on the river
- River conditions and water levels may prevent the activity from operating
Cancellation Policy
Full refund for cancellations more than 30 days before your tour. Cancel 14–30 days before: receive a 50% refund if no alternative date is available. No refunds within 14 days. Full refund if the operator cancels.
Product ID: 9CCGBZ
FAQs
A drysuit is included to help keep you dry in the cold water, but expect your water shoes, boots, or old sneakers to be wet by the end of the day.
Bring a hat, bug spray, extra socks, water or other non-alcoholic beverages, and any extra snacks you want. Wear layers and wet-wading footwear.
After orientation and practice, the river trip may be canceled if you are not assessed as able to stay safe on the river. An easier paddle in Homer harbor may be offered if the schedule allows.
Meeting details
The pond, 38290 Sterling Highway, Anchor Point, AK 99556
