Scenic Class I float on the Yellowstone River with a certified guide near Gardiner
2.5 to 3 Hours
Guide, raft, river gear
Drift down a calm stretch of the Yellowstone River on a Class I scenic raft trip with little to no splashes. Ride near the North Entrance to Yellowstone National Park and enjoy views of the river valley.
Minimum of 4 participants required for the trip to run. Pregnant women are not permitted, and rafters must fit a personal flotation device with a maximum 56-inch chest size. Participants must be in reasonably good physical condition and able to follow guide directions.
Full refund with more than 48 hours notice. 24-48 hours: 50% charged. Within 24 hours: 100% charged. No-shows are charged the full price; each no-show participant is charged 100% per person.
In May–June and late September, wear a bathing suit under the provided wetsuit; you can also use a splash jacket and neoprene booties. In July–early September, wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet (a bathing suit under lightweight shorts/pants and a T-shirt works well). Wear sturdy sandals or water shoes; sandals without a back strap aren’t permitted. Avoid jeans, sweat suits, or other heavy cotton. Changing rooms are available onsite.
Lunch isn’t provided. You can bring your own and use the onsite picnic tables.
Trips typically run rain or shine. If the operator cancels, you can reschedule or receive a refund. If the trip still runs and you choose to cancel, the standard cancellation policy applies.
603 Scott Street Gardiner, MT 59030
Guides like Josie, Jordan, Emily, Ingram, and the ziplining duo Gecko and Slayer come up again and again in reviews, and for good reason. Travelers consistently praise them for balancing safety with genuine fun, sharing local knowledge, and keeping energy high throughout the trip. First-timers seem especially well taken care of, with multiple people noting they felt nervous going in and completely at ease by the end. Both rafting and ziplining get strong marks, though a few rafters on calmer stretches noted the experience leaned more toward a scenic float than a thrill ride. That said, even those reviewers walked away happy. The scenery, wildlife sightings, and knowledgeable guides tend to carry the experience regardless of water levels or conditions. One reviewer did mention a slightly cooler front desk interaction on a return visit, though that appears to be the exception rather than the rule. The overwhelming pattern here is a well-organized, professionally run operation where the staff genuinely seem to enjoy their jobs. If you are spending time near Yellowstone and want an outdoor experience that delivers on both adventure and atmosphere, this one is worth booking.
I went zip lining w my family and Jack and gray were our guides. They were super nice and fun I had such a good time!!!
lily
July 6, 2026
I went zip lining w my family and Jack and gray were our guides. They were super nice and fun I had such a good time!!!
lily
July 6, 2026
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