Raft the Yellowstone River in a private boat with your own guide
5–6 hours door-to-door ( 3-4 hours on water)
Up to 6 people
Guide, Lunch, River gear
Spend a full day rafting the Yellowstone River in a private boat for your group, with other parties riding in their own rafts. Paddle the Gardiner Town Stretch, float through Paradise Valley, and finish in splashy Yankee Jim Canyon.
Ages 8+. Pregnant participants are not permitted. Rafters must fit a personal flotation device with a maximum 56-inch chest size and be in reasonably good physical condition.
Full refund with more than 48 hours notice. 50% charge within 24–48 hours of departure. 100% charge within 24 hours. No-shows charged full price; if part of your party is missing, each no-show participant is charged 100% per-person price.
In May–June and late September, wear a bathing suit under a provided wetsuit; you can also use a fleece top, splash jacket, and neoprene booties. In July–early September, wear quick-dry clothing you don’t mind getting wet (a bathing suit under lightweight shorts/pants and a T-shirt works well). Avoid jeans, sweats, and heavy cotton; sandals without a back strap aren’t permitted.
Yes. You can use the provided river gear at no extra charge, and changing rooms are available onsite.
You must be age 8+ and in reasonably good physical condition. You need to fit a personal flotation device up to a 56-inch chest size and be able to follow guide directions. Pregnant participants aren’t permitted, and people with health concerns should consult a physician before booking.
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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