Your own raft, guide, and shuttle on the Yellowstone River
3 hrs
1 to 8 people
Guide, shuttle, river gear
Explore the Yellowstone River with a private raft reserved for your group and a dedicated guide. Launch near Yellowstone National Park, where the Gardner River joins the Yellowstone River.
Full refund with more than 48 hours' notice. Cancellations 24–48 hours before departure are charged 50% of the trip total. Cancellations within 24 hours and no-shows are charged the full trip total.
Product ID: QJU9HB
Dress for getting wet. May–June and late September: wear a bathing suit under a provided wetsuit; you can also use a splash jacket and neoprene booties. July–early September: wear quick-dry layers like a bathing suit under lightweight shorts/pants and a T-shirt; wear sturdy sandals or water shoes, or use booties. Don’t wear jeans, sweats, or heavy cotton, and don’t wear sandals without a back strap.
Bring your own fleece layer.
You must fit a personal flotation device up to a 56-inch chest size, be in reasonably good physical condition, and follow guide directions. Pregnant women aren’t permitted. If you have health concerns, consult a physician before you book.
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.
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