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    Yellowstone River 3-Hour Inflatable Kayak Tour

    Paddle Yellowstone’s rolling waves in your own inflatable kayak

    4.9 stars• 439 reviews
    From$112/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    3 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 8 people

    Includes

    Wetsuit and bootie rentals

    Highlights

    Explore the Yellowstone River near Yellowstone National Park on a hands-on inflatable kayak trip. Paddle through rolling waves and splashes with the possibility of spotting wildlife along the river corridor.
    • Paddle your own inflatable kayak through rolling waves and splashes
    • Navigate a wide, high-volume river with guide direction
    • Look for wildlife along the Yellowstone River corridor
    • Experience wave trains that continue during typical August low-water months

    What's Included

    • Wetsuit
    • Neoprene booties
    • Splash jacket
    • Onsite changing rooms

    Know before you go

    • Arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled trip time
    • Ages 13+ only
    • A minimum of 3 participants is required for the trip to run
    • An adult age 18+ must accompany children age 13
    • Basic mobility and reasonably good physical condition are required
    • Maximum chest size is 56 inches to fit the required personal flotation device
    • Pregnant travelers cannot participate
    • Requires the ability to follow guide directions
    • Sign a release and assumption-of-risk waiver before participating
    • Trips run rain or shine
    • Do not wear jeans, sweatsuits, heavy cotton, or sandals without a back strap

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel more than 48 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations 24–48 hours before departure are charged 50% of the trip total. Cancellations within 24 hours and no-shows are charged 100%.

    FAQs

    For May–June and late September, wear a bathing suit under the provided wetsuit and consider bringing a fleece layer and dry clothes for afterward. From July through early September, wear lightweight clothes you do not mind getting wet, plus sturdy sandals or water shoes; booties are available.

    Lunch is not provided. Bring your own lunch to use at the onsite picnic tables if you would like to eat before or after your Yellowstone River trip.

    Gratuities are not included in the listed price.

    Meeting details

    603 Scott Street, Gardiner, MT 59030

    Experience provided by Montana Whitewater - Yellowstone
    Experience provided by Montana Whitewater - Yellowstone

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    439 reviews•Google Maps
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    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.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    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!!!

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    lily

    July 6, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    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!!!

    Photo of lily

    lily

    July 6, 2026

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