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15 White Water Rafting in the UK Worth Flying For

22 trips  ·  from $63 a head

The 15 best white water rafting in the UK you can book, with the price of a seat, how long you are on the water and who each one suits. Number one is first for a reason; start there.

Whitewater Rafting on the River Dee in Llangollen - Horseshoe Falls and the first safety briefing
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Whitewater Rafting on the River Dee in Llangollen

1.Whitewater Rafting on the River Dee in Llangollen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 939 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90Our pick

Raft the River Dee from Horseshoe Falls with Bearded Men Adventures. You get a wetsuit, buoyancy aid, helmet, safety briefing, and a guide in your raft. Expect about 80 minutes on the water within a three-hour session, with rapids, river scenery, and plenty of splashes.

“The experience of water rafting was absolutely great made more memorable by the instructor who was kind patient and very knowledgeable a lovely day that I would definitely do again”

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White Water Rafting Experience in River Dee in Llangollen - Key points to know before you book
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White Water Rafting Experience in River Dee in Llangollen

2.White Water Rafting Experience in River Dee in Llangollen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 465 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $97

Meet Whitewater Active in Llangollen for a guided 2.5-hour rafting session on 4.5km of the River Dee. Equipment and transport to the get-in are included, and guides such as Becky explain the river and safety clearly. The group is capped at 12 for the rafting trip.

“The staff members were very friendly and good, even though we went a bit late they warmly welcomed us and explained everything and the ride was amazing experience”

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White Water Rafting on the River Tay from Aberfeldy - Guides, group spirit, and the human side
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White Water Rafting on the River Tay from Aberfeldy

3.White Water Rafting on the River Tay from Aberfeldy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 268 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83

Join Splash White Water Rafting in Aberfeldy for a 6-mile River Tay trip suited to first-timers and children aged eight and up. Your guide teaches paddling, leads river games, and steers the raft through three rapids, with wetsuits, safety gear, and photos included.

“Very friendly staff who made the trip both interesting and fun and catered for all the different ages on the boat”

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Brilliant White Water Rafting in the Lake District UK - Getting suited up for the river
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Brilliant White Water Rafting in the Lake District UK

4.Brilliant White Water Rafting in the Lake District UK

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 260 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $131

Meet at National Trust Fell Foot near Newby Bridge for a four-hour white water rafting session. Your guide, possibly James, supplies the raft, paddle, wetsuit, jacket, buoyancy aid, and helmet, then leads you to suitable water for family fun or a wilder outing.

“Great guys running the experience - really went out of their way to make it a day to remember. Make sure to bring old trainers - they will get wet!”

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Whitewater Rafting Activity, Bala,Wales - What happens during the two-hour session
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Whitewater Rafting Activity, Bala,Wales

5.Whitewater Rafting Activity, Bala,Wales

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 224 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $87

Join the National White Water Centre near Bala for a two-hour rafting session through Snowdonia’s Grade 3 and 4 rapids. Guides such as Sammy and Zak provide clear instruction, while wetsuits, footwear, and safety gear are included. Expect three runs, cold water, and plenty of splashing.

“We were celebrating a 30th birthday with the family and wanted an activity that would be memorable for everyone. We were not disappointed! Our guides (Sammy and Zack) did everything they could to make the experience special. The rafting consisted of three runs through a succession of rapids - brilliant! A short Health & Safety briefing and technical advice ensured that the nervous member’s fears were overcome. It was exhilarating, great fun and not as cold as we thought (wet suits are provided). Give it a go - you will not regret it.”

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Whitewater River Tubing in Llangollen - What the safety briefing covers
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Whitewater River Tubing in Llangollen

6.Whitewater River Tubing in Llangollen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 191 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83

Spend about three hours tubing the River Dee from Llangollen to the Horseshoe Falls area. Guides such as Jack, Flynn, Alex, Saul, Jason, and Hugh explain safety, steer you through calm water and rapids, and keep the mood light. Expect wet fun, scenic views, and some neck work.

“Amazing Guides Jack and Flynn great lads, good laugh and explained everything clearly definitely would recommend to anyone who is a water sport funatic or something new to try X our neck ar killing 🤣”

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Whitewater Rafting, North Wales - Arriving at Canolfan Tryweryn near Bala
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Whitewater Rafting, North Wales

7.Whitewater Rafting, North Wales

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $85

Take on two runs of the Tryweryn River’s grade 3 to 4 rapids from the National White Water Centre near Bala. You’ll raft in a group of up to six, with safety instruction, wetsuit hire, helmet, and buoyancy aid available. Guides such as Zach, Emily, and Patrick are known for clear coaching and good humor.

“3rd time for me, 1st for my son. Never gets boring, such good fun and the instructors are always brilliant, we had Matt and he made it so much fun whilst also making sure we were safe”

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FUN White Water Rafting - How the two-hour river session works
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FUN White Water Rafting

8.FUN White Water Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $62Best value

Join an expert river guide on the Welsh Dee for a two-hour rafting session from Mile End Mill in Llangollen. You will paddle through Tomb Stones, Factory Falls, and Ski Slope, play raft games, and use provided wetsuits, helmets, and lifejackets. Bring swimwear, spare footwear, and a towel.

“We loved this, we also booked direct with the company to do gorge walking and it was brilliant so well organized”

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Llangollen: White Water Rafting Adventure - Meeting Serpent’s Tail and Town Falls
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Llangollen: White Water Rafting Adventure

9.Llangollen: White Water Rafting Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 52 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Spend three hours rafting the River Dee near Llangollen, learning paddle skills before tackling Serpent’s Tail, Town Falls, surf holes, and team challenges. English-speaking guides such as Mike, Alex, Liz, and Hughie keep the trip clear, safe, and lively. Bring clothes that can get dirty.

“Amazing time with amazing guides. All of the guides were so nice, friendly and informative. We were lucky enough to have Niamh as our guide in the raft. She was so nice and can tell she loves her job. Giving us facts and great conversations on the way. Would 100% recommend”

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White Water Tubing - Meeting the guides and finding your pace
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White Water Tubing

10.White Water Tubing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Meet at Bowlees Visitor Centre for a three-hour whitewater tubing session with qualified guides such as Phil, Dom, Dan, Sarah, or Joe. You will wear supplied river gear, tackle rapids up to class 4+, try a waterfall jump, visit the Green Room, and return to the starting point.

“We cannot recommend enough!! The team are amazing and managed to make all members feel welcome and supported! They had a stag do booked in at the same time; but ensured that we were with different instructors in different parts of the river and made sure it remained a family friendly experience!! It’s a must!!”

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White Water River Bugs in Llangollen - What happens during the 2.5-hour session
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White Water River Bugs in Llangollen

11.White Water River Bugs in Llangollen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $82

In Llangollen, you’ll learn river bugging on the River Dee with Whitewater Active. Sit between inflatable tubes or lie forward, then steer through rapids with swim mitts. Instructors such as Aaron, Clive, and Alfie have led sessions praised for clear safety guidance, humor, and patient coaching.

“A thoroughly great experience. Great fun and very well run by staff. The river was running a bit rapid but definitely added to the experience. That's what it's all about.”

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River Tay White Water Rafting - What happens before you enter the water
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River Tay White Water Rafting

12.River Tay White Water Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $80

Paddle six miles down the River Tay from Aberfeldy to Grandtully with Nae Limits Adventure. You’ll receive a wetsuit, safety gear, and transport, then work with guides such as Cam, Jack, Charles, or Cameron through rapids, games, and river challenges. Summer trips accept children from age six.

“Brilliant morning out with Cam and Jack. The youngest member on our raft was 11 so it had to be the Tay for us. We are an adventurous bunch so Cam had us playing games, doing challenges and surfing the last rapid - we all ended up in the river which was freezing but grRead more”

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White Water Rafting Half-Day Trip on the River Tummel - What the three-hour schedule means
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White Water Rafting Half-Day Trip on the River Tummel

13.White Water Rafting Half-Day Trip on the River Tummel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $82

Join Splash Whitewater Rafting at Clunie Power Station near Pitlochry for a half-day run through grade 3 and 4 rapids on the River Tummel. Your guide handles the river and safety gear, while a photographer guide takes free photos. You need swimwear, a towel, and wettable training shoes.

“We LOVED our rafting experience on the Tummel!! Two hours was the perfect duration! Great guides! Exciting rapids! We highly recommend this Scotland adventure!!”

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White Water Rafting and River Bugs on the River Tummel - From deep pools to Zig-Zag and Sharks Tooth
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White Water Rafting and River Bugs on the River Tummel

14.White Water Rafting and River Bugs on the River Tummel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $143

Meet Splash near Pitlochry for a guided River Tummel adventure. Paddle through Class II and III rapids, then face a two-tier Class IV drop into Loch Faskally. Choose a shared raft or a one-person river bug. Wet suits, safety gear, instruction, and photos are included.

“Thank you Sanou we had a brilliant time! So much fun white water rafting on the river tummel. Incredible scenery and great fun in the rapids.”

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Pitlochry, Scotland: Summer White Water Rafting Tour - Arriving at Clunie Dam picnic area
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Pitlochry, Scotland: Summer White Water Rafting Tour

15.Pitlochry, Scotland: Summer White Water Rafting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $80

Join Splash White Water Rafting for a 2.5-hour River Tummel trip near Pitlochry. After a safety briefing, gear up in a full wetsuit, ride a bus to the restricted dam area, and tackle grade 3 and 4 rapids in a six-person raft, ending with an 18-foot drop.

“Brilliant trip. River was low but rapids were Amazing. Lovely sunny day. Very well organised really pleased we booked.”

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