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15 White Water Rafting Trips Worth Flying For

215 trips  ·  from $15 a head

Grade III is the standard commercial run and where most paddlers stay. These 15 go further: the Soca, Browns Canyon, the Kaituna and the rest, with the price of a seat, the grade and the season each one actually works in.

Rotorua Rafting: Kaituna River White Water Rafting & Free Sauna - What the half-day outing is really like
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Rotorua Rafting: Kaituna River White Water Rafting & Free Sauna

1.Rotorua Rafting: Kaituna River White Water Rafting & Free Sauna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,952 reviews · from $83Our pick

Raft the Kaituna River through a subtropical canyon with an experienced guide such as George, Luca, Tor, or Riley. No experience is needed, and wetsuits, helmets, booties, paddles, and safety gear are supplied. Expect about an hour on the river, three waterfalls, Grade 5 action, and a free sauna afterward.

“It is an intense but very fun experience. The pictures are true to life. We are in our 60’s and not very fit and we did fine.”

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Half Day Whitewater Rafting Trip - John Stevens Canyon from the river
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Half Day Whitewater Rafting Trip

2.Half Day Whitewater Rafting Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,840 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Meet Glacier Raft Company in West Glacier, gear up, and ride an 8-mile stretch of the Middle Fork of the Flathead River. Guides such as Katie, Owen, Claire, and Aaron lead first-timers through Class II rapids and the Bone Crusher, with mountain views and equipment provided.

“Family of 6, mostly first time whitewater rafters. This was the perfect trip. Our guide was amazing. The rafting skill and big emphasis on safety was very reassuring to the more anxious members of our group. Could not recommend this company more as a pick for whitewater rafting in glacier.”

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Barron Gorge White Water Rafting from Cairns or Port Douglas - Getting ready at Barron Gorge National Park
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Barron Gorge White Water Rafting from Cairns or Port Douglas

3.Barron Gorge White Water Rafting from Cairns or Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,596 reviews · from $91

You’ll raft the Barron River for up to two hours through Grade II and III rapids, calm stretches, rainforest cliffs, and ravines. Pickup is available from Cairns or Port Douglas. Guides such as Lily, Felix, Jess, and Jacob provide instruction, while beginners aged 12 and up tackle the river in rafts of up to seven people.

“Great adventure for River Rafting beginners. The support crew is good and helpful. Overall highly recommended”

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Bali: ATV Quad Bike & White Water Rafting Adventure - The ride from your hotel to Ubud
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Bali: ATV Quad Bike & White Water Rafting Adventure

4.ATV Quad Bike & White Water Rafting Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,316 reviews · 90 minutes - 8 hours · from $22

Ride an ATV through Ubud’s rice fields, bamboo forest, villages, and muddy trails, then raft the Ayung River past gorges and waterfalls. English-speaking guides such as Agus, Artaguna, and Adnyana are praised for clear safety help. Expect a long stair walk to the river and extra charges for photos.

“We had a lovely air conditioned vehicle for our 2.5 hour trip to our first activity. The driver, Jay, was friendly and spoke good English. We were transferred into the care of the rafting crew who were experienced and organised. Our guide, Gidi, clearly knew the river well and kept us safe while entertaining us through the whole magical 1.5 hour, 10km journey!! There were multiple "rapids" that were certainly enough adrenaline for me!! Videos were taken at the relevant spots by photographers on the banks - which were a great addition. Then we were off to the quad biking circuit. I had so much fun, I couldn't catch my…”

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Rafting Rotorua: Kaituna River White Water Experience - Arrival at the Kahikatea forest base
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Rafting Rotorua: Kaituna River White Water Experience

5.Rafting Rotorua: Kaituna River White Water Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,274 reviews · 2h 30m · from $83

Join Kaitiaki Adventures for a 150-minute Kaituna River rafting trip through native forest and steep canyons. Expert guides such as Aoife, Jack, Kyle, and Reiya lead first-timers through 14 rapids and three waterfalls, including 7-metre Tutea Falls. Hotel pickup, gear, and safety training are included.

“Overall amazing. Got picked up from accommodation, great safety and very fun guides. Great time!”

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White Water Rafting - Kaituna Cascades, The Originals - Getting suited up for Grade 5 water
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White Water Rafting – Kaituna Cascades, The Originals

6.White Water Rafting – Kaituna Cascades, The Originals

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,274 reviews · from $83

You’ll raft 11 rapids and three waterfalls on the Kaituna River, including 7-meter Tutea Falls, the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall. Guides such as Malcolm, Flynn, and Hamish lead the action. The Grade 5 trip suits fit, confident participants aged 13 to 65 and under 120 kilograms.

“Our FAVORITE excursion on our New Zealand Cruise. Malcom - our guide - AMAZING. Two in our group were VERY nervous because of the falls. However, did an amazing job on the safety briefing - with humor - that helped them relax. TRead more”

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Bali ATV Ride and White Water Rafting - Rafting the Ayung River through jungle and waterfalls
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Bali ATV Ride and White Water Rafting

7.Bali ATV Ride and White Water Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,004 reviews · from $47

Spend a full day rafting the Ayung River and riding an ATV near Ubud. You’ll receive safety instruction, equipment, lunch, and showers afterward. Choose a solo quad if you’re 16 or older, or ride tandem with an adult. Guides such as Made and Saka are praised for keeping the day lively and safe.

“Had a great day out with ATV and white water rafting. Not only was it exciting but the views were also amazing. Drifting down the river valley with jungle around you was top notch. Special mention to our super helpful driver Saka and our joyous raft guide Made. Made the trip even better.”

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Half-Day Whitewater Rafting in Browns Canyon - The private put-in and the first paddle strokes
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Half-Day Whitewater Rafting in Browns Canyon

8.Half-Day Whitewater Rafting in Browns Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 999 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.)

Join Noah’s Ark for a 2 to 3-hour rafting trip through Browns Canyon National Monument. After a safety briefing, you’ll suit up with a helmet and life jacket, then paddle class III rapids such as Raft Ripper, Zoom Flume, and Pinball. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

“Noah’s Ark was recommended to us by a local friend and we couldn’t be more happy. From the time you walk onto their property, through the end of your trip, you are treated with some of the best customer service I have ever experienced. Our guide Seth was an amazing leader: clear, specific and respectful with all his instructions. Even when we got off a little on timing he always remained calm, showing the leadership skills one would want from a guide. Amazing day with an amazing staff pretty much sums it up!!”

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Köprülü Canyon Antalya: Whitewater Rafting Trip - From hotel pickup to the rafting base
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Köprülü Canyon Antalya: Whitewater Rafting Trip

9.Köprülü Canyon Antalya: Whitewater Rafting Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 974 reviews · from $19Best value

Join NOVARAFT for a 15 km rafting run between Köprülü Canyon’s Oluk and Karabük bridges. Guides such as Sergio, Tufi, Enes, and Hasan lead the boats through class 2 to 3 rapids, with swim breaks, canyon views, lunch, and optional hotel pickup.

“Ahmed was a great guide, made sure that we had loads of fun on the rafts. Lunch was provided and was delicious. There was an option to buy photos at the end and this was reasonably priced. Would recommend this trip, great value for money.”

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Whitewater Rafting in Jackson Hole : Family Standard Raft - The gear choice that can make or break the day
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Whitewater Rafting in Jackson Hole : Family Standard Raft

10.Whitewater Rafting in Jackson Hole : Family Standard Raft

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 965 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $120

Take an 8-mile Snake River run from Jackson Hole with Dave Hansen White Water. Your guide handles the raft while you paddle through Class II and III rapids, including Lunch Counter and Big Kahuna. The standard raft holds up to 16 people, with morning and afternoon departures.

“Was great until they switched us just before launch from a 10 person raft, what we paid for, what we confirmed at the shop to a 16 person raft without asking our permission. We went from no competition for spots to half our group not paddling because 16 person boats have a third row in the middle where you can’t paddle and you just sit. To make matters worse, once I realized another group had asked to switch boats, and they switched us, the 10 person boats had already launched. My experience with 16 person boats came true, kids and adults DO NOT want to take turns and the boat…”

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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

11.Whitewater Rafting on the River Dee in Llangollen

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

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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Whitewater Rafting on Soca River, Slovenia - From Sport Mix in Bovec to the river
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Whitewater Rafting on Soca River, Slovenia

12.Whitewater Rafting on Soca River, Slovenia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 931 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $87

Meet Sport Mix in Bovec, gear up, and ride about 9 kilometers of the Soča River with a professional guide. Expect roughly 1 to 1.5 hours on the water within a three-hour outing, plus swimming, slides, rock jumps, and free trip photos when conditions allow.

“Beautiful exciting experience, our instructor Gilly was marvelous, very knowledgeable and nice. I would do it all over again”

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Rafting Rotorua Kaituna White Water Rafting | Kaitiaki Adventures - The Kaituna River delivers quick action
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Rafting Rotorua Kaituna White Water Rafting | Kaitiaki Adventures

13.Rafting Rotorua Kaituna White Water Rafting | Kaitiaki Adventures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 759 reviews · from $83

Join Kaitiaki Adventures for a guided Kaituna River run through native forest and volcanic gorge. You’ll tackle more than 14 rapids and the 7-metre Tutea Falls with Māori and local guides such as Jack, Hudson, Ben, and Reiya. Gear, safety briefing, and central Rotorua transfers are included.

“The Rapids are awesome! The scenery is amazing! The water fall drop is outstanding! The guides are so much fun to be around! Highly recommended!”

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Tully River Full-Day White Water Rafting - Safety briefing before the rapids
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Tully River Full-Day White Water Rafting

14.Tully River Full-Day White Water Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 669 reviews · from $142

Spend a full day rafting the Tully River through Tully Gorge National Park. Guides such as Daz, Max, Tom, and Johnny lead first-timers through Grade 4 rapids, with optional cliff jumping and river floating. Cairns pickup, equipment, and a pub meal are included, but bring wet shoes, a towel, and dry clothes.

“Rafting down the Tully River was an absolute thrill! The guide's expertise and charismatic approach made the experience both exhilarating and incredibly fun. Navigating the rapids felt safe yet adventurous under their professional guidance. The entire trip was peppered with laughter, thanks to the guide's entertaining stories and enthusiastic engagement with everyone. It was a perfect blend of natural beauty, excitement, and humor. This rafting trip not only sparked my adrenaline but also left me with unforgettable memories. Truly a top-notch experience!”

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Bali ATV Quad Bike Through Tunnel, Waterfall, White Water Rafting - The Ayung River rafting section
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Bali ATV Quad Bike Through Tunnel, Waterfall, White Water Rafting

15.Bali ATV Quad Bike Through Tunnel, Waterfall, White Water Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 610 reviews · from $26

Pair a 90-minute ATV ride through rice fields, tunnels, rivers, and waterfalls with roughly two hours of Ayung River rafting. Guides such as Rico and Usman keep the action moving, while hotel transfers, meals, lockers, showers, and safety gear simplify the day.

“Amazing experience, I think if you leave Bali without doing this excursion, sorry you didn't visit Bali. Jerry was extremely warm welcoming and guided me throughout till drop-off.”

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