Wildlife River Trips: 2 to Book

1.Boise River Guided Rafting, Swimming and Wildlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $70Our pick

Spend about three hours rafting the Boise River with guides such as Randy, Adam, BJ, Jennica, or Elliot. Expect gentle rapids, swimming chances, birds, mink, and bald eagles. Gear, snacks, drinks, photos, shuttle service, and cold-weather layers are included.

“Our Boise River rafting trip was just what my adult daughters and I needed. The water was calm and relaxing, and our guide was very helpful and fun to talk with. It was refreshing being on the water. We got splashed a little--just enough to cool us off. The guides ensured that we had the proper safety geer, offered us water and snacks, took photos, and told jokes. What more could you ask for? Note: Google Maps had me take a wrong turn for the meeting place from which to take the shuttle to the launching area. This made us late. Fortunately, our guide called me, and we found the…”

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2.Scenic Wildlife Float Trip with Teton Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 67 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $120

You’ll float 13 miles of the Snake River with a guide such as Sandy, Egan, Callie, or Delaney, watching for bald eagles, osprey, beavers, and moose beneath the Tetons. The ride is calm rather than whitewater, lasts about three hours, and includes blankets, safety gear, and return transportation from Jackson.

“We had a wonderful time floating down the river with Ben. He was very knowledgeable and pointed out the wild life along the way.”

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