AROUND THE WORLD · RIVER RAFTING
Grade two on a warm Balinese morning, grade five through a New Zealand chute. These 15 rafting trips are sorted by how rough the water is, what the guide provides and whether a beginner belongs in the boat.
Raft the Ayung River with a professional guide, passing jungle, waterfalls, wildlife, and carved stone walls. The rapids suit beginners, though the steep 300 to 400 steps each way require fitness. Guides such as Gede, Putu, and Ari are known for clear instruction and good humor.
“It was so funny, great group and guide! Highlight was the amazing waterfall”
Raft the Kaituna River near Rotorua with guides such as George, Luca, Elise, and Tor. Expect a full safety briefing, native forest, three waterfalls, Grade 5 action, and the famous Tutea Falls drop. Gear and a post-rafting sauna are included. Hotel transfers cost extra.
“Incredible rafting experience that you won’t get elsewhere! Great rapids and excellent rafting guides. 100% recommend if you want to white-water raft on the North Island.”
You’ll raft 9 km on the Cetina River with guides such as Christian, Valentino, and Ivan, stopping to swim, explore a cave, and jump from rocks up to 5 meters high. The rapids suit beginners, while the cave route adds a short scramble for those wanting more action.
“We had a great guide, the cliff dive and the cave exploration where a great activity during the rafting session.”
Set out from Hartford for a 6.5-mile Upper Pigeon River run with about 70 Class I to IV rapids. A certified guide handles the raft while you paddle, splash, and ride bigger waves. Ages 8 and up can join, with helmets, life jackets, and gear supplied.
“Awesome time! Sam our guide gave us an experience to remember. So much fun!! Good combination of rapids and relaxing. There is an option to have an extreme experience where you try to stay on the raft but the whilst one was just as fun! Must do while in Tennessee!”
Join Kaitiaki Adventures for a 150-minute Kaituna River rafting trip with guides such as Aoife, Jack, Ben, and Kyle. Expect 14 rapids, three waterfalls, a 7-metre drop at Tutea Falls, Māori cultural insight, river gear, and optional hotel transport from Rotorua.
“This was the most fun rafting I’ve ever had!! My guides were so awesome (Nixie and Ben) and it was such a good time and very thrilling. Felt very safe during the entire ride. Highly recommend this experience if near Rotorua!”
Join Croatia Rafting for a three-hour Cetina River trip from Omiš. You will paddle 12 kilometers through class 2 and 3 rapids, stop to swim in cold, clear water, and choose a 3 or 6-meter cliff jump. Guides such as George, Toni, Mario, and Ivan keep the outing safe and lively.
“Great activity for our family of 4 with two teens. Communication clear and helpful. Transport great and activity loads of fun!”
Join Rafting Pirate near Omiš for a roughly 10-kilometer Cetina River trip with guides such as Vicky, Hus, Caroline, or Lucia. Expect about three hours on the water, gentle rapids, swimming, optional 4-to-5-meter jumps, and a slippery cave behind a waterfall.
“AMAZING experience with an incredible guide. 10/10 recommend to anyone visiting the Split area. The rapids were a blast, but visiting the cave was the highlight of the experience for us.”
Paddle the Lower Animas River for about four hours with Mild to Wild, passing Train Bridge Rapid, Baby Smelter, and Class III Smelter. Guides such as Sam, Nina, Rob, and Anna combine clear instruction with local stories. The trip suits beginners and children age 4 and up.
“This was so much fun! Sam was our Rafting guide and really made our day relaxing and exciting all at the same time. the day of the event was organized and easily explained. I will definitly do this again.”
Paddle 10 kilometers through the Cetina Canyon with guides such as Jaime, Ivan, Fin, and Neno. This beginner-friendly trip includes a cave swim, waterfall stop, optional cliff jump, safety gear, and return transport. Expect about three hours on the river, cold water, and plenty of paddling.
“What a great experience - it’s like 6 activities rolled into one! Fantastic value for money (including €15 euro for great photos at the end!). Cetina river, waterfalls and nature are so beautiful. Nice balance of rapids and calm parts of river. Teens enjoyed the cave experience and cliff jumping. Big shout out to Hussein who immediately developed a good rapport with us and shared in our jokes and humour!”
Meet Bearded Men Adventures in Llangollen, gear up in a supplied wetsuit, buoyancy aid, and helmet, then ride the River Dee from Horseshoe Falls with a guide in your raft. Expect about 80 minutes on the water within a three-hour session, with rapids, safety coaching, and plenty of splashing.
“We went white water rafting on Saturday, it was a great experience from start to finish, I went with my husband 2 daughters and her boyfriend, we got great instruction, felt very safe in the capable hands of our instructor Sol. He made sure we were well equipped for our adventure. Certainly recommend the white water rafting, great memories and great value for money. I especially liked that lots of photos were taken by a photographer throughout our adventure and received the full set digitally for 7.50 each, amazing value thank you x”
Meet Sport Mix in Bovec for a guided rafting run on the Soča River. You get transport, all equipment, safety instruction, and roughly 1 to 1.5 hours on the water, with chances to swim, slide, jump, and enjoy the scenery. Guides such as Guillermo, Barna, and Trevor are known for a lively, reassuring style.
“Stunning location. Professional company. The guides made every moment fun. Great experience. A highlight.”
Spend about seven hours rafting the Tampaon River with guides such as Guero and Steve, handling class III rapids, wide calm stretches, and striking Huasteca scenery. The tour includes instruction, helmet, snacks, lunch, photography support, and pickup from Ciudad Valles hotels.
“Highly recommend Rafting. Our tour guides were guero and Steve. Super funny, easy going, helpful and professional.They know the waters like the back of their hands. Will be back again!!!”
Raft the Cetina River with guides such as Ivan, Marin, Damjan, and Daniel. Expect safety training, easy rapids, quiet river stretches, cliff and forest scenery, swimming stops, and about 2 to 3 hours on the water. Choose a Split transfer or meet in Blato na Cetini.
“Josip and Marin were great guides. The rafting was exciting but we still felt safe throughout. The river and its surroundings are beautiful!”
Meet at 1:30 pm in Moab for a 4.5-hour Colorado River outing through Castle Valley, past Fisher Towers and red-rock canyons. Your guide handles the raft and shares geology, wildlife, and local stories while you paddle gentle class I and II rapids. Equipment and round-trip transport are included.
“Very great experience, friendly and professional staff, very beautiful view from the river, thank you very much Will get back 🤗”
Spend about 12 hours traveling from Cairns to the Tully River, then paddle through more than 40 rapids, including Grade 4 sections such as Alarm Clock and Theatre. Experienced guides such as Daz, Tom, Max, and Johnny lead the rafts. Expect wet shoes, a long drive, rainforest scenery, and an included pub meal.
“Amazing trip. Outstanding guides and exceptional rapids. The only down thing I’d say is there is no where to change after the trip. Maybe buy some pop up tents for the women to change in”
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