PRICES:

Adults $159

Ages 13 & Up

Children $139

Ages 6-12, Age restrictions may apply during spring run off, call for details.

Private Trip $1,100

Includes up to 6 people. After 6, each additional person is $159 for adults and $139 for children.

Requirements

Minimum Age: 6
Minimum Number of Participants: 4
Each trip requires at least 4 people to participate. If this requirement isn’t met, we’ll notify you to reschedule.

 

 

About Our 18 Mile Whitewater Trips

Experience our 18-mile whitewater rafting trip for a full day of Yellowstone River thrills, views of Montana's beauty, and the best of rafting in Yellowstone National Park. You’ll conquer a mix of Class I, II, and III rapids, pause at the iconic Lunch Island for a riverside picnic with epic mountain views, and raft into the legendary Yankee Jim Canyon to navigate rapids like Yankee Jim’s Revenge, Big Rock, The Pinch, and Boxcar.

At the end of your Yellowstone River adventure, sign the raft bus roof and check out your trip photos to relive one of the most exciting rafting trips in Yellowstone National Park. *Lunch is included

 

 

Know Before You Go

Check-in

Please arrive at our office (206 Park St. Gardiner, MT 59030) 30 minutes in advance to prepare and get your rafting gear. To save time, please fill out your waivers online via the link in your confirmation email.

Lunch is included on the 18 mile trip. Dietary restrictions must be submitted THE DAY BEFORE the trip.

Transportation

Provided to and from the river.

What to Wear

All necessary whitewater rafting gear is included, like helmets, life jackets, booties, splash jackets, and wetsuits. We recommend wearing river sandals, athletic clothing, fleece, and synthetic/wool socks (Avoid denim and cotton).

Trip Length

Plan for a 5-hour round-trip.

Who Can Ride

This trip is open to guests ages 6 and up (or 40lbs.).

FAQ: 18-Mile Whitewater Rafting

A regular whitewater rafting trip is a shared experience among different guests that includes expert guides, necessary gear, and the same scenic thrills through Class II-III rapids. The schedules are set and follow a typical group size dynamic. A private whitewater rafting trip includes only your group, who are exclusive to the raft with no other guests invited. It offers a more flexible pace, start time, and route decisions, and includes expert guides, necessary gear, and scenic thrills.
With rapids like "Maneater," "California Curler," and "Sleeping Giant," you’ll experience stretches of Class II–III rapids that are exciting but beginner-friendly. Class II rapids can reach up to 3 feet high while Class III rapids can reach from 3–5 feet high.
Yes, reservations are required to guarantee a spot on a specific date or time—walk-ins are only accepted if there’s availability. We recommend booking as early as possible—either online or by calling us directly.
Please check in 30 minutes before your trip at Yellowstone Raft Company: 206 Park St. Gardiner, MT 59030. (Look for the big white tent across the street from the Yellowstone National Park sign.) Here, you will sign waivers, receive gear, and meet your guide.
From May to June, plan for the water to be around 45–50°F, with warmer temperatures when summer progresses