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Scenic Float & Ride: Deluxe

PRICING:

Adults $269

Ages 13 & Up

Children $259

Ages 7-12

 

 

  • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to trip time to fill out paperwork and get geared up.
  • Plan for 2.5 hours round-trip.  All of our adventures take place outdoors; therefore, we cannot guarantee the trip length or size of rapids due to water flow.
  • Transportation to and from the river is provided.
  • The weather in Southwest Montana is ever-changing and often unpredictable. Please dress accordingly, water shoes and fleece are strongly recommended. 
  • Long pants and closed toes shoes are required for horseback.
  • Helmets and life jackets are always provided as well as wetsuits, splash jackets, and booties when needed!

Answer the call of serenity — all day long!

Trip Itinerary:

  • 10:30 am: Check-in at the Corrals
  • 11:00 am: Horseback ride into the Absaroka Mountains
  • Lunch Break (1:30 pm): Break to allow you time for lunch in Gardiner, explore suggestions here and be sure to call ahead for ETA's (LUNCH NOT INCLUDED).
  • 3:00 pm: Check-in at Yellowstone Raft Company
  • 3:30 pm: Scenic float trip down the Yellowstone River

Float & Ride FAQ's

Dress according to the weather. We can provide cool-weather gear, but we recommend fleece.  Sunglasses and sunblock are recommended. Your feet will likely get wet in the raft, but we do provide water shoes.

**All of our adventures take place outdoors; therefore, we cannot guarantee trip length or size of rapids due to water flow. The weather in Southwest Montana is ever-changing and often unpredictable. Please dress accordingly.  
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Saddle & Paddle Deluxe - Whitewater Rafting & Horseback Riding

Saddle and Paddle: Deluxe

PRICING:

Adults $269

Ages 13 & Up

Children $259

Ages 7-12

 

Answer the call of adventure — all day long!

Trip Itinerary:

  • 10:30 am: Check-in at the Corrales
  • 11:00 am: Horseback ride into the Absaroka Mountains
  • Lunch Break (1:30 pm): Break to allow you time for lunch in Gardiner, explore suggestions here and be sure to call ahead for ETA's (LUNCH NOT INCLUDED).
  • 2:30 pm: Check-in at Yellowstone Raft Company
  • 3:00 pm: 8-mile Whitewater rafting trip down the Yellowstone River

 

  • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to trip time to fill out paperwork and get geared up.
  • Plan for 8 hours round-trip.  All of our adventures take place outdoors; therefore, we cannot guarantee the trip length or size of rapids due to water flow.
  • Transportation to and from the river is provided.
  • The weather in Southwest Montana is ever-changing and often unpredictable. Please dress accordingly, water shoes and fleece are strongly recommended.
  • Helmets and life jackets are always provided as well as wetsuits, splash jackets, and booties when needed!

Saddle and Paddle FAQ's

Dress according to the weather. We can provide cool-weather gear, but we recommend fleece, Under Armour, or a synthetic material – not cotton – for under your rafting gear. Wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet, especially on a hot day. We provide all whitewater gear including helmets, life jackets, and water shoes (if needed). You may want to bring a change of clothes for afterward and change in our changing rooms. Sunglasses and sunblock are recommended. the ranch does not provide rain gear.

**All of our adventures take place outdoors; therefore, we cannot guarantee trip length or size of rapids due to water flow. The weather in Southwest Montana is ever-changing and often unpredictable. Please dress accordingly.  
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Full Day Kayaking

PRICING:

Adults $169

Ages 13 & Up

AMP UP YOUR PLAYTIME WITH CLASS II & III RAPIDS!

  • Paddle sit-on-top kayaks designed for safety — even if you're inexperienced.
  • Learn how to kayak a river with basic instruction on equipment, safety, stroke styles, movement in and out of the current, and whitewater technique from the safety of the shore or a quiet eddy.
  • Read the rapids and chart your own course for an experience 100 percent unique to you and your capabilities.
  • Glide with nimbleness over the water to reach all the river features you want to hit and easily maneuver through any obstacles.
  • Paddle fun, safe rapids without being intimidated
  • Fun for all ages, the Yellowstone River is a perfect introduction to whitewater kayaking with Class II and Class III rapids. Eddies and kayak-friendly wave-trains make a natural playground for solo boats.
  • Please arrive 30 minutes prior to trip time to fill out paperwork and get geared up.
  • Plan for 5 hours round-trip.  All of our adventures take place outdoors; therefore, we cannot guarantee the trip length or size of rapids due to water flow.
  • Transportation to and from the river is provided.
  • The weather in Southwest Montana is ever-changing and often unpredictable. Please dress accordingly, water shoes, athletic wear (no cotton), and fleece are strongly recommended.
  • Helmets and life jackets are always provided as well as wetsuits, splash jackets, and booties when needed!

Testimonials

"Wow! My wife and I are hooked now! I used to think that kayaking down a river with whitewater was only reserved for extreme athletes, but Yellowstone Raft Company showed us that this sport is possible even for beginners. Our guide was great and made us feel comfortable and safe, and made sure that we had FUN! We’ll be back again for sure!"
Joe B.
Minnesota
"We had a blast! Took kayaks down the rapids the first half and then jumped in a raft for the second half. Guides were fun, knowledgeable of the area, and went out of their way to make sure we had a great (and safe) time. Very patient with our complete lack of knowledge of kayaks."
Amber C.
Indiana
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18 Mile Whitewater

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, additional $150 per person after 6 people.

Requirements

Minimum Age: 2
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.

 

 

Know Before You Go

Check-in

Please arrive at our office 30 minutes in advance to fill out paperwork and get your rafting gear.

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.).

Whitewater Rafting FAQs

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 the main office located at: 212 W Park St (inside Paradise Adventure Company building), Gardiner, MT 59030 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
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