Yellowstone River Whitewater Rafting
Looking for exciting Yellowstone whitewater rafting, breathtaking scenery, and awesome Yellowstone River rafting guides? Choose from a half day whitewater trip, full day whitewater trip, scenic float, or overnight whitewater trip for thrilling and exhilarating rafting adventures. Our river experts ensure each trip is safe and enjoyable for all ages and experience levels.
Our Yellowstone whitewater rafting trips, which start at the North Entrance to Yellowstone National Park in Gardiner, Montana, are designed to provide the perfect blend of adventure, adrenaline, and natural beauty.
Whether you’re a seasoned rafter or a first-timer, our expert guides will ensure that you have a safe and unforgettable trip.
Select Your Yellowstone Whitewater Adventure
HALF-DAY RAFT TRIPS – MOST POPULAR!
Distance: 8 miles
Length: About 2 hours
$74 Adults
$64 Children (12 and under)
Choose from 5 departure times daily: 9:15am, 11:15am, 1:15pm, 3:15pm and 5:15 pm.
Thrilling whitewater rapids on a 2-hour trip on the exhilarating Yellowstone River! This unforgettable adventure delivers adrenaline-filled fun and beautiful scenery.
Trip Details
Choose from 5 departure times daily.
Our most popular rafting trip, you’ll spend an adventurous 2 hours paddling some of the best whitewater on the Yellowstone River. This wet n’ wild taste of Montana will be a highlight of your Yellowstone Vacation! Help your whitewater rafting guide navigate through exciting class II and III rapids (Queen of the Waters, Rock Garden, & Sleeping Giant), then float past scenic views of Yellowstone National Park, jumping out for a relaxing swim under views of 11,000ft Electric Peak and Devil’s Slide. Suitable for most ages and all experience levels. Minimum weight typically 45 lbs (call if questions).
$74 Adults
$64 Children (12 and under)
Trips depart at 9:15am, 11:15am, 1:15pm, 3:15pm, and 5:15pm daily (check in 30 minutes prior)
FULL-DAY RAFT TRIPS - CUSTOMER FAVORITE!
Distance: 18 miles
Length: 5–6 hours
$148 Adults
$128 Children (12 years & under)
Departs 9:30am daily, May through mid-August
Spend the entire day rafting the Yellowstone River, with the excitement of Class II & III whitewater rapids as well as plenty of time to relax and enjoy the pristine wilderness of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Enjoy whitewater rafting fun and quality time with your friends and family under the watchful eye of an experienced Flying Pig river guide. Weight Maximum of 300 lbs. per person
Trip Details
9:30am daily, May – Aug
Your small group of whitewater rafters are in for a treat as you paddle the Class I, II, & III waves of the Gardiner Town Stretch. You will navigate your raft through Queen of the Waters, Sleeping Giant, and Creighton’s Hole (sounds great, right?). Relax as you float past scenic views of Yellowstone National Park passing by Electric Peak and Devils Slide. Then feel the warmth of LaDuke hot springs as your raft floats right next to this geothermal feature. After breaking for a hearty riverside lunch including healthy deli sandwiches, fruit, dessert, and bottled drink, enjoy a scenic section of the Paradise Valley before the action kicks up again. Your afternoon will be packed with adventure as you and your crew tackle the biggest rapids of the day in Yankee Jim Canyon; a stretch of river that everybody loves!
This 18 mile trip has class I, II and III rapids! It departs at 9:30am and returns between 2 and 4pm.
$150 Adults
$140 Children (12 & under)
Weight Maximum of 300 lb per person
SCENIC FLOAT TRIPS
Distance: 8 miles
Length: About 2 hours
$74 Adults
$64 Children (12 and under)
Depart 3 times daily (9:15 am, 11:15am, and 1:15pm) May through August
Enjoy a serene 8-mile trip on a mellow section of the Yellowstone River, with stunning views of wildlife and scenery. Perfect for families with young children, or those seeking a relaxing and beautiful float. Let our professional and friendly guides lead the way while you sit back, relax, and experience the mesmerizing flow of the river.
Suitable for all ages and experience levels
It is possible that you will get splashed
Trip Details
Choose from 3 departure times daily.
Float down the beautiful Yellowstone River, soaking in the beautiful scenery and keeping watch for bald eagles, osprey or even elk and bison. Our guides expertly navigate the river while you sit back and enjoy a relaxing and scenic tour that includes 11,000 foot peaks, hot springs, and wildlife. Plus, you are welcome to bring along a fun beverage or a snack to enjoy along the way. This is a wonderful way to learn about this unique river that runs straight out of Yellowstone National Park.
Suitable for all ages and experience levels.
Departs 9:15am, 11:15am, and 1:15pm
Adult Price: $74 Child Price: $64
OVERNIGHT YELLOWSTONE RIVER RAFTING TRIP
Distance: 18 miles
Length: 24 hours
$385 Adults
$365 Children (17 years & under)
The overnight rafting trip combines the thrill of whitewater with a peaceful night under the stars. This trip offers a unique way to experience the beauty of Yellowstone’s ecosystem with experienced guides who take care of everything you need.
The trip includes three meals, canvas wall-tents for accommodation, bath houses with running water and electricity, and the adventure of a lifetime.
For more information, check our overnight rafting trip page for a full itinerary and customer reviews of our most-recommended trip.
We also offer many other exhilarating adventures such as horseback riding near Yellowstone and fly fishing in Yellowstone. We guarantee you’ll create memories that last a lifetime. Why wait to experience these adventures? Book yours today!
Trip Details
DAILY EARLY JUNE TO MID AUGUST. CHECK IN AT 3PM
Day 1: Enjoy early morning wildlife watching in Yellowstone Park, then check in with us at 3:00pm. We’ll suit you up for four miles of class II and III rapids, including the wild “town stretch”— sure to get you wet! A stretch of calm water will allow you to catch your breath before arriving at the campsite on the banks of the Yellowstone River. We have a fully-outfitted camp set up on the river’s edge, complete with private beach area, a cook shack, fire pit, and comfy chairs on the rivers edge. Upon arrival you can settle into your wall tent (or teepee!) as guides prepare hors d’oeuvres. Your accommodations feature single beds with mattresses, sleeping bags and pillows….all you need to bring are your PJ’s and your personal items! Just a few steps away is the bathhouse with two bathrooms, electricity, and outdoor showers for guys and gals.
While dinner is cooking, jump in the river, throw a fishing line in, or start up a round of croquet or tether-ball. Of course, sitting quietly in the sunshine to take in the views of majestic 11,000 foot Electric Peak directly across the river isn’t a bad option either! Finish the evening cozy around a campfire (with S’mores of course) while staring up at a blanket of stars. The lull of the river will send you peacefully off to sleep in your sleeping bag!
Day 2: Wake up to crisp air and hot coffee to sip around the fire (early AM risers may enjoy a wander on the trail upriver). After a hot breakfast, you’ll ready your gear and snap the lifejackets back on for another 14 miles down the river! The morning float contains miles of beautiful scenery, calm stretches of river mixed with intermittent rapids and includes a stop for a delicious lunch on the river’s edge. Don’t be fooled by the lazy flow of the river after lunch because just ahead lies the Class III rapids of the famous Yankee Jim Canyon– a highlight for all rafters!
Once you’re safely off the river, we’ll take you by bus back to the Flying Pig Adventure store in Gardiner where your overnight gear will be waiting for you. Don’t forget to check out the professional photos of your rafting adventure on the flat screen in our store!
Come join us for this unforgettable experience! Our guests repeatedly voice this as the highlight of their Yellowstone Vacation; it can be yours too, give us a call before the seats fill-up.
$385 Adults
$365 Children 17 and under
Check in at 3:30pm at 511 Scott Street, Gardiner, MT
Weight Maximum of 300 lb per person
Book an Unforgettable Whitewater Rafting Adventure
Flying Pig’s whitewater rafting trips are kept small for maximum enjoyment and personal attention for your group.
Our experienced, friendly guides help you navigate calm waters and challenging rapids (ranging from Class I to sometimes Class IV during high water) to ensure you have a safe, unforgettable experience on the Yellowstone River.
We are the only rafting company in Gardiner that lowers your boat to the river (you don’t have to carry your raft with us!), using a system of pulleys and cables, while you’ll walk down a path to the water’s edge. We make it easy and do all the work for you!
Whether you select a half-day raft trip, full-day raft trip, scenic float, or overnight rafting experience, prepare to take in stunning scenery and create lifelong memories.
Book your rafting trip today and get ready to embark on an exhilarating Yellowstone River adventure!
Combo Trips
3-DAY YELLOWSTONE PARK ADVENTURE
An exciting blend of an Overnight Rafting Trip and Overnight at the Ranch. Enjoy an action packed three days that will be a highlight of your Yellowstone Vacation. With one night in a remote Montana rustic cabin or wall tent and one night camping on the river, you get to experience it all. All meals and gear are provided.
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT OUR TRIPS ON
“What a fabulous experience!!! From the moment we got there, the Flying Pig team were welcoming and organized. Four of us were all inexperienced rafters and they put us at ease and made sure we had alot of fun on our trip!”
“Did the 2 hour scenic float on the Yellowstone with flying pig! Libby is an excellent guide and we had an amazing day with our 4 and 7 year olds. Highly recommend!”
“Flying Pig is the most committed adventure experience at the north entrance to Yellowstone (Gardiner/ Teddy Roosevelt arch). They try to do everything available and they do it professionally and they do it well. ”
“Fantastic experience I’ll never forget! Thank you so much to our helpful guide for answering all of our many questions and providing us with a great trip! We loved the rafting and want to do it again and again!”