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Big Sky: Half-Day Gallatin River (Class II-IV) Rafting Trip

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Activity provider:Montana Whitewater & Yellowstone Zipline
Big Sky: Half-Day Gallatin River (Class II-IV) Rafting Trip
5 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars
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Raft the famous "A River Runs Through It" Gallatin River on a half-day whitewater rafting tour. Join a challenging trip perfect for experienced rafters and thrill seekers with Class II-IV rapids.

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Duration 3 hours
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Highlights

  • Nivigate through challenging rapids down the Gallatin River with your group
  • Disconnect from the world on a river surrounded by rugged Montana wilderness
  • Connect with nature and with your tour group on an exciting outdoor adventure
  • Enjoy an activity with a challenge and adrenaline while enjoying the outdoors
  • Learn the dos and don'ts of rafting before beginning your thrilling adventure

Full description

Meet at the tour office in the Gallatin Canyon where office staff will check you in for your trip and guides will get you outfitted with all the equipment needed. Get set up with your wetsuits, booties, and splash tops all free of charge.

Show up with a bathing suit to wear under the wetsuit, or synthetic layers that can dry quick if wetsuits are not required. Shuttle on a short drive upstream where you will get a safety talk to outline the dos and don't of rafting before getting in the water.

Begin with small rapids that progress in size until you are in the lower canyon where you’ll conquer rapids including House Rock and the Mad Mile- the longest stretch of whitewater in the region. Raft for about 3 hours, depending on water levels.

Be picked up at the end of the trip for a short drive back to the tour office and dry clothes.

Includes

  • Shuttling between the tour office and the river (round-trip)
  • Helmet
  • Paddle
  • Type V personal floatation device
  • Free wetsuits
  • Free neoprene booties
  • Free splash tops
  • Trained guides certified in Swift Water Rescue, First Aid and CPR
  • Pickup and drop-off from accommodations
  • Food and Drinks
  • Tips

Not suitable for

  • Children under 6 years
  • Pregnant women

Meeting point

You will meet and park at our office, head into the office for check in. Check includes payment, ensuring your waivers are signed, and instruction to get equipment. Our guides will outfit you with all the equipment, load onto our shuttle vehicle to take you to the rafting start point.

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Important information

Know before you go

  • You will use your car like your locker and leave all dry clothes and valuables in your car
  • The office has a place for you to store your car keys
  • The Mad Mile is class IV during high water, usually in June and July
  • It will change to class III around August through the end of the season due to dropping water levels
  • Restrictions may apply based on age and ability during these months
  • We will adjust your trip if needed
  • Professional photographers will get shots of you throughout the trip
  • Trip photos, apparel, snacks and souvenirs are available for purchase right at the office

From $155 per person

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GetYourGuide traveler – United StatesAugust 14, 2024 – Verified booking
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Kerry – United StatesAugust 12, 2024 – Verified booking
Charlie was an awesome guide! The rapids were great. We’d definitely book another trip.
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GetYourGuide traveler – GermanyAugust 7, 2024 – Verified booking

Product ID: 552501

Activity provider:Montana Whitewater & Yellowstone Zipline
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