This is the time to try kayaking! The river is clear and slower and has revealed a maze of rocks to practice the skills our seasoned kayak guides will teach you. We are currently taking reservations for 1pm daily and need a minimum of 2 people per trip.
Yellowstone River Kayaking
Big, beautiful and free-flowing, the Yellowstone River rolls along the north boundary of Yellowstone National Park through the many rapids of upper Paradise Valley. This is a wonderful river for all ages and a perfect river for a first time kayaker.
The Yellowstone warms up nicely by mid-summer. There are numerous eddies and rapids for a beginner to play in that are fun, but not intimidating. By mid-summer big, river-smoothed rocks start showing up that make a challenging maze for new paddlers.
The Yellowstone warms up nicely by mid-summer. There are numerous eddies and rapids for a beginner to play in that are fun, but not intimidating. By mid-summer big, river-smoothed rocks start showing up that make a challenging maze for new paddlers.
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Yellowstone Kayaking
Our sit-on-top kayak trips are designed for first time paddlers or paddlers with little or no river experience who want to learn about kayaking a river and experience the challenge of reading and running rapids in their own boat. Our seasoned instructors will teach the basics of equipment, safety and whitewater technique on the beach and in a quiet eddy out of the current, and then guide you down an appropriate stretch of river.
$59 Adults only
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Paddle & Saddle
Double your adventure and value with our newest combo trip. Start your day off with a guided horseback ride high above the river valley with our partners, Absaroka Beartooth Outfitters, while taking in views of Mammoth and the high alpine scenery overlooking Yellowstone National Park, then spend the hotter part of the day welcoming the cooling splashes of the river on our half day trip.
We have two options to accommodate your schedule.
The first is the express trip (for the organized go-getter):Starting at 8 a.m. with a horseback ride, followed by an 11 a.m. raft trip. You'll be finished by 1:30 p.m. with the rest of your day free. You may want to bring a snack to keep your energy levels up.
The second is the late arrival option: Beginning with an 11 a.m. horseback ride and a 3 p.m. raft trip. This relaxed trip is great for larger groups or those who need more time to travel.
There are several dining options in Gardiner to chose from whether you are grabbing a quick bite between trips on the late arrival option or are sitting down for a relaxing lunch after your Express trip.
*These trips meet at Absaroka-Beartooth Outfitters corral located 2.5 miles past our office on the road to Jardine. Turn right at the North Yellowstone B&B.
$85 Adults $75 Children
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Meeting Place: All River trips meet at our office at #111 2nd St. in Gardiner. We are located on Highway 89, one block north of the park or 2 blocks south of the Yellowstone River Bridge, across the street from the K-Bar Restaurant. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your trip time. 1-800-858-7781