Family Trips

A river is the perfect venue for families wanting to spend quality time together. We’ve specialized in bringing families downriver since 1979. Our guides are excellent at providing activities to capture kids' interests while also allowing parents a chance to sit back and enjoy their own personal time. Our most popular family trips continue four and five days down the Rogue and Salmon rivers and allow the family plenty of time to grow, bond and develop lasting memories.

Rogue River 3-Day Rafting Trip - Camping - 2011
Price	Minimum Age	Difficulty
Adults: $715.00 Youth: $675.00 (12 and Under)	7	Class III (moderate to exciting)
A shorter version of our popular 4-day Rogue River trip. Three days of whitewater fun and two nights of comfortable camping. Abundant wildlife, cascading side streams, fern-adorned grottoes and inviting sandy beaches create the perfect opportunity to experience the wonders of the Rogue River Wilderness. Families have plenty of time to explore and play together, while experienced adventurers will thrive in the canyon’s rugged remoteness. Put this trip on top of your “to do” list.
Rogue River 4-Day Rafting Trip - Camping - 2011
Price	Minimum Age	Difficulty
Adults: $865.00 Youth: $775.00 (12 and Under)	7 (and 50 lbs.)	Class III (moderate to exciting)
Our most popular Rogue River trip, with four days of fun and three nights of comfortable camping - the perfect amount of time to experience all the Rogue River has to offer. Abundant wildlife, cascading side streams, fern-adorned grottoes, inviting sandy beaches, and a leisurely itinerary create the perfect opportunity to experience the wonders of the Rogue River Wilderness. Families have plenty of time to explore and play together, while experienced adventurers will thrive in the canyon’s rugged remoteness. Join us for one of the best all-around river trips in the country.
Lower Salmon River 4-Day Rafting Trip - 2011
Price	Minimum Age	Difficulty
Adults: $895.00 Youth: $799.00 (12 and Under)	7 (and 50 lbs.)	Class III (moderate)
Our four-day trip through the Lower Gorges of Idaho’s Salmon River offers plenty of sunshine, big splashy rapids, warm water and a camping experience second to none. The big sandy beaches are perfect for swimming, games and activities - not to mention plenty of space for the most comfortable camps on the river. The Lower Salmon is an ideal setting for families with young kids, professional groups or anyone looking to get away for a few days. Paddle the rapids, swim and play during the day and in the evenings enjoy the dramatic canyon scenery and a stunning star-studded sky.
Lower Salmon River 5-Day Rafting Trip - 2011
Price	Minimum Age	Difficulty
Adults: $1,029.00 Youth: $979.00 (12 and Under)	7 (and 50 lbs.)	Class III (moderate)
A five-day trip on the Lower Salmon covers the same section of river as our four-day trip, but allows an extra day to enjoy the sunshine, big splashy rapids, warm water, dramatic canyon scenery and outstanding beaches. For many, five days and four nights is the perfect amount of time to spend on the river -- especially later in the summer when the river is lower and slower, the water is warmer and temptation to linger is irresistible.
Lower Salmon River 5-Day Rafting Trip with Jet Boat - 2011
Price	Minimum Age	Difficulty
Adults: $1,259.00 Youth: $1,159.00 (12 and Under)	7 (and 50 lbs.)	Class III (moderate)
Finish your relaxing 5-day Salmon trip with a thrilling high-speed jet boat ride on the Snake River through the lower reaches of Hell's Canyon. This popular option caps the perfect river trip with the perfect finish. Once we reach the confluence with the Snake River on our last day, a chartered jet boat will pick you and your bags up and deliver you directly to the Quality Inn where you started 5 days before in Clarkston.
Deschutes River 1-Day Rafting Trip
Price	Minimum Age	Difficulty
Adults: $100.00 Youth: $95.00 (12 and Under)	6 (and 50 lbs.)	Class III (moderate)
Our one-day Deschutes River trip is perfect for anyone wanting some splashy excitement on a hot summer. Oregon's most popular day trip offers big waves and spectacular desert canyon scenery. This trip is convenient for folks coming from Portland, the Gorge or Bend. A great day awaits you on the Deschutes River.
Deschutes River 2-Day Rafting Trip - 2011
Price	Minimum Age	Difficulty
Adults: $369.00 Youth: $349.00 (12 and Under)	6 (and 50 lbs.)	Class III (moderate)
Our two-day trip explores the upper canyon of the Lower Deschutes River, offering excellent birding, comfortable camping and fun but moderate rapids. The Deschutes is close and convenient to Bend and Portland, and is perfect for beginners, families and groups. We make it easy to participate, including all camping and rafting gear and delicious meals. For those seeking a quick getaway with fun but moderate rapids, dependable sunshine and canyon scenery, the Deschutes River is a fine choice.
Deschutes River 3-Day Rafting Trip - 2011
Price	Minimum Age	Difficulty
Adults: $535.00 Youth: $515.00 (12 and Under)	6 (and 50 lbs.)	Class III (moderate)
Spend more time finding out why the Deschutes River is Oregon's most popular rafting destination. 3 days and 2 nights gives you plenty of time to explore and enjoy the Lower Deschutes canyon. Challenge the splashy rapids in a paddle raft or inflatable kayak by day and at night enjoy gourmet meals, a comfortable camp and a brilliant starry desert sky. Close and convenient to Portland & Bend.
McKenzie River Half-Day Rafting Trip - Afternoon
Price	Minimum Age	Difficulty
Adults: $75.00 Youth: $60.00 (12 and Under)	6 (and 50 lbs.)	Class II+ (easy)
A half-day McKenzie rafting trip is the perfect opportunity to “get your feet wet.” If you’d like to get your family, friends or special group out for a whitewater sampler, or if you’re an experienced rafter and need to get away for a quick “whitewater fix,” this is the perfect opportunity. Oh, and the McKenzie River just happens to be one of Oregon's most scenic rivers!
McKenzie River 1-Day Rafting Trip
Price	Minimum Age	Difficulty
Adults: $95.00 Youth: $90.00 (12 and Under)	6 (and 50 lbs.)	Class II+ (easy but active)
Spending a full day on the McKenzie means more time on the river, more whitewater and more fun. The McKenzie is a shimmering jewel set in the heart of Oregon’s Cascade Mountains and often delivers the most memorable scenery for visitors to Oregon. Don’t be worried if you’re “getting your feet wet” for the first time or if you’ve already rafted before, the McKenzie is relatively easy, but fun and very active. The guides are friendly and highly professional and lunch is delicious and healthy. This could be the best day of your vacation!
John Day River 3-Day Rafting Trip - 2011
Price	Minimum Age	Difficulty
Adults: $535.00 Youth: $495.00 (12 and Under)	5 (and 50 lbs.)	Class II (very easy)
Our 3-Day Camp Trip offers opportunities for exploring old homesteads and examining mysterious Indian rock art. Witness the layering of volcanic flows and the colorful bands of ancient exposed fossil-rich sediments. Very few rapids make this a comfortable and relaxing river trip.
John Day River 5-Day Rafting Trip - 2011
Price	Minimum Age	Difficulty
Adults: $795.00 Youth: $745.00 (12 and Under)	5 (and 50 lbs.)	Class II (very easy)
Five days along the John Day River gives you just enough time outdoors to recharge and relax. Our guides talk about the 15 million-year-old Columbia Basalt flows that make up the geology of the canyon and the history of human habitation dating back thousands of years. They also ensure that you are the most comfortable traveler on the river, providing first-class camping equipment and preparing gourmet meals.
McKenzie River Half-Day Rafting Trip - Morning
Price	Minimum Age	Difficulty
Adults: $75.00 Youth: $60.00 (12 and Under)	6 (and 50 lbs.)	Class II+ (easy)
A half-day McKenzie rafting trip is the perfect opportunity to “get your feet wet.” If you’d like to get your family, friends or special group out for a whitewater sampler, or if you’re an experienced rafter and need to get away for a quick “whitewater fix,” this is the perfect opportunity. Oh, and the McKenzie River just happens to be one of Oregon's most scenic rivers!