The 7 2-Hour Experiences Worldwide We Would Book Again

1.Whale Watching Maui: 2-Hour Small Group Raft Tour from Lahaina

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 661 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $80 a head Our pick

From Lahaina, you’ll spend about two hours aboard a custom inflatable raft in the Maui Nui whale sanctuary. Captains such as Will or Joe and naturalists including Renee or Brian may guide the trip. Expect 360-degree views, filtered water, reef-safe sunscreen, whale songs through a hydrophone, and a small group capped at 20.

“This was a fun and informative activity. It was nice that it was a small group. We learned a lot of cool info about whales and were able to quickly drive over to any that we saw to watch them up close. I would definitely recommend doing this.”

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2.2 Hour Rafting on the Yellowstone River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 549 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $95 a head

Raft 8 miles of the Yellowstone River from Gardiner with guides such as Bode, Morgan, Jack, and Jess. Expect Class II and III rapids, mountain views, wildlife possibilities, and a swim stop in calmer water. The trip lasts about two hours, includes wetsuits and water shoes, and suits first-time rafters and families.

“Awesome trip on the Yellowstone!! Matt our guide was great! First time rafting but felt very safe and in good hands!!”

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3.Jasper National Park: 2-Hour Whitewater Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 310 reviews · 2 hours · from $80 a head

Join Jasper’s Whitewater Rafting Company for a two-hour Athabasca River trip suited to first-timers and families with children age five and up. You’ll ride an eight-person raft through grade 2 rapids, learn about the area from a licensed guide, and may swim in the glacial water. Wetsuits, boots, jackets, and transport from Jasper are included.

“It was so fun! Everything was explained really well and clear, Jordan was engaging, fun and made me feel very safe for my first time rafting. The whole experience was wonderful and they were all lovely, we had Jordan, Connor, Andy and Emily take us on our trip and they were all very fun and made the trip really entertaining (thank you to Andy for the photos!!) -also nice to see Connor living out his Canadian lifestyle (as a fellow Brit). Emily was also hilarious! All super friendly, would definitely book again!❤️”

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4.Jasper National Park Easy 2-Hour Rafting Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 291 reviews · 2 hours · from $65 a head Cheapest seat

Meet at Jasper Train Station and ride to the Athabasca River in a 25-foot oar-driven raft. Your guide rows while you enjoy mountain views, wildlife-spotting, and a few playful splashes. Guides such as Joel, Mark, Luke, and Finn are known for adding humor and local stories. This is a relaxed family trip, not a white-water challenge.

“Has an amazing time, very well organised, the guild was very helpful, funny and new a lot about the local area, we all had a great time and would highly recommend.”

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5.2 hours Rafting on Noce River in val di Sole

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $66 a head

You’ll raft the Noce River from Cusiano near San Michele’s Castle to Dimaro in about two hours. Guides such as Pedro, José, and Kosè lead the paddle briefing and river run in English. Expect grade 2 and 3 rapids, the grade 4 Mezzana section, supplied wetsuit and safety gear, and a return ride to the start.

“It was really fun! Dress-up in neopren suite, jacket, helm, life-vest. Safety instructions. Spend around 1 hour on white-water river, with rapids. Our guide Jose was great! He took pictures and videos with go-pro (can get it from reception after the ride, 30 eur). Then get on a bus and short drive back to starting point.”

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6.Maui Eco-Raft: 2 Hour Dolphin Watch Sightsee Tour (Semi-Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $96 a head

Board a low-to-water eco-raft in Lahaina for a two-hour search for wild spinner dolphins along West Maui and Lanai. Marine naturalists such as Bree and Nicole share stories about dolphins, whales, turtles, and island life. You stay on the boat, enjoy snacks and drinks, and may add lunch. Sightings are never guaranteed.

“It was a beautiful day to go out on the water and watch so many dolphins swimming right next to the boat.”

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7.RAFTING BOURG SAINT MAURICE – Descent of the Isère (2h on the water)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $106 a head

Meet AN Rafting at 8:45 a.m. in Macôt La Plagne for a full two-hour descent of the Haute-Isère. You must be at least 12 and able to swim. The team supplies transfers and technical equipment, while you bring a swimsuit and towel. The outing lasts about three and a half hours and returns to the base.

“Très beau parcours de rafting, encadré par une équipe très conviviale.”

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