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The 15 Best Rafting Trips in the World

849 trips  ·  from $7 a head

Every river here is somebody’s favourite and about four of them are actually famous. The 15 below are the runs that earn a flight or a long drive, priced, graded and honest about how much of the day is spent in the water.

Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting - The drive from Chiang Mai to Mae Wang
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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting

1.Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 9,160 reviews · 9 hours · from $60 a head Our pick

Travel from Chiang Mai to Pon Elephant Thailand for a full day of feeding, walking with, and bathing rescued elephants. Guides such as Nop, Paul, Yaya, and Sunny explain elephant care and help with photos. The day also includes a waterfall swim, Thai lunch, and bamboo rafting on the Mae Wang River.

“Nop was a phenomenal guide! He was very welcoming, informative, and always put a smile on everyone’s faces! He made our trip unforgettable, thank you!”

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Bali: Ubud Gorilla Face ATV and Ayung Rafting Trip with Meal - What happens before the engines start
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Bali: Ubud Gorilla Face ATV and Ayung Rafting Trip with Meal

2.Ubud Gorilla Face ATV and Ayung Rafting Trip with Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,765 reviews · 150 minutes - 8 hours · from $19 a head

Pair a 1.5-hour solo or tandem ATV ride near Ubud with 2.5 hours of rafting on the Ayung River. Expect muddy tracks, rice fields, jungle, waterfalls, Gorilla Face Cave, steep river steps, showers, lockers, and fried rice or noodles. Pickup is available from several Bali areas.

“Overall the rafting was very exciting and interesting . Just it would have been really important to mention that we would have to climb down over three hundred steps and climb up another steep 400-500!! I had a knee issue and the climbing was very harmful for my knee and back. It would have been very important to mention all that accurately on the description The meal was ok , no drinks were included”

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Antalya: Ziplining, Rafting, Jeep Tour & Quad Safari w/Lunch - Rafting 14 kilometers through ten rapid sections
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Antalya: Ziplining, Rafting, Jeep Tour & Quad Safari w/Lunch

3.Ziplining, Rafting, Jeep Tour & Quad Safari w/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,260 reviews · 5 - 10 hours · from $26 a head

Spend 5 to 10 hours in Köprülü Canyon with rafting, ziplining, and your choice of Jeep, buggy, or quad safari. You will cover 14 km of river, tackle about 10 rapid sections, swim between runs, and eat a riverside lunch. Guides such as Muke, Nabi, Hajjar, and Monzer are known for keeping groups lively and safe.

“Had an absolutely amazing experience would definitely recommend to everyone! Even though I went solo I think this is a great family opportunity and definitely the highlight of my stay! My guide Muke was amazing tbh all the guides were super funny and honestly had a blast will definitely be back.”

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Khao Lak: Rafting, Elephant Bathing & Sea Turtle Center Tour - A calm start on the bamboo river
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Khao Lak: Rafting, Elephant Bathing & Sea Turtle Center Tour

4.Rafting, Elephant Bathing & Sea Turtle Center Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,519 reviews · 5 hours · from $73 a head

Start with a calm bamboo-raft ride, visit a sea turtle center, cool off at Ton Pling Waterfall, then feed and bathe elephants at a conservation camp. English-speaking guides such as Boom, Adam, Marta, and Run lead the day, with lunch, fruit, water, transfers, and entry fees included.

“Excellent day, Adam was a great guide, we really enjoyed the experience.”

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Bali: Ayung River Guided Rafting Adventure with Lunch - Two hours among rapids, carvings, and forest
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Bali: Ayung River Guided Rafting Adventure with Lunch

5.Ayung River Guided Rafting Adventure with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,289 reviews · 150 minutes - 5 hours · from $26 a head

Take a guided two-hour rafting trip on Bali’s Ayung River, with class 2 rapids, jungle scenery, stone carvings, waterfalls, and possible wildlife sightings. Guides such as Gede, Ari, Putu, and Maddy keep beginners safe and entertained. Afterward, shower, change, and enjoy an Indonesian buffet lunch. Hotel pickup is optional.

“Pickup went well, instructions by the rafting guide were clear and he was competent but also funny and friendly. The bathroom and shower facilities were recommendable (clean). We also liked the Balinese lunch buffet after the boat ride :)”

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Rotorua Rafting: Kaituna River White Water Rafting & Free Sauna - Getting ready at 761 State Highway 33
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Rotorua Rafting: Kaituna River White Water Rafting & Free Sauna

6.Rotorua Rafting: Kaituna River White Water Rafting & Free Sauna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,952 reviews · from $83 a head Best rated

Raft the Kaituna River through native forest and three waterfalls, including the 7-meter Tutea Falls. Guides such as George, Elise, Luca, and Tor lead the Grade 5 run with clear safety instructions. No experience is needed. Gear and a free sauna are included, with a half-river option for children aged 10 to 12.

“I was nervous about doing this adventure since I hadn’t rafted in a very long time and never class 5. They add a few extra fun things, like swimming down one of the rapids, and sitting on tge raft in the front over another The water is so beautiful, our guide, Elise, was amazing! I had a blast, so glad I didn’t back out!”

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Half Day Whitewater Rafting Trip - What happens at 106 Going-to-the-Sun Road
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Half Day Whitewater Rafting Trip

7.Half Day Whitewater Rafting Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,840 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90 a head

You’ll paddle an 8-mile stretch of the Middle Fork of the Flathead River near West Glacier, tackling Class II rapids such as Bone Crusher with a professional guide. Guides including Katie, Owen, Claire, and Aaron are praised for clear safety instruction and local stories. No rafting experience is needed, and equipment is provided.

“Bridget was a wonderful guide. She was experienced and provided lots of valuable information. I would recommend this trip to anyone wanting to have a fun time rafting.”

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Cetina River: Rafting and Cliff Jumping Tour - Getting there and finding the Luka Rafting base
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Cetina River: Rafting and Cliff Jumping Tour

8.Cetina River: Rafting and Cliff Jumping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,774 reviews · 3 - 6 hours · from $53 a head

Spend 3 to 6 hours on the Cetina River with a professional guide such as Christian, Kristijan, Valentino, or Ivan. Paddle a 9-kilometer route through rapids, waterfalls, caves, and quiet river sections, with time for swimming, an optional cave scramble, and cliff jumping up to 5 meters. Transfers from Split are available.

“Christian is a top tour guide, funny and skilled at the same time. A big recommendation! THANKS!”

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Waitomo Caves: Labyrinth Black Water Rafting Experience - Getting ready at the Black Water Rafting base
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Waitomo Caves: Labyrinth Black Water Rafting Experience

9.Waitomo Caves: Labyrinth Black Water Rafting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,673 reviews · 3 hours · from $115 a head

Join trained guides such as Evie, Molly, or G on a three-hour trip through Ruakuri Cave. You will scramble over limestone, jump small waterfalls, float beneath glowworms, and finish with a hot shower and snacks. The water is 10 to 14°C, wetsuits are supplied, and the tour suits fit participants aged 12 and over who weigh at least 45 kilograms.

“This was an incredible Indiana-Jones style adventure. Deep caverns, rushing water, going off waterfalls, and floating through the dark with an incredible ceiling of glow worms. It was more than we expected. Our guides were fantastic and attentive to everyone's needs/fears. Well done! Highly recommended.”

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Barron Gorge White Water Rafting from Cairns or Port Douglas - The Barron River’s Grade II and III rapids
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Barron Gorge White Water Rafting from Cairns or Port Douglas

10.Barron Gorge White Water Rafting from Cairns or Port Douglas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,596 reviews · from $91 a head

Raft the Barron River for about two hours with Foaming Fury, tackling Grade II and III rapids under guides such as Lily, Jess, Hayden, or Dorothy. You need no prior experience, but you do need moderate fitness, secure wet footwear, and a change of clothes. Hotel pickup, safety gear, and coach transport are included, while the A$30 river levy is extra.

“The guide/coach is very nice and hork very hard ro help us during the whole trip It is fun even under raining.”

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Alanya: Rafting, Zipline, Quad, Buggy, Jeep Tour with Lunch - Swimming in the river after the rapids
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Alanya: Rafting, Zipline, Quad, Buggy, Jeep Tour with Lunch

11.Rafting, Zipline, Quad, Buggy, Jeep Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,561 reviews · 5 - 10 hours · from $26 a head

You’ll spend a long, active day in Köprülü Canyon National Park, with a 14 km rafting route, 10 rapids, a river zipline, lunch, and your choice of buggy, quad, or jeep safari. Guides such as Monti, Amro, Hajjar, and Nabi lead the activities. Hotel pickup is available, but the ride from Alanya can take about 90 minutes each way.

“Rafting with captain SB was fantastic! He’s the real one, provided a lot of fun and safety. Buggy’s were okay and zip line also. One thing made us a little bit angry - must stops the way to and back home. The driver said 10mins and it lasted over 30mins. Waste of time …. Besides, really recommend this trip!”

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Antalya: Rafting & Buggy, Quad Safari & Zipline Adventure - Reaching Köprülü Canyon from Antalya’s resorts
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Antalya: Rafting & Buggy, Quad Safari & Zipline Adventure

12.Rafting & Buggy, Quad Safari & Zipline Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,545 reviews · 10 hours · from $14 a head Cheapest seat

You get three activities in one day: a 12-kilometer rafting run on the Köprüçay River, about 45 minutes on a shared buggy or quad, and a zipline ride above the Taurus Mountains. Guides including Erkan, Rifat, and Yasin are praised for friendly instruction. Lunch, safety gear, insurance, and optional hotel transfers are included.

“We had an amazing time rafting, ziplining, and riding quads! The activities were thrilling, the tour guide was super friendly, and the food was great. Highly recommended! Warning: the transportation was terrible! reckless driving, no seat belts, and a very old van. Our bodies were stiff from the ride! He was just rushing all the time, did tell him to drive safe. 🤦🏽‍♀️”

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Upper Pigeon River Rafting Trip from Hartford - Six and a half miles of changing river
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Upper Pigeon River Rafting Trip from Hartford

13.Upper Pigeon River Rafting Trip from Hartford

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,444 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $51 a head

Take a guided 6.5-mile run on the Upper Pigeon River near Hartford, tackling about 70 Class I to IV rapids with certified guides such as Parker, Tye, Eve, and Bart. The 1-hour-45-minute trip suits first-timers and experienced rafters, with a minimum age of 8 and weight of 70 pounds.

“Wyatt was a great guide. Been on many rafting trips and the view and rapids great. Very knowledgeable and safe.”

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Bali: ATV Quad Bike & White Water Rafting Adventure - Pickup from Bali hotels and the ride to Ubud
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Bali: ATV Quad Bike & White Water Rafting Adventure

14.ATV Quad Bike & White Water Rafting Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,316 reviews · 90 minutes - 8 hours · from $22 a head

Take an ATV through rice fields, bamboo forest, muddy tracks, and rural villages, then raft the Ayung River past waterfalls and jungle gorges. Guides such as Mamed Tugus, Artaguna, and Adnyana are known for attentive help, while hotel pickup, lunch, towels, lockers, and showers make the long day easier.

“It was amazing! My driver Budi was so kind and helpful and guided me through every step! He messaged and coordinated with me ahead of time and was so accommodating!The Atv riding went through such a beautiful area and was so much fun! The whitewater rafting was incredible. Such a gorgeous place. The guides for both were so nice and made everything so enjoyable! Thank you for such a wonderful day I will never forget!”

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Rafting Rotorua: Kaituna River White Water Experience - From Rotorua pickup to the forest river base
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Rafting Rotorua: Kaituna River White Water Experience

15.Rafting Rotorua: Kaituna River White Water Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,274 reviews · 2h 30m · from $83 a head

Join Kaitiaki Adventures for a guided Kaituna River rafting trip through native forest, with 14 rapids, three waterfalls, and the 7-meter Tutea Falls. Guides such as Aoife, Jack, Kyle, and Ben are known for clear instruction and calm support. Pickup, wetsuits, booties, helmets, and safety gear are included.

“I was terrified to do this- I had only been rafting on the James River and encountered not a single waterfall. Our guide was Draco and my boyfriend and I couldn’t have been happier with him. He got both of us excited and personally I think our group had the most fun. Thank you Drax for putting me at ease and giving us a wonderful experience 10/10 would recommend!”

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Side/Antalya: Jeep, Buggy, Rafting & Zipline Tour with lunch - From hotel pickup to the rafting base
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Side/Antalya: Jeep, Buggy, Rafting & Zipline Tour with lunch

20★ 4.8Side/Antalya: Jeep, Buggy, Rafting & Zipline Tour with lunchFrom $21 a head1,154 reviews

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