The 9 Best UK Rafting Tours

1.Whitewater Rafting on the River Dee in Llangollen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 939 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90 a head Our pick

Meet Bearded Men Adventures in Llangollen, gear up in a wetsuit, buoyancy aid, and helmet, then ride a bus to Horseshoe Falls. Guides such as Harry, Alex, Dan, Sol, and Nathan lead your raft through River Dee rapids, with safety coaching and plenty of splashes. The water time lasts about 80 minutes within a three-hour outing.

“We were instructed by Hugh in an easy to understand manner, he made the experience fun and exciting.”

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2.White Water Rafting Experience in River Dee in Llangollen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 465 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $97 a head

Join Whitewater Active for a 2.5-hour rafting session on the River Dee in Llangollen. You’ll cover 4.5km of white water with equipment and transport to the get-in provided. Groups are kept small, with rafting groups capped at 12, and guides such as Becky lead the safety briefing and river route.

“The staff members were very friendly and good, even though we went a bit late they warmly welcomed us and explained everything and the ride was amazing experience”

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3.White Water Rafting on the River Tay from Aberfeldy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 268 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83 a head

Join Splash White Water Rafting in Aberfeldy for a three-hour, six-mile trip down the River Tay. You will learn basic rafting skills, paddle through the Zoom Flume, Washing Machine, and Grandtully Rapid, and return with photos. Guides such as Lou, Milo, Jack, and Bonnie have helped make the trip lively and welcoming for first-timers and families with children aged eight and up.

“Great day out we all throughly enjoyed the experience and what a great guide in Jack. Would recommend highly and a picnic after in Aberfeldy by the river and putting green. Lovely day 👍”

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4.Brilliant White Water Rafting in the Lake District UK

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 260 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $131 a head

Meet your guide at Fell Foot near Newby Bridge for a four-hour white water rafting trip in and around the Lake District. You get a wetsuit, dry jacket, buoyancy aid, helmet, paddle, raft, and hands-on instruction. Guide James brings humor and local know-how, while the small group size keeps the day personal.

“Great guys running the experience - really went out of their way to make it a day to remember. Make sure to bring old trainers - they will get wet!”

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5.Whitewater Rafting Activity, Bala,Wales

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 224 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $87 a head

Head to the National White Water Centre near Bala for a fast, wet run through Snowdonia’s grade 3 to 4 rapids. Guides such as Sammy and Zak give clear safety instruction, then lead you through several runs on a course used for international events. Wetsuits, footwear, and safety gear are included. Bring a towel.

“The friendly staff and great atmosphere was top of the list and the rafting for my other half’s birthday made his day. The food after was fantastic and a great place to be… Thank you”

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6.Whitewater River Tubing in Llangollen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 191 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $83 a head

Meet Bearded Men Adventures in Llangollen for a three-hour whitewater tubing trip to the Horseshoe Falls. Your guide leads you through calm water and rapids in an inflatable ring, with safety instruction before you start. Guides have included Alex, Saul, Jason, Hugh, Jack, and Flynn. Expect wet clothes, laughter, and some neck work.

“It's good bouncing around the rapids but the ring is hard to control. Wish the water level was slightly higher so we don't get slowed down by the rocks. The river wasn't cold at all”

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7.Aberfeldy: Rafting on the River Tay

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 62 reviews · 3 hours · from $80 a head

Join Splash White Water Rafting near Aberfeldy for a three-hour River Tay trip. After a 30-minute safety briefing, you raft for about 1.5 hours toward Grandtully, with trained guides leading every boat. The trip suits ages 8 and up, includes wetsuits and return transport, and may include time for a swim before the rapids.

“Great fun for two hours on the Tay. Our guide, Adam, was very experienced and friendly. He explained everything clearly and made sure we enjoyed the whole time; he also catered for one of our group with knee problems so they weren't left out. There was even time for a swim before getting to the rapids...”

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8.Whitewater Rafting, North Wales

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $85 a head

Meet at the National White Water Centre near Bala for a one-hour rafting session on a 1km stretch of the Tryweryn River. You get two fast runs through grade 3 to 4 rapids, with safety gear, a raft of up to six, and instruction from trained guides such as Zach, Emily, Matt, and Patrick.

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9.Bowlees: Guided White Water Tubing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 3 hours · from $74 a head Cheapest seat

Meet your English-speaking guide near Bowlees Visitor Centre for a three-hour, high-intensity white water tubing session. After a safety briefing and equipment fitting, you’ll practise swimming rapids, take on tubing runs, try a 20-foot cliff jump, and discover the Green Room. Photos are included.

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