A group in a dory boat glides down the river, framed by the breathtaking canyon walls of the Grand Canyon.

THE WORLD'S BEST RAFTING ADVENTURES

The Grand Finale: Whitmore Wash to Pearce Ferry Location: Grand Canyon, AZ View details

A woman stands atop a rocky cliff, admiring the scenic view of Idaho's Middle Fork of the Salmon River flowing beneath her.

Middle Fork of the Salmon River Location: Idaho View details

A group of adventurers rafting down California's Tuolumne River, surrounded by stunning natural scenery near Yosemite.

THE WORLD'S BEST RAFTING ADVENTURES

Tuolumne River Rafting Near Yosemite National Park Location: California View details

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The river, of course, was the star, but the trip was made excellent due to the company organization and the three guides that knocked it out of the canyons when it came to professionalism, work ethic and great attitude. Would recommend a trip like this to all who were interested in a river adventure. Leave your cell phones in the car and get connected to family, friends and nature. Well done, OARS and our guide team – thank you.

Chris W. Green River Rafting through the Gates of Lodore Guest
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The perfect balance between feeling like you were on an adventure and being taken care of, particularly by the guides during the trip.

Gabrielle Stevenson Main Salmon River Rafting Guest
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Where do I even begin – everything was amazing. The food was incredible. The guides were very knowledgeable and we always felt super safe in their hands. They always went above and beyond expectations in every regard.

Eric Allan Rogue River Rafting Guest
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Rafting the South Fork of the American River

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South Fork American River Rafting Gorge 1-Day

1 Day 4.89 (130)

Location: California
Adventure Level: Easier to Moderate
Minimum Age: 8 (10-12 during high water)

Two yellow OARS rafts full of people on the Green River through the Gates of Lodore.

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Green River Rafting through the Gates of Lodore

3, 4 or 5 Days 4.92 (132)

Location: Utah & Colorado
Adventure Level: Moderate
Minimum Age: 7 (10 – 12 during high water)

Three ecstatic children in the front of a paddle raft with two adults and a guide behind them as they paddle through a small rapid on the Green River.

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Utah Whitewater Rafting through Split Mountain Canyon

1 Day 4.9 (87)

Location: Utah
Adventure Level: Easier to Moderate
Minimum Age: 6 (11 during high water)

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Cataract Canyon Whitewater Rafting

4 or 6 days 4.99 (70)

Location: Utah
Adventure Level: Moderately Challenging
Minimum Age: 9 (12 – 16 during high water)

Oar rafts and inflatable kayaks tackle rapids on a family adventure down Oregon's Rogue River with OARS

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Rogue River Rafting

3, 4, or 5 Days 4.94 (90)

Location: Oregon
Adventure Level: Moderate
Minimum Age: 7

Landscape view of three yellow rafts and a catamaran on an OARS Tuolumne River trip in California.

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Tuolumne River Rafting Near Yosemite National Park

2 or 3 Days 4.9 (90)

Location: California
Adventure Level: Moderately Challenging
Minimum Age: 14 (16 during high water)

Landscape view of the Main Salmon River in Idaho.

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Main Salmon River Rafting on the River of No Return

6 Days 4.92 (50)

Location: Idaho
Adventure Level: Moderate
Minimum Age: 7 (12 – 15 during high water)

Landscape view of the Snake River through Hells Canyon on an OARS trip.

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Snake River Rafting through Hells Canyon

3, 4 or 5 Days 4.8 (51)

Location: Idaho
Adventure Level: Moderate
Minimum Age: 7 (12 during high water)

Yellow OARS rafts in lower section of Grand Canyon

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Grand Canyon Rafting: Whitmore Wash to Pearce Ferry

5 Days 4.88 (32)

Location: Grand Canyon, Arizona
Adventure Level: Moderate
Minimum Age: 7

Vibrant green landscape view of camp on an OARS Middle Fork of the Salmon River trip.

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Middle Fork of the Salmon River Rafting

6 Days 4.97 (37)

Location: Idaho
Adventure Level: Moderately Challenging
Minimum Age: 12 (15 during high water)

The OARS Story

Adventure is in Our Roots

Discover Why OARS

There’s a reason that more than 70% of OARS travelers each year are repeat guests or were referred by a past OARS traveler.

Family-Owned & Operated

Guiding life’s greatest adventures since 1969

Professionalism

The most experienced and customer-focused guides & staff in the industry

Personal Service

Low guest-to-guide ratio & small group sizes

High-Quality Equipment

We invest in top-of-the-line rafts & expedition equipment

Responsible Travel

Our commitment to the environment & local communities is unmatched

Unparalleled Access

Most diverse collection of river-running permits in the world

Where We Travel

Featured Destinations

OARS offers more than 75 unique vacation itineraries across the Western U.S. and world.

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American River

A serene beach view from inside a tent, showcasing turquoise waters, sandy shores, and rock formations under a clear blue sky.

Baja, Mexico

Colorado River

Dinosaur National Monument

Canada

Idaho

Machu Picchu, Peru

Patagonia's Cerro Torre in the distance with a fly fisherman in the foreground.

Patagonia, Chile

Rogue River

Two yellow rafts navigate through swift river rapids, surrounded by lush greenery under a bright sunny sky.

Yosemite National Park

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As a leader in rafting and adventure travel for more than five decades, you could say we know a thing or two about providing an unforgettable vacation no matter what type of experience you’re looking for.

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