5 Day Hells Canyon Wilderness Rafting Trip | Snake River | Mountain River Outfitters

5 Day "Hells Canyon" Rafting Trip | Snake River

The river trip that has it all, everything about a Hells Canyon wilderness trip can be summed up in one word, AWESOME. Hells Canyon itself is 10 miles wide and is home to North America’s deepest river gorge encompassing a huge Wilderness Area. 7400 ft below the peaks of the surrounding Seven Devil’s Mountains the Snake River flows, creating the best white water of any river trip in the N.W. and will send adrenaline pumping through your body. Rafting Hells Canyon offers the adventurous spirit a unique combination of activities with great hiking, world class fishing and jaw dropping panoramas of one of natures most impressive creations. Camping along the river at sites nestled in the canyon will give you the amazing opportunity to wake up to the sounds of the Snake River and witness one of Nature’s miracles at their best. A trip packed with adventurous fun both on the water and off, experience a complete outdoor adventure vacation with your family.

Hiking opportunities are everywhere taking you through dense vegetation to spectacular overlooks and vistas.

Pictographs left by the Nez Perce Indians are abundant along with the many historical cabins left by the early pioneers.

Fishing on the Snake River boasts some of the best Small Mouth Bass and Sturgeon fishing found anywhere. This is truly paradise for the adventurous angler with Sturgeon averaging 6 to 8 feet, Small Mouth Bass virtually every few minutes and Rainbow trout mixed in.

Gourmet Meals and Professional Guides Our exceptional back country accommodations and our exclusive gourmet river kitchen insures our clients the best rafting trip experience available. The truth is that you don't have to rough it to be able to enjoy the beauty and excitement of Idaho's wild and scenic rivers. Let our professional guides pamper you and your family while enjoying the serenity of the canyon and the thrill of the whitewater.

Duration

5 Days

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Price

1575.00 Adult - $1195.00 Youth / Per Person

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Whats Included

Journey through 70 miles of the deepest canyon in North America where you will see the confluence of the Imnaha River and the Salmon River, spectacular scenery and fun white water.

MRO Exclusive: Our 5 day trips is a exhilarating jet boat ride back to the take out at pittsburgh landing where you will experience terrific views of the canyon on the shuttle back to Riggins.

All Snake River Hells Canyon rafting trips with Mountain River Outfitters recieve:

> Transportation to and from the river from Riggins, Idaho.
> All necessary equipment, including high-quality, roomy tents and thick, comfortable sleeping pads.
> Delicious meals, we customize our menu for each group to meet gluten-free, vegetarian and other dietary needs.
> Fun and experienced guides with years of rafting on Idaho rivers to help give you the trip of a lifetime.

Your adventure vacation will start in Riggins where you will park your vehicle, we will provide round-trip transportation back to your vehicle.

Pre-Trip Travel Information

There are many travel options to consider in planning your Idaho rafting vacation. Simply give us a call and we’ll discuss your options and help arrange everything for you.

Multi-Sport Packages available with many of our other adventure activities and wilderness lodging. Choose from Jet Boat tours on the Salmon or Snake River, Fishing or Wilderness Escapes at the Ram House or China Bar Lodge. If you would like our staff to help with additional lodgings with us or local motels we will be glad to assist you.

Where to meet

With MRO all inclusive packages you will only need to find yourself in Riggins the night before your launch date before 8:00 PM Mountain Time. You will receive your MRO duffel, personal dry bag and large camp bag with sleeping bag and pillow at the pre-trip orientation. You will be transported to the launch site at the Hells Canyon Dam and then out of the wilderness back to Riggins
Contact Us
Mountain River Outfitters
- Riggins, Idaho
- 1-888-547-4837
- mtnriverfun@gmail.com

Itenerary

5 Day Hells Canyon Raft Trip

Day 1 »» The team leader will meet you at 6:30 am, where a three hour scenic ride will bring you to to the launch point at Hell's Canyon Dam and the start of the Wilderness. At rivers edge you will receive a safety orientation that will prepare you for the adventure. You're ready to paddle, ride an oar-powered raft, or paddle your own inflatable kayak. Two class IV rapids, Wild Sheep and Granite, will challenge your whitewater skills just a few miles down river, with smaller rapids spread out to give you a feel for the river. Camps are usually arrived at by 4pm each afternoon, allowing time for more great bass fishing, hiking or relaxing. Hors d’oeuvres are served about an hour before dinner, usually served around 7:30 pm.
Day 2 »» Freshly brewed coffee greets your senses at about 6 am, with our morning spread that is complete with all the ussual morning drinks and condiments. Breakfast is ready around 7:30am, relax in a camp chair with your favorite hot drink while gazing in wonder at this amazing canyon. Personal gear, tents and kitchen gear is loaded back on the boats and readied for a day filled with many great rapids, fishing, settler's cabins, and incredible mountain scenery.
Day 3 »» Some might enjoy a rare view of the Snake River and Hell's Canyon as reward for choosing to hike the trail to "Suicide Point". Others are ready to catch a few more fish using top water lures or grubs. You'll welcome a splash from the river as the boats group back up and float downstream to more impressive scenery and historic sites, including the historic Kirkwood Ranch. After lunch and more river fun we pass Pittsburgh Landing where some of the trip might depart early.
Day 4 - 5 »» Each day on the Snake River offers something a little different from the day before. White water, scenery that lifts the eye and heart upwards where raptors soar over historic homesteads. The Nez Perce Indian history in Hell's Canyon is just as dramatic as the canyon walls. You will see the confluences of the Imnaha and Salmon Rivers where you will know that you have Escaped... into the Extraordinary. After lunch on the last day of your trip you will board a jet boat for a fun ride back to Pittsburgh Landing. Where you will be shuttled back to Riggins.
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What Our Guests Say

I want to personally thank you for the best fishing trip of my family's entire life! Mike was great with my wife and daughter and Jess was truly the master guide, no kidding, on a scale of 1-10 a 20. Thank you for your professional attitude, knowledge, customer service and hospitality.

Ben Shuey

Boise, Idaho

“Brenda, I wanted to drop a note to tell you how much my family enjoyed our recent rafting trip down the Salmon River. From the gourmet meals to the "deluxe" accommodations to the exceptional transportation, the trip was unparalleled. ”

Micheal Beckish

California

"We have done 2 rafting trips with MRO, one 2 day trip and one 5 day trip. Both were amazing experiences. I highly recommend MRO if you’re looking for the personalized experience we were looking for. They definitely delivered!"

Scott Templin Mote

Idaho

"We just got back from a three day trip and what a blast we had. I would highly recommend MRO. Our guides were exceptional. They were professional, knowledgeable, helpful and amazing at what they do. It was a great vacation. Thank you for making our vacation one we will never forget."

Shaun Bittick

Reno, Nevada

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