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The 15 Best River and Rafting Day Trips Worldwide

46 day trips  ·  from $16 a seat

The Mekong delta, the Cetina, the Colorado, the Soca. These 15 give the grade of water, the minimum age and whether the wetsuit is part of the price.

HCM: Mekong Delta, My Tho & Ben Tre Coconut Village - Vinh Trang Pagoda and the first look at My Tho
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HCM: Mekong Delta, My Tho & Ben Tre Coconut Village

1.HCM: Mekong Delta, My Tho & Ben Tre Coconut Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,304 reviews · 9 hours · from $16Our pick

Spend nine hours exploring My Tho and Ben Tre by minivan, motorboat, sampan, tuk tuk, and foot. You will visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, sample honey tea and fruit, watch coconut candy being made, eat Vietnamese lunch, and hear folk music. Guides such as Ken, James, Steve, Phong, and Truc are known for clear English and careful timing.

“The Day trip was amazing! It was really well planned and we saw a lot of beautiful anf interesting things and places. When it came to lunch, getting a vegetarian option was no problem ✨ And our Guide Ken was the absolute best! Can only recommend.”

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From Tirana/Shkodra: Komani Lake and Shala River Day Trip - Walking through the tunnel to the first boat
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From Tirana/Shkodra: Komani Lake and Shala River Day Trip

2.From Tirana/Shkodra: Komani Lake and Shala River Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,520 reviews · 9 hours - 870 minutes · from $60

Travel from Tirana, Shkodra, or Lezha by van and boat to Komani Lake and Shala River. You’ll cross mountain gorges, swim in cold clear water, eat at a riverside restaurant, and join an optional viewpoint hike. Guides such as Bledi, Arber, Noel, and Bledjan are known for lively commentary and careful organization. Bring a towel, sunscreen, and a little patience for the long, bumpy road.

“Excellent! Had a great time. Everything was perfect. Highly recommended. Amazing scenery on this tour.”

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From Puerto Princesa: Underground River Full-Day Trip - The Road to Sabang and Buenavista Viewpoint
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From Puerto Princesa: Underground River Full-Day Trip

3.From Puerto Princesa: Underground River Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,460 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $48

Spend 8 to 10 hours traveling from Puerto Princesa to Sabang, then ride a pump boat and paddleboat into the Underground River. Expect a small group of up to 13 people, Filipino buffet lunch, wildlife sightings, and guides such as Sky, Jeff, Reggie, and Ate Ara. Add the Sabang zipline, mangrove tour, or massage for a fuller day.

“Great experience overall, our guide Reggie was amazing very knowledgeable and helpful we found a lot on interesting stuff about Palawan and Puerto Princesa in particular from him.”

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Small-Group Mekong Delta Day Trip: Boat Ride, Cottages & Pagoda - Coconut candy and honey in Ben Tre
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Small-Group Mekong Delta Day Trip: Boat Ride, Cottages & Pagoda

4.Small-Group Mekong Delta Day Trip: Boat Ride, Cottages & Pagoda

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,327 reviews · from $48Top rated

Spend 9 to 10 hours traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho and Ben Tre. Ride a motorboat and hand-rowed boat, visit coconut candy and honey producers, eat a five-course lunch, choose a village bicycle ride, enjoy local music, and visit Vinh Trang Pagoda. Guides such as James, Nam, and Manh are known for warm, lively commentary.

“James was an excellent guide. Smiling,funny,courteous,knowledgeable. Took great care of us and made the day very enjoyable. Thanks to driver Hou for navigating the Vietnamese traffic Highly recommend the trip”

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From Brussels: Day Trip to Amsterdam with Canal Boat Cruise - The Brussels meeting point and the long ride north
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From Brussels: Day Trip to Amsterdam with Canal Boat Cruise

5.Day Trip to Amsterdam with Canal Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,243 reviews · 12 hours · from $81

Leave Brussels by comfortable coach for a full day in Amsterdam. Your English and Spanish-speaking guide leads a historic canal cruise and points out Dam Square, old neighborhoods, and local sights. Guides such as Antonio, Julian, Pablo, and Carlos are praised for clear explanations and useful tips. You then get 3.5 hours to explore independently.

“Julian, our guide was very attentive. He gave good advice about activities we could consider during our free time in Amsterdam.”

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From Athens: Ancient Corinth Day Trip with Canal & VR Guide - Seeing the Corinth Canal in 45 minutes
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From Athens: Ancient Corinth Day Trip with Canal & VR Guide

6.Ancient Corinth Day Trip with Canal & VR Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,073 reviews · 6 hours · from $41

Travel from central Athens by air-conditioned minibus to the Corinth Canal, Ancient Corinth, and the old port of Kechries. You get free time at each stop, plus a VR app and audio guide for the archaeological site. English-speaking hosts such as Angela, Stefanos, Dido, and Christopher have led recent departures, with lunch and the €15 Corinth entry ticket paid separately.

“Very interesting and beautiful places, a comfirtable journey and a knowledgeable guide”

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Blue Hole, Secret Falls, and Dunn's River Falls Combo Day-Trip - Blue Hole and Secret Falls: the day’s biggest splash
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Blue Hole, Secret Falls, and Dunn’s River Falls Combo Day-Trip

7.Blue Hole, Secret Falls, and Dunn’s River Falls Combo Day-Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 973 reviews · from $125

Spend about eight hours traveling from Montego Bay to Ocho Rios for cliff jumps and rope swings at Blue Hole, a short hike to Secret Falls, and a guided climb up Dunn’s River Falls. Guides such as Copely, Marlon, and Danisha add local facts and humor. Lunch is extra, and water shoes are essential.

“Thank you so much D and Copen. This trip was so fun. Words can’t describe the beauty of the blue hole or the dunes river. But this wouldn’t have been as fun without the amazing tour guides.”

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Best Halong 5 star Day Trip, inclusive,buffet,cave,kayak,transfer - The morning ride from Hanoi to Tuan Chau
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Best Halong 5 star Day Trip, inclusive,buffet,cave,kayak,transfer

8.Best Halong 5 star Day Trip, inclusive,buffet,cave,kayak,transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 933 reviews · from $45

Spend 10 to 12 hours traveling from Hanoi to Halong Bay on a modern cruise with an English-speaking guide. The day includes a seafood lunch, Sung Sot Cave, Titop Island, kayaking or bamboo boating, and a sunset party with red wine and fruit. Guide Duy has earned praise for smooth organization.

“Good experience overall because of incredible scenery and sunset and quality of boat and guide. But the bay was crowded with boats and the activities were absolutely packed. It was overwhelmed with tourists. We skipped an activity Read more”

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Bruges Guided or Audio Trip with Canal Cruise Option from Paris - Entering Bruges through the medieval center
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Bruges Guided or Audio Trip with Canal Cruise Option from Paris

9.Bruges Guided or Audio Trip with Canal Cruise Option from Paris

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 795 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $192

Travel from Paris to Bruges by air-conditioned coach for a guided walk through the medieval center, free time for chocolate, lace, lunch, and museums, plus a canal cruise from April to October. You can choose a self-guided audio option, but it does not include the cruise ticket.

“Our guide was spectacular- tour bus was comfortable- Brugge is a a must see beautiful town fulll of history, beauty and chocolate!!!”

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Mt Hood Day Trip from Portland to Multnomah Falls and Hood River - Rowena Crest and the shape of the Gorge
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Mt Hood Day Trip from Portland to Multnomah Falls and Hood River

10.Mt Hood Day Trip from Portland to Multnomah Falls and Hood River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 695 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $133

Travel from Portland in a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with a local guide such as John, Rob, Phoebe, or Gunnar. Visit Multnomah Falls, Rowena Crest, Hood River, and Timberline Lodge, with scenic stops through the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood National Forest. Lunch is on your own, and groups are limited to 13 people.

“It was an amazing experience. Rob is a great tour guide and a professional driver. This has been one of the non forgettable moments.”

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Fisher Towers Half-Day Rafting Day Trip from Moab - Colorado River: float, splash, and wildlife
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Fisher Towers Half-Day Rafting Day Trip from Moab

11.Fisher Towers Half-Day Rafting Day Trip from Moab

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 684 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $97

Float through the Fisher Towers section of the Colorado River on a four-hour Moab trip with NAVTEC Expeditions. Guides such as Trevor, Annie, Lexi, and Carter handle the rowing while you enjoy red-rock canyons, wildlife, light rapids, and local stories. Inflatable kayaks are available by request, and the 12 p.m. half-day trip includes a buffet lunch.

“Wonderful experience, excellent guide. Amazing scenery, had snacks and water on the inflatable boat. Rapids were not too bad.”

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Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast - Getting from Brisbane or Surfers Paradise to the island
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Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast

12.Moreton Island Day Trip (Kayak, Snorkel & Sandboard) frm Brisbane or Gold Coast

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 633 reviews · from $128

Spend a full day on Moreton Island with Australian Sunset Safaris, riding a 4WD to the Tangalooma Wrecks for snorkeling, transparent kayaking, and sandboarding. Guides such as Michelle, Ryan, Darcy, Will, and Jacob have helped make the activities friendly and well managed. Expect a long travel day, a beach picnic, and extra national park and ferry fees.

“A great day but the travelling time was long - bus about 45 min then 11/2 hr ferry. The activities were well organized, safe and a lot of fun. Highly recommend!”

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Hanoi: Halong Bay Day Trip with Titop Island, Cave, & Kayak - The long morning ride from Hanoi to Tuan Chau
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Hanoi: Halong Bay Day Trip with Titop Island, Cave, & Kayak

13.Halong Bay Day Trip with Titop Island, Cave, & Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 528 reviews · from $40

Spend a full day on Halong Bay with an English-speaking guide such as Tom, Sunny, or Tinh. Ride from Hanoi to Tuan Chau, cruise past limestone islands, visit Sung Sot Cave, kayak or take a bamboo boat at Luon Cave, climb Titop Island, and return with fruit, cakes, and red wine at sunset.

“Tom, our tour Guide was very good, it was an awesome experience”

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From Ho Chi Minh: Mekong Delta Small Group Day Trip - Leaving Ho Chi Minh City around 07:30
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From Ho Chi Minh: Mekong Delta Small Group Day Trip

14.From Ho Chi Minh: Mekong Delta Small Group Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 511 reviews · 9 hours · from $29

Spend nine hours exploring the Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh City with an English-speaking guide such as Hannah, Minh, or Jason. Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, cruise past four river islands, ride a rowing sampan through narrow canals, sample coconut candy and honey tea, enjoy lunch in an orchard, and return to District 1 by about 17:00.

“Nikki was a great guide, we had a great trip. We tried local delicacies - coconut candy and honey tea, rode in a small boat along the river, cycled around an island and visited a pagoda. Would recommend this full day tour to anyone looking to go to the Mekong Delta”

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Mekong Delta Full Day Trip - My Tho & Ben Tre - VIP Private Tour - Cruising the Tien River near My Tho
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Mekong Delta Full Day Trip – My Tho & Ben Tre – VIP Private Tour

15.Mekong Delta Full Day Trip – My Tho & Ben Tre – VIP Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 371 reviews · from $85

Spend about eight hours traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho and Ben Tre in a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Cruise the Mekong, visit Vinh Trang Temple, a bee farm, coconut-candy workshop, and local villages, then enjoy Vietnamese lunch, fruit, music, and a rowing boat ride.

“We had an amazing tour with Hanah, our tour guide, so knowledgeable and enjoyable to spend the day with. Everything was beyond our expectations. The lunch provided was incredible and the best we have ever had on a tour.”

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