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Idaho

Whitewater Rafting Adventure on Idaho's Lower Salmon River

Program No. 4830RJ
Join us for a challenging and enriching adventure that’ll have you rafting the Salmon River, learning about local wildlife and gaining insight into the region’s unique history and lore.

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Aug 6 - Aug 11, 2023
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Aug 14 - Aug 19, 2023
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Aug 22 - Aug 27, 2023
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Aug 5 - Aug 10, 2024
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Aug 12 - Aug 17, 2024
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Aug 19 - Aug 24, 2024
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DATES & starting prices
PRICES
Filling Fast!
Aug 6 - Aug 11, 2023
Starting at
1,749
Special Offer

No extra cost for single rooms!

Aug 14 - Aug 19, 2023
Starting at
1,749
Special Offer

No extra cost for single rooms!

Aug 22 - Aug 27, 2023
Starting at
1,749
Special Offer

No extra cost for single rooms!

Aug 5 - Aug 10, 2024
Starting at
1,799
Special Offer

No extra cost for single rooms!

Aug 12 - Aug 17, 2024
Starting at
1,799
Special Offer

No extra cost for single rooms!

Aug 19 - Aug 24, 2024
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1,799
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No extra cost for single rooms!

At a Glance

Experience a whitewater rafting adventure on Idaho's Salmon River, floating through the second-deepest canyon in North America. Learn about topics ranging from natural and human history to local culture and lore. Group leaders provide instruction in river safety, water dynamics and paddling techniques while they lead you through Class 3 whitewater. Camp on white-sand beaches, enjoy fresh, catered meals and swim in the Salmon's clear, warm water.
Activity Level
Outdoor: Spirited
Rafting and optional kayaking between 2-3 hrs. at a time on class III+ rapids. Climbing in and out of rafts. Up to 6.5 hrs. per day moving downriver, typically 10-18 miles per day. Carrying bags in camp across uneven terrain. Temperatures often in the 90+ degree range. No rafting or wilderness camping experience required. Oar rafts, paddle rafts, kayaks provided. Elevations range from 825 to 1400 feet.
Small Group
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

Best of all, you’ll…

  • While rafting, stop to explore historic sites such as Native American rock art, pioneer homesteads and Chinese rock houses that dot the river canyon.
  • Experience river rafting 3-4 hours a day, then arrive at camp by mid-to-late afternoon and swim, fish, read or relax while Group Leaders prepare dinner.
  • Board a jet boat upon joining the Snake River for a different view of Hells Canyon, North America's deepest canyon.

General Notes

Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available. For a comparable grandparent adventure for grandchildren ages 13-17, check out "Whitewater Rafting on Idaho's Salmon River With Your Grandchild" (#4954).
Visit the Road Scholar Bookshop
You can find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
River of No Return
by Carrey and Conley
"I Will Fight No More Forever: " Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce War
by Beal, Merrill
Meals
15 Meals
5 Breakfasts
5 Lunches
5 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free
Lodging
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Display
Aug 14, 2023 - Aug 19, 2023
  • Aug 14, 2023 - Aug 19, 2023
  • Aug 06, 2023 - Aug 11, 2023
  • Aug 14, 2023 - Aug 19, 2023
  • Aug 22, 2023 - Aug 27, 2023
  • Aug 05, 2024 - Aug 10, 2024
  • Aug 12, 2024 - Aug 17, 2024
  • Aug 19, 2024 - Aug 24, 2024
5 nights
Lewiston
Trip meets at Hells Canyon Grand Hotel (621 21st St. Lewiston, ID 83501) and will return at the end of the trip. (We do not stay at the hotel during the trip). Every night will be camping along the Lower Salmon River in a different location. Camp chairs are provided. Camping equipment is provided for those who do not own (or do not wish to transport) this gear. High quality, three-person backpacking style tents are for 2 people or two-person tents for single people. Sleep kits (25 degree rated synthetic sleeping bag, cotton bag liner, self-inflating sleep pad, and ground cloth) are also provided per person. Deluxe kits are available for rental, which include a sleeping cot and larger tent. Please contact O.R.E. directly, 503-563-1500.
5 nights
Lewiston
Trip meets at Hells Canyon Grand Hotel (621 21st St. Lewiston, ID 83501) and will return at the end of the trip. (We do not stay at the hotel during the trip). Every night will be camping along the Lower Salmon River in a different location. Camp chairs are provided. Camping equipment is provided for those who do not own (or do not wish to transport) this gear. High quality, three-person backpacking style tents are for 2 people or two-person tents for single people. Sleep kits (25 degree rated synthetic sleeping bag, cotton bag liner, self-inflating sleep pad, and ground cloth) are also provided per person. Deluxe kits are available for rental, which include a sleeping cot and larger tent. Please contact O.R.E. directly, 503-563-1500.
5 nights
Lewiston
Trip meets at Hells Canyon Grand Hotel (621 21st St. Lewiston, ID 83501) and will return at the end of the trip. (We do not stay at the hotel during the trip). Every night will be camping along the Lower Salmon River in a different location. Camp chairs are provided. Camping equipment is provided for those who do not own (or do not wish to transport) this gear. High quality, three-person backpacking style tents are for 2 people or two-person tents for single people. Sleep kits (25 degree rated synthetic sleeping bag, cotton bag liner, self-inflating sleep pad, and ground cloth) are also provided per person. Deluxe kits are available for rental, which include a sleeping cot and larger tent. Please contact O.R.E. directly, 503-563-1500.
5 nights
Lewiston
Trip meets at Hells Canyon Grand Hotel (621 21st St. Lewiston, ID 83501) and will return at the end of the trip. (We do not stay at the hotel during the trip). Every night will be camping along the Lower Salmon River in a different location. Camp chairs are provided. Camping equipment is provided for those who do not own (or do not wish to transport) this gear. High quality, three-person backpacking style tents are for 2 people or two-person tents for single people. Sleep kits (25 degree rated synthetic sleeping bag, cotton bag liner, self-inflating sleep pad, and ground cloth) are also provided per person. Deluxe kits are available for rental, which include a sleeping cot and larger tent. Please contact O.R.E. directly, 503-563-1500.
5 nights
Lewiston
Trip meets at Hells Canyon Grand Hotel (621 21st St. Lewiston, ID 83501) and will return at the end of the trip. (We do not stay at the hotel during the trip). Every night will be camping along the Lower Salmon River in a different location. Camp chairs are provided. Camping equipment is provided for those who do not own (or do not wish to transport) this gear. High quality, three-person backpacking style tents are for 2 people or two-person tents for single people. Sleep kits (25 degree rated synthetic sleeping bag, cotton bag liner, self-inflating sleep pad, and ground cloth) are also provided per person. Deluxe kits are available for rental, which include a sleeping cot and larger tent. Please contact O.R.E. directly, 503-563-1500.
5 nights
Lewiston
Trip meets at Hells Canyon Grand Hotel (621 21st St. Lewiston, ID 83501) and will return at the end of the trip. (We do not stay at the hotel during the trip). Every night will be camping along the Lower Salmon River in a different location. Camp chairs are provided. Camping equipment is provided for those who do not own (or do not wish to transport) this gear. High quality, three-person backpacking style tents are for 2 people or two-person tents for single people. Sleep kits (25 degree rated synthetic sleeping bag, cotton bag liner, self-inflating sleep pad, and ground cloth) are also provided per person. Deluxe kits are available for rental, which include a sleeping cot and larger tent. Please contact O.R.E. directly, 503-563-1500.





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