10,000 WAVES

Missoula Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking, and Float Tours

Book Some of the Best Whitewater Rafting in Montana

What Kind of River Adventure are you Looking for?

Take a Scenic & Relaxed Float Trip

Kick back as you and your rafting group travel through Missoula’s iconic Tarkio Gorge. Home to Montana deer, elk, bears, moose, ospreys, kingfishers, and eagles, there will be no shortage of wildlife sightings as we drift along. Custom meal options are available!

Missoula River Floating Tours

Tour Missoula & Paddle a Kayak

Enjoy an exhilarating sit-on-top kayak tour on the Clark Fork River through Alberton Gorge. Experience stunning scenery and thrilling Class II & III rapids. These half-day tours are perfect for adventure seekers and families. Just ask about our tandem kayaks.

Missoula Kayaking Tours

Navigate Missoula Whitewater Rapids & Camp Out

Do you and your family members know any good camping stories? Let’s plan a picturesque 23-mile family trip down the Blackfoot River! Relax and bond with your loved ones as you paddle through stunning landscapes. Experience Montana’s version of surfing and enjoy a riverside lunch, dinner, and breakfast.

Overnight Trips

Why Choose 10,000 Waves as your Missoula Whitewater Rafting and Kayaking Tour Guides?

Tailored whitewater rafting tours in Missoula, Montana

Tailored Missoula Whitewater Rafting & Kayak Tours

We could give you ten thousand reasons to choose our guided river tours. For starters, we tailor whitewater kayaking and rafting trips to your experience level, daily water conditions, and specific needs. Book your Montana adventure, and we’ll call you to fine-tune your future most fond vacation memory.

Missoula river tours for family reunions, corporate retreats, and vacations.

River Tours for All

You may be a seasoned rafter looking for action, a party planner searching for wedding guest entertainment or family reunion activities, a couple interested in learning a new skill, or a rad boss choosing a surprise corporate retreat location. No matter your reason, we highly recommend you visit us during your Missoula stay.

Missoula is the Best Place to Visit in Montana

Locals know Missoula is hands down one of the best places to visit in Montana, especially if you like whitewater rafting. This historic town is bursting with natural wonders, and out of all the things to do here, nothing beats the thrill of hitting the rapids. At 10,000 Waves, we want everyone to experience the beauty of our nearby rivers.

Why Choose 10,000 Waves for Missoula Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking, and Float Tours?

Connect with Our Passionate & Experienced Guides
- Neil & Emma: Scenic Trip Enthusiasts
- Kadin & Caleb: Kayak Tour Extraordinaires
- Sam, Amy & Jane: Missoula Whitewater Rafting Pros
Enjoy Customized River Adventures
Experience Top-Notch Raft Gear Brands & River Equipment
Break Away from Montana Tourist Crowds
Capture Memories Via Raft Pictures
Shop at the Alberton Gorge Gift Shop
Savor Delicious Riverside Food
Access the Hidden Beauty of Montana Rivers

Map Out Your Custom Journey!

Once you book a Missoula whitewater rafting trip, you’ll receive a phone call with recommendations to enhance your experience based on current river conditions.

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Alberton Gorge

For a heart-rate-boosting whitewater experience…

Our number one attraction, Alberton Gorge whitewater trips include adrenaline-rush-inducing rapids that everyone, including beginners, can conquer and enjoy. This Class III section of Clark Fork River is ideal for daring families with kids ages 6 and up. Cool off with swim breaks and admire the incredible canyon walls that make this rafting spot a must-see for western Montana travel.

Tarkio Gorge

For a level-one paddling trip with beautiful Montana scenery…

The Tarkio Gorge, just below Missoula’s Alberton Gorge, offers easy whitewater rafting blips buffered by scenic views of lofty cliffs and opportunities to observe Montana animals, deer, eagles, osprey, kingfishers and more. Perfect for beginner and experienced visitors, this section of the Clark Fork River promises a blend of excitement and relaxation.

Hellgate Canyon

For a peaceful float with historic views…

Contrary to the name’s reference, Hellgate Canyon offers a calm, breathtaking atmosphere enhanced by abundant wildlife. Better than river tubing, our half-day Hellgate Canyon raft float trips start above Missoula and end in the city’s heart. Your group will paddle along Clark Fork River in a location routinely crossed by indigenous Blackfoot bison hunters in the 1800s.

Blackfoot River

For something in between…

The Hollywood-famous, trout-filled, Blackfoot River offers whitewater and scenic tours. Though Class III rapids become prevalent in the high-water months of early summer, the river becomes a Class II technical (and teachable) paradise later in the season. Depending on water levels, we recommend this route to both experienced and new kayak and raft users.