Private Whitewater Rafting Experience with San Francisco Pickup
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Whitewater River Rafting Thrills in California’s Gold Country!
Craving adventure? Embark on an epic full-day escape from San Francisco to experience the wild thrill of whitewater river rafting on the legendary American River—where California’s Gold Rush began!
Travel in comfort through the scenic Central Valley with a stop in a charming gold rush town for breakfast. Then head to the South Fork of the American River for an adrenaline-pumping ride through 8–10 miles of class III rapids—perfect for beginners and intermediate paddlers. No prior experience needed. (Min age: 8 or 80 lbs.)
After your rafting adventure, enjoy a picnic lunch (included), then explore James Marshall Gold Discovery Park, sip at local wineries, or stop at one of California’s largest outlets.
This custom private tour blends thrills, history, and nature for the ultimate day trip. Let’s turn your bucket list into reality—one rapid at a time!
Non-refundable
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Duration 10 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Pickup/drop off anywhere in San Francisco downtown, Fisherman's wharf area, Presidio, Sacramento
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Rafting equipment and river fees included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Sorry, we cannot transport passengers with disabilities as our vehicles are not equipped for that
- Tips/gratuities are voluntary payments to your guides as a gesture of appreciation for good service
- Lunch
Meeting point & pickup
Hotel pickup included for all travelers
-We offer complimentary pickup and drop off in San Francisco, in the East Bay (Oakland, Emeryville, Oakland and in Sacramento areas ).
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Pickup is available from 31 listed hotels. Exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.
Cancellation & confirmation
Non-refundable
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- 0% refund if cancelled at least 0 day(s) before
- May be cancelled for bad weather
Confirmation within 24 hours
The supplier reviews your request and usually confirms within 24 hours.
From $1,159.00 per person
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