Whitewater rafting in Idaho is an experience people never forget. We offer Middle Fork of the Salmon River rafting. This spectacular river is the Salmon's largest tributary and the crown jewel of the Wild and Scenic River System. The crystal clear free-flowing river is spring fed from high alpine meadows. The upper reaches of this drainage drop rapidly through thickly forested alpine settings, then, aided by dozens of tributaries, it soon doubles in size becoming a rushing river with major rapids. As dense forest greenery gives way, the canyon alternates between grassy mountain meadows and sheer granite cliffs.

The legendary and primitive Middle Fork of the Salmon cascades through 105 miles of the most inaccessible and awesome country in the world. It is rugged, wild, and relatively untouched. You'll experience over 80 major rapids with the only route to the canyons of the Middle Fork, in some cases, being the river itself. There are few trails to the ancient Indian campsites, hot springs and homesteads. The lower 30 miles, known as the "Impassable Canyon", is so remote that there is not even a trail.

We specialize in adventure vacations and our experienced professionals will guide you along every step of the trip. Early in the summer season you'll experience some of the most thrilling whitewater available anywhere. Middle Fork trips range from 3 to 6 days in length.

While it is possible to join one of our Rainbow Rafting trips at the last minute, most of our guests book their trips 4 to 6 months in advance. Because we have a limited number of seats available on each launch, we recommend making your reservations as early as possible to ensure your preferred vacation time.

6 Day 5 Night Middle Fork Expedition - Depending on water conditions, the trip will launch at Boundary Creek or the Indian Creek airstrip. Both near the headwaters of the Middle Fork. Guests will explore the entire length of the Middle Fork (approximately 105 miles). The trip ends the afternoon of the 6th day.

Price: $1,975.00 per Person*

Launch Dates: June 30 and August 25

5 Day 4 Night Middle Fork Expedition - Early season high water trips launch at Boundary Creek or the Indian Creek airstrip. Both near the headwaters of the Middle Fork. Guests will explore the entire length of the Middle Fork (approximately 105 miles). The trip ends the afternoon of the 5th day.

Price: $1,695.00 per Person*

Launch Dates: June 3 and September 2 (Great fly fishing!)

Private Charters (group size 24) contact our office for additional Middle Fork dates.

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TRANSPORTATION: All Middle Fork Expedition pricing includes pre trip ground transportation from Stanley to Boundary Creek, post trip ground transportation from the confluence of the Middle Fork and Main Salmon back to Stanley. NOT included in the Middle Fork trip price are air transportation, vehicle shuttles, or any motel rooms before or after your river trip. Air transportation and Boise lodging packages are available as follows:

BOISE PRE TRIP LODGING and ROUND TRIP flight package: $400.00 pp

The package includes one night lodging in Boise, a detailed orientation meeting with hors d'oeuvres the night before the start of your trip and ROUND TRIP flights from Boise to the river at the beginning of your trip and from Salmon back to Boise at the end of your trip. This package also includes all ground transportation between the Boise Airport and your prearranged lodging in Boise.

ONE WAY FLIGHTS from Stanley or Salmon to the river or from the river to Stanley or Salmon: $210.00 pp

On all 3 Day 2 Night and 4 Day 3 Night Middle Fork Expeditions.

ONE WAY FLIGHTS from Stanley to Indian Creek: $125.00 pp

If water conditions dictate an Indian Creek Launch, guests originating from Stanley will have a one way flight into the river.

Vehicle Shuttle: $125.00 per vehicle

Guests can have their personal vehicles shuttled from Stanley, Idaho to Salmon, Idaho. Rainbow Rafting will provide ground shuttles to Salmon at the end of the trip.

* Associated Taxes and Fees

All trip prices are subject to 3% USFS Service Fee. All guests are subject to a $4.00 per day USFS Use Fee on the Middle Fork and Main Salmon.

At the pre trip orientation in Boise, Stanley and Salmon, a Rainbow representative will meet you and give you a quality Rainbow Rafting waterproof duffel along with personalized instruction on how to pack for your expedition. Please do not hesitate to call us if you have any questions about the prices or safety concerns while on a Main Salmon or Middle Fork trip.

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