White Water Rafting on the River Tay from Aberfeldy
Three hours paddling past Dewar's Distillery, through rapids, with all the gear and a guide who knows the river.
White water rafting on the River Tay in Scotland runs half-day trips from Aberfeldy to Grandtully with groups of mixed ages (minimum 8 years old), a professional guide, and all safety equipment provided. Departures run mornings and afternoons every day except Mondays and Tuesdays. You meet 15 minutes before the start time, and the trip includes transport to and from the river.
What’s included
- Wetsuits, lifejackets, helmets and paddles.
- professional guide in English or French.
- transport to and from the river.
- meeting 15 minutes before the activity starts to get geared up.
Times
- Thursday to Sunday 09:30 11:00
Information
Half-day white water rafting on the River Tay from Aberfeldy to Grandtully with wetsuits, lifejackets and a professional guide included: kids aged 8 and up can paddle.
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The experience
You arrive at Aberfeldy and meet your guide 15 minutes before the activity starts. The River Tay is a perfect introduction to white water rafting, not a beginner's creek, but not a full-on expedition either. Groups are small and mixed, so you'll paddle alongside families, couples and solo travelers who showed up the same morning. The guide handles the route and the safety calls. You handle the paddle and the raft itself.
The run from Aberfeldy to Grandtully takes about three hours on the water. You'll pass Dewar's Distillery on the bank (a landmark that sits right on the river), and work through sections of genuine rapids that keep the adrenaline up without overwhelming anyone who's never done this before. The guide is there to read the water and steer, but the work of paddling and staying in the raft is yours. Wetsuits, lifejackets, helmets and paddles come with the booking, so you show up with just shoes that can get wet and a towel for after.
Trips run every day except Mondays and Tuesdays, which are reserved for fishing. Morning and afternoon slots are available year-round, so you can fit this into a free afternoon or make it the centerpiece of a day trip to Perthshire. If the group doesn't reach minimum numbers, the operator reschedules you to another departure rather than running a skeleton crew.
Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and French.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 15 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.
What do I need to bring for the rafting trip?
Bring training shoes that can get wet, a towel, and a swimsuit or shorts under the wetsuit. All safety gear (wetsuit, lifejacket, helmet and paddle) is provided.
How long is the rafting trip on the River Tay?
The trip is three hours on the water, running from Aberfeldy to Grandtully. You'll meet 15 minutes before the start time to get geared up.
When can I go rafting on the River Tay?
Rafting trips run every day except Mondays and Tuesdays, with morning and afternoon departures available throughout the year. If your preferred time doesn't reach minimum group size, you'll be offered another departure date.
Is transport included in the rafting trip?
Yes, transport to and from the river is included in the booking. You meet at Aberfeldy, and the guide handles getting everyone to the water and back after the run ends at Grandtully.
What is the River Tay like for white water rafting?
The River Tay from Aberfeldy to Grandtully is an introductory white water run with genuine rapids that keep the trip exciting without demanding advanced skills. You'll paddle past Dewar's Distillery and through sections that give you real work to do on the paddle.
Operated by Splash Whitewater Rafting. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
Prices and times updated 3 days ago
White Water Rafting on the River Tay from Aberfeldy
3h · EN · FR
from £ 60 per person
≈ US$ 81 in your currency
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