Snake River raft tour Jackson: 3-hour scenic float

You float 13 miles downriver and the guide does the steering while you watch for wildlife.

A 3-hour scenic raft trip on the Snake River in Jackson Hole floats you past moose, river otters, bald eagles and osprey on a 13-mile stretch guided by an expert. The raft holds a small group, and an expert guide navigates while you sit back and scan the banks. Water, rain ponchos and a life jacket are provided, and children from age 4 can ride along.

The experience

The Snake River float works because you don't have to paddle or steer. The guide handles the current while you stay seated and watch the banks. The 13-mile stretch takes three hours, which is long enough to see something but short enough that sitting in a raft doesn't wear you down. Moose wade into the shallows, river otters surface near the rocks, and bald eagles hunt from the cottonwoods overhead. The guide knows where to slow down and where the birds nest, so you're not just drifting past scenery. You're looking at the right things at the right moment.

You meet 30 minutes before launch to get fitted with a life jacket and rain poncho, then push off from the Jackson Hole put-in. The water is calm enough for families and first-time rafters. There are no rapids or whitewater sections. The guide talks about the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem as you float, pointing out habitat and animal behavior. Bottled water is on board, and the whole trip runs in all weather: rain doesn't cancel it, it just means you stay dry under the poncho.

Three departure times let you choose the rhythm of your day: early morning at 8:00, midday at 11:30, or late afternoon at 4:00. A minimum of two people per booking means you're never alone on the water, though the group stays small enough that the guide can answer questions and adjust the pace. Children from age 4 can ride. The operator considers all ages on private bookings if you want to bring younger kids.

What’s included

• Expert river guide steering the raft.
• personal flotation device and rain poncho for each passenger.
• bottled water throughout the float.
• safe passage down a 13-mile stretch of the Snake River.

Options for this experience

3 options

Snake River Scenic Float at 8:00Guide in English · Available from 22 May 2027Morning float on the Snake River at 8 am: enjoy scenic views, bald eagles and their nests, a chance to spot a moose, plus otters, ospreys, elk, and many varied bird species. Lasts 3 hours.

Snake River Scenic Float at 4:00Guide in English · Available from 22 May 2027Afternoon float on the Snake River at 4 pm: enjoy scenic views, bald eagles and their nests, a chance to spot a moose, as well

Lunch Float at 11:30 amGuide in English · Available from 22 May 2027Family lunch float at 11:30: a picnic lunch enjoyed while floating the Snake River, with scenic views, bald eagles and their nests, a chance to spot a moose, plus otters, ospreys, elk, and many varied bird species.

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Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 22 May 2027

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (14 and older) · Child (4 to 13 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 48

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Teton Scenic Floats and Fly Fishing

Is this one for you?Book the early 8:00 departure if you want the morning light and calmer water before the day warms up; the 11:30 float works if you're building a full day around lunch in town; the 4:00 slot suits an afternoon when you'd rather watch the light change than fight the midday heat. All three are the same float and the same guide: the time just changes what else fits around it.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 13 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What wildlife can you actually see on the Snake River float?

Moose, river otters, bald eagles and osprey are the main animals the guide watches for along the 13-mile stretch. The guide knows where these animals feed and nest, so sightings are common rather than lucky.

Is the Snake River float safe for someone who's never been on a raft before?

Yes, the water is calm with no rapids, the guide steers the whole way, and a life jacket is provided and required. The trip is designed for families, seniors and first-time river users.

What time should you arrive before the raft launches?

Plan to arrive 30 minutes before your departure time so the guide can fit you with a life jacket and rain poncho and brief the group on safety.

What happens if the weather turns bad during the float?

The tour operates in all weather conditions: rain doesn't cancel it. You'll wear a rain poncho to stay dry, and the guide will adjust the pace if needed, but the float goes ahead.