Amazing float trip. We had the best time ever. Rafting with H2O was awesome. Middle Fork was a blast. Full of excitement. Our guide Dyson was fun. Cantcwait to go again. Awesome family trip ​ read more

My first time white water rafting & did the half day at south fork... I can say... AMAZING! I just booked the middle fork (advanced) for next month because I am that confident. Shoutout to our guide Emma. She made the experience fun & intimate. In the beginning, I was nervous and intimidated and just trying to get my strokes down. It's tricky once you're in the rapid getting smacked by water, but so fun. At the end of the trip there's homemade brownies & water bottles that are provided. I'm all about customer service so A++ to Tracy's brownies & the staff. Everyone is wonderful. Can't wait to get back in the river. read more

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Great experience and we love our guide Blake! We will for sure do this again. Thanks read more

We went on a half-day trip on the South Fork. It was easy to book. We signed a form online and got clear instructions about where to meet and what to bring. The trip started with safety stuff like life jackets and helmets. They told us how to stay safe on land and in the water. Each raft had a fun and skilled guide. We started with small rapids. Some people jumped in the river for fun. Halfway through, we could jump off a cliff into the water if we wanted. The bigger rapids were exciting, but our guide kept us safe. At the end, a jet ski took us back to the dock. We got yummy brownies and cold water on the bus ride back. The crew really loved their job. Their fun energy made the trip a blast! Bonus: They have photographers on the route to take memorable pictures. I am looking forward to going on a middle-fork trip with them soon based on my experience this time. read more

H2O was awesome. Our guide Marina was absolutely fantastic. She kept the day fun and was an excellent guide. Tyler the owner and jet ski driver was great. I've tried other companies on the river but this is the one I'll go back to read more

We went on the South Fork with H2O Adventures, for the full day trip. We had the BEST time and I can't rate them highly enough. We arrived on a Wednesday which was ideal because we had the campground to ourselves. It seems on Wednesdays they close the dam to the river so most of the restaurants and stores are closed and not enough water flow for rafting. We enjoyed swimming in the quiet river which was super refreshing in the August heat. The campground facilities were heavenly compared to the rugged camping we did prior to our arrival: clean bathrooms, showers, tents with cots, outdoor kitchens and direct access to the river. And most amazingly no bugs! The host was so chill that it felt like we were visiting family. The only downside was that the campground was right next to another outfitter that had a group of loud party people who didn't respect quiet hours but no fault of H2O's. When we did complain our hosts did take care of things; And karma also punished the hungover late night party guests as I gleefully watched that group almost sleep through their rafting trip. What idiots would book an early rafting trip and stay up late drinking? ...but I digress. We had a group of 11 of 3 families so we got 2 two rafts. Our guides, Ethan and Garren, didn't seem to have any qualms with us having all the kids in 1 raft and the adults in the other which probably was a good move as it made space for the kids to have fun without their nervous parents hovering. Plus the kids enjoyed playing musical rafts. The guides were the perfect balance of calm experienced experts and fun. They were serious when communicating safety and relaxed silliness when instigating water fights or cracking jokes. I noticed the other guides for the other H2O rafts (Lulu, Pierce, and James) were the same way and they all had a jokey comradery with each other that made me feel like H2O's a well run company. Because we booked a full day trip a bus took our outfit group up river where we were given a last bathroom break then fitted with life vests, paddles and helmets. After a safety talk/instruction we got in our rafts and headed down river. There were some nice sized rapids early on our trip that the guides would describe and prepare us before we entered. The halfway point was the campground where we stopped for a nice spread of make-your-own sandwiches, chips, lemonade, and cookies. My kids scarfed down two sandwiches, unheard of anywhere else! Then the second half of the trip was a LOT more rapids, rock jumping into the river, 'falling' into the river and loads of fun. By the mouth of Folsom Lake someone from H2O met us to tow the group to where we got off the rafts and bussed back to the campground. I do recommend bringing a healthy amount of sunblock, water bottle and a hat with a brim. I noticed the guides wear long sleeve rash guards and leg coverings bottoms for sun protection. We listened to the guides and didn't bring a camera phone but there was a nice woman from another raft who risked her phone and took pictures of our rafts and shared them with us. There are people posted at the big rapids taking pictures that you can buy after the trip. Be sure to either bring cash to tip your guides or get their Venmo. They deserved every cent because they set the tone for your trip. Like I said ours were AMAZING because they were very knowledgeable and instilled confidence so we could relax and have FUN! read more

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Found this company through groupon (which is similar price to just buying it straight from their website, but I had credit I needed to use so I booked through groupon). The instructions said to arrive 15 mins before to give time for set up and check in. We were running a bit late after driving from San Francisco and arrived just 5 mins before and we were last to check in! Each raft holds about 6 people + 1 guide (7 total) and we had 3 rafts in our session. Our raft luckily was filled with really fun people. We did the south fork which was super fun! The entire excursion was about 2 hours and starts out really slow which is what I liked because it gave us time to get used to raft and to learn how to control it with the group. Near the end there is much more aggressive waves. There are even parts were you can jump out and swim and to jump off a large rock into the water. Overall, I would 100% book this trip again. H2O was probably the most budget friendly and also super fun. The guides are all super fun and really want you to have a good time. The mix with the cold water and hot sun was so perfect. Definitely worth doing again. read more

We had a blast and a great experience with this company. Our guid was Emerson, and she was fantastic . She took special care of my 8 year old son. It was 107 out that day and Emerson made sure none of us overheated. Next time i want to do the longer one with the lunch. read more

Our 3rd family trip with this amazing woman, locally, family owned company. The guides are outstanding and truly go out of their way to make the most of the river depending on your needs. Want to fall out of the boat? They can make that happen. Want to take the rapids as delicately as possible? They can do that too! Everything in between in possible. Lulu was fantastic, telling corny jokes to entertain my 8 year old and encouraging the teenagers to challenge themselves. Our full day on the south fork was outstanding. Will absolutely be back! read more

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Great experience! I was here as a volunteer with a youth program. We camped the night before rafting at River's Bend Resort, H2O's campsite. The yurts were comfortable and spacious, with windows that could be unzipped for airflow. It's late July and hot during the day, but cool enough at night for a blanket. The campsite's sinks and stoves made for excellent meal prep, with plenty of picnic tables. There are restrooms and showers nearby, as well as a grass area with a volleyball net. Of course, the site is all river-front property, including access to the river for some light swimming. The rafting experience was outstanding! Our guide, Dave, was knowledgeable, friendly, and funny. All the guides helped us prepare by fitting us properly for helmets, life vests, and paddles. There were clean restrooms at the start of the river, and a nice lunch spread to greet us at the end, back at the campsite. Would love to come back here again soon! read more

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Had an AWESOME time!!! Mike was a great guide!!! Janets brownies at the end were the bomb!! They're better than my moms brownies for sure. I took my wife and daughter and had a great time as Mike being our Tour Guide When we come back in September, we'll ask for either Peter or Mike! read more

We did chili bar run and Jeremy was great and so funny. The entire staff and booking process was easy. This was our second trip with H2O and we are already planning for next summer! Highly recommend. read more

We had an amazing day with H2O! We took the half day South Fork to celebrate Father's Day. Our guides Jeremy and Rian were so fun and made us feel comfortable the entire time. The kids had a blast. We're looking forward to another adventure. read more

Experience was great.It was our group's first time and we selected the class IV section. It was great! Our guide Devin was fantastic. I highly recommend this company as their guides and gear are top notch. read more

Steve!!! He was the Man! We had a party of 4! It was my first time, I was nervous..... but put at ease once Steve had us work together before heading down the river! Staff was great, knowledgeable, safe, and FUN! We enjoyed a nice picnic and stayed cool after our trip! Also, they have camping!!!!!!! Next time, I'm looking for a full day adventure! Half day was perfect, but We were wanting more!!!! Cheers to H2O!!! Hope to be back soon! read more

H2O Adventures - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Lotus, California

This was our first time going whitewater rafting with friends, and the experience was absolutely incredible! Our guide, Marina, was a true rockstar. Not only did she remember all six of our names on the first try--which was seriously impressive--but she was also extremely knowledgeable and clearly passionate about rafting. Marina took the time to connect with each of us individually, making the trip feel personal and welcoming. Most importantly, she kept us safe while ensuring we had an unforgettable adventure. THANK YOU!!!! read more

I will never face a white water rapid without them! The staff is like the Avengers of rafting--knowledgeable and super professional. Our guide was so good he trains other guides. Definitely recommend H2O if you want to ride the rapids like a pro read more

H2O Adventures - Going down the CHUNDER!! - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Lotus, California

What a great way to end the summer. H2O Adventure made a epic weekend. They were amazing, well organized, and our tour guide was great! H2O planned a wonderful day of adventure. I was impressed how well organized everything was. Lunch was great, cheeseburger with fruits and chips. The river water is cold and you will get very wet. They will offer you a waterproof jacket. I recommend you to take one. After getting soak many times, you start to get cold without the jacket. I also recommend taking advantage of the camping they offer. It very rare to camp next to the river. You can use the gas grill and restroom has hot shower. It was memorable weekend. Enjoying with family and friends. Thank you H2O. Will be coming back every year. read more

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Amazing day on the river. We really enjoyed our trip and guide, Kegan. Started off calm and relaxed, we got instructions from the guide and safety rules. He taught us specific calls for our rowing. The entire team was really welcoming. I did fall out in the middle of Maytag which was absolutely terrifying, but I'm alive. We also really appreciate that they took photos and did not try to upsell them. That was great. Thank you all! We will definitely be back! Looking to do an overnight trip at some point. read more

H2O Adventures - Just before the class V! Maytag - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Lotus, California

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Ann was an excellent and knowledgeable guide who not only cared for our raft but cared for the guides and riders in all rafts. We did the 3 hour tour @ noon as first timers and felt like it was a perfect intro. There were lots of laughs & big smiles throughout the adventure. We would definitely return here and highly recommend Ann. No upsell gimmicks & the end of the run was met with DELICIOUS homemade brownies and cold , bottled water. 5 star. read more

H2O Adventures - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Lotus, California

Great service, great guide (Mike), great ride, great brownie. Very well conducted entry level II-III white water river rafting experience for the entrire family. Highly recommend, and looking forward for doing it again with them! read more

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We had a blast on the 1/2 day tour last week. Our guide was knowledgeable and funny, and taught us so much about the land and its history. It's wonderful when you are around people working jobs they absolutely love. We almost stayed in the boat the whole time! Highly recommend! read more

The BEST rafting company we've been with by far! I can't recommend them enough! We've done the south fork of the American River before but what really made this trip memorable was our guide, Marina. She was fun, engaging and had just the right amount of dad jokes for both the dads and the teenaged boys in the group. What's more is that she paid close attention to our cues and tailored our trip perfectly for our 16 year olds. It was my son's belated 16th birthday and he and his friends all agreed that this was the best rafting trip they've ever been on. The south fork of the American in the summer months is great for beginners and intermediate rafters alike. We had plenty of fun and exciting class 3 rapids as well as ample opportunities to float and relax down the river. H20 Adventures made the entire trip easy from booking a date online to coordinating arrival on the day of the trip all the way down to having a great spread for lunch and the return shuttle on the way back. Their staff are very communicative, friendly and helpful. We will definitely be going back for another rafting trip with H20 Adventures, perhaps the class 3/4 trip for the middle fork. Thanks again Marina! read more

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Once you park your car in the lot, its GO TIME! The instructors check you in and they get right to business by gearing us up with matching hats, vests and row sticks. Then there's a short instructional meeting of what to do and not. We bought the half day middle fork river Level 2-3 that starts at 1pm and ends at 430pm. Our guide, Trevor, did an excellent job directing us through the 11 mile river. Though it was 99 degrees that day, on the river, it felt perfect. The ride was relaxing, rejuvenating, exhilarating, pleasant and just so fun! We were able to jump out of the raft and float along the currents -- ahhh refreshing. We even stopped off to jump off a giant rock and into the river (probably ~15ft, but felt like ~25ft) . Just call Jenny Dangerous from now on because I DID IT! I survived! Woo hoo! read more

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Great adventure!! H2O was amazing. Great staff including our guide, River, who was awesome! They provided a good lunch that was fresh and delicious. We did some raft surfing and rock jumping along the way. Highly recommend H20 with River as your guide! read more

We've been planning to do river rafting and my coworker recommended H2O adventures. First time rafting and this experience is not just fabulous but an ABSOLUTE BLAST! H2O Adventures, the ultimate rafting company for both beginners and seasoned rafters alike. This company knows how to deliver an unforgettable experience. Incredibly Fianna-owner was very helpful answering all of our questions. I made changes couple times to our reservation and Fianna was very patient and so kind to help. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by Tyler-owner and his team that is not only very professional but also friendly and helpful. They'll make you feel right at home, ensuring every aspect of your trip is taken care of. Hands down to the three guides -Lyndsey, Trevor and Jeremy! We were a total of 19 people (14 adults and 5 kids). We were organanizely divided into 3 groups by Jeremy. Provided us thorough coaching before you even step foot in a boat. All 3 guides are awesome. With their expert guidance, you'll be ready to take on the rapids with confidence and they are also very knowledgeable about the river and everything that surrounded in it. Rafting half day at South fork american river left us crave for more. Everybody had so so much fun! We will definitely come back next year and will be bringing more people because some of our families and friends would love to join next time. So whether you're a thrill seeker or just looking for a unique way to explore outdoors, don't miss out on the opportunity to raft with H2O adventures. Get ready for an adventure you'll never forget. read more

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I have been rafting with H2O five times now and have never had a better rafting experience! I have rafted every river that H2O runs, and out of all the companies that run the American Rivers (and I have rafted with other companies), I would choose H2O every time- they make the day fun and help every rafter feel comfortable and confident in the raft, from first timers to veteran customers. Having rafted with Marina, Matt, Blake, Nico, and gotten to know many other guides such as Keegan, Keanu, Drayson, Jess, Steve, Ann, as we paddled along the river, you can't go wrong with a single one. Every guide has their own special tips and tricks, from rocks to jump off of, rapids to swim down or "Ride the Bull" on, side quests like nabbing rocks for an anatomy themed rock in the river, catching glimpses of different colored rocks, pointing out points of historical or geological interest, or even serenading you as you ride down the rapids. Every day is unique and keeps you coming back for more. #teamusa #teamagreatflippintime #teamgrant read more

We had an amazing time rafting with H20! We were greeted upon arrival and all of the staff were extremely helpful. Our guide, Blake, was super fun and entertaining! We had a blast while rafting and the scenery is so beautiful. Bring your phone with a waterproof case to take photos! Even the bus ride back was lovely, especially with the cold water and homemade brownies that were provided. We would love to come back! read more

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The family had a great time white water rafting with H2O adventures. River was a great tour guide. The kids enjoyed the trip and wants to do it again. read more

Our family made great memories on the river thanks to H2O Adventures. Anne is an amazing guide, she made the trip super fun with her personality and knowledge of the area. Ethan, the safety kayaker was there to over see the safety of the kiddos. Tracy's brownies were excellent after the trip. Would recommend H2O Adventures to everyone! A+++ read more

I have been using H20 from last 5 years and they've never disappointed me and my team in providing the best experience of our lifetime. They've professional guides, provides wonderful lunch, and have the best river routes. If you're an white water rafting lover then you must try them. read more

Fantastic whitewater rafting experience on the middle fork of the American river. Marina our guide was excellent, fun to be around and knowledgeable about the river and general area. She made the trip a blast. Will def go again with and thank you to H2O! read more

This team deserves 10 stars with another awesome time. H2O Adventures operates like one big happy family with their genuine teamwork and safety measures. Ellie is once again an amazing raft guide and gives clear instructions. Tyler we missed your Mom's brownies on the bus ride back to camp. We'll see you on July 4th 2026 since your rafting company has become our annual event. read more

Deserves 10000/10 stars! Our wonderful guide Ethan led us and gave us such a good time- we were laughing just as hard as we were paddling! 100% would go rafting again thru this company. It was also so cool to learn about the rich history of this area. (Also the sandwiches were reallly good!!!) read more

H2O Adventures - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Lotus, California

we had an amazing time with Marina. She was professional, knowledgeable, fun and friendly. Id recommend this company and this guide 100%. We went yesterday and are planning our next trip. read more

My husband and daughter did the Middle Fork of the American river trip and they had the best time - they came home raving about it. The guide was friendly and accommodating, the food was good and it was just the best experience. We can't wait to book more trips with them in the spring read more

River guides were so personable! Gave us great directions on paddling so we had an exciting, fun, safe time!! Really liked we were able to buy photos of us in the rapids. read more

H20 crew was amazing. We had a great time & will definitely be coming back for more trips down the river with them. Highly recommend! read more

H2O Adventures - South Fork American River - Rafting/Kayaking Near Me - Lotus, California

We had a blast on the South fork. We were a group of 6, some in our 60s. Steph was fantastic. We weren't the best paddlers but the trip was expertly run like we knew what we were doing. She explained a lot about the river and gave us every opportunity to enjoy rafting, rock diving and rapids swimming. It was just what the new rafters were looking for. Steph explained all the safety info and what to do if nature called. After riding the bull one of our group came up for a breath saying she got sooo much pee in her mouth. Maybe the middle fork next time. And btw the lunch was great and plenty of it. read more

Whitewater rafting has been an annual tradition for my friends and I for the past decade. We've used several companies but none compare to H2O Adventures. It's a family owned company and it really has the family feel. We always camp with them before rafting and we're always personally welcomed and helped settle in to our site. They always come around to make sure we have enough propane to cook with, and one time even brought a small stove to our site when there were larger groups around so we didn't have to wait to cook. The raft guides are experienced and always loads of fun. They always take time to add in the extra bits like jumping off a rock or having someone riding bull to make the trip extra special. We've had some great story tellers, some who explained the water properties and local flora and fauna, you can tell that they love what they do. I highly recommend H2O Adventures for your trip, you'll be in good hands. read more