We have the most amazing day on the river yesterday. We took the tour up to Hell's Canyon Dam…read more Be prepared it is an all day (11 hrs) journey but worth every bit of it. Be sure to get there early to get the best seat (right rear- shade and a smoother ride...you're welcome) First stop for breakfast with coffee, OJ and muffins greeted by turkeys and a bunny. Next off, lunch at an old mining ranch and finished off the day with a swim and signature cookies. The crew was attentive and friendly, pointing out historical places along the way.

I went on the 6 hour adventure up the Snake River. It was amazing!! The Captain, Kaden, was so…read morepersonable, knowledgeable and an excellent driver! He could read the river very well. The entire day was just fascinating! Picnic lunch was superb! They use smaller boats so you have that "family feel" instead of crammed in with a whole bunch of strangers!! I highly recommend Snake Dancer Excursions!!

Amazing way to spend the better part of the day enjoying the beauty of the Snake River and Hells…read moreCanyon area! Our captain and crew were amazing - great, informative commentary without being "too much" and attentive care. We were provided plenty of cold water throughout the trip. The included lunch stop on our tour had a really nice pre-packaged box lunch everyone enjoyed. Bring - sunscreen, hat, glasses, towel, and anything else you may need to make yourself comfortable for the day.

We did the half day jet boat tour. Joe and Delaney were great. The tour was very informative.read more

We took an awesome trip up the Snake River and Hells Canyon in a jet boat. The captain was a…read morewealth of information, both history and geology, and had good humor too. The lunch stop at Garden Creek ranch was an unexpected pleasure, a real gem. I really enjoyed this tour and thought it was a bargain price as well. Don't miss it!

We were on an excursion from the American Empress riverboat. This team is awesome! We had a lot of…read morefun and they took us over 50 miles into Hells Canyon. They make your safety a priority and only took us as far as it was safe for us and for their boats. The river was flooding and there was a lot if debris, but we still got to explore a lot!

Beamer's is the best! Our captain, Jace Halley and deck hand Jeff Tillea were fantastic. Both were…read morevery friendly, personable, and had a great sense of humor. They have a wealth of knowledge about boating, the river, and Hells Canyon. Jace shared the history of the canyon and both of them pointed out all the bighorn sheep, deer, bald eagle, and even a moose swimming across the river! The people at all the stops were friendly and welcoming. The boat was comfortable. There were granola bars and coffee at the first stop, then a couple of mail stops, then we had sack lunches at Copper Creek Lodge. Lunch was fresh turkey sandwiches, chips, cookie, amd an assortment of sodas. These guys know how what they're doing and they do it well!

Very enjoyable ride into Hells Canyon Captain Jim, and deckhand Jeff were friendly and…read moreknowledgeable. We made several stops to hear about interesting historical facts and stories about the area. My only regret was not being able to get wet on the way back to Lewiston HIGHLY recommend this trip.

Great company to whitewater raft and kayak with down the Lower Salmon River with in the summertimeread more

From the owner: Barker River Trips offers customizable multi-day rafting trips as well as raft supported fishing…read moreand hunting. Fish for sturgeon and bass on the Salmon River, try your hand at steelhead fishing on the Clearwater River, or hunt for chukar from the banks of the Salmon with a motor rig supported trip. Beginner and advanced kayakers alike can test their skills against the River of No Return under the tutelage of our guides. Ride the Slide Rapid with Jacques on the motor rig, or hop into yellow rafts and paddle through rapids on your way to camp at white sandy beaches. The Lower Salmon River truly has it all!

My 84yr old mom wanted to "do a big river trip" and booked a 5-day trip down the Snake River for…read moreus. The food was great, the views amazing, the cellphone-free environment much appreciated. The best part? The company. The oars staff were friendly, highly-capable, and were the most entertaining part of the trip. I've never talked so much my whole life, but these guys were a hoot. We saw a few people get drunk, beligerant, and not wearing PFDs across the river one day. Some of the other river guide companies do not operate a tight ship. I'm so glad we went with OARS because my stress level was zero other than the rapids. The 5-day down the Snake River was perfect as you really get into the groove of rafting that 3rd day. I just wish I could have stayed on the river longer!

I took my 3 nephews on a rafting trip down the Salmon River for 6 days and 5 nights June 6 - 7…read moreusing the O.A.R.S. Dories company for our guide. It was a terrific adventure, but what made it so great had a lot to do with our guides and their friendly, hard working and professional manner. The team leader was Caroline who was so impressively competent. All the other guides deferred to her easily and she made intelligent decisions to keep the trip safe from high and fast water as well as comfortable with well chosen camp sites and interesting hikes and things to see. While she took charge readily, she did it with a smile and a great sense of humor. I like to joke around a bit and Caroline was right there making me feel comfortable and joking right back with me. We shared some wonderful conversations that made the trip even more special and memorable. I probably will never see her again, but I will always remember how capable, kind and personable she is. Her 3 other guides were Caiden, Shane and a trainee John Evans. I was so impressed with how open and friendly they all were. We had lots of time to just talk and relax both on the river and in camp. They all joined in our group like they were one of us talking about their lives and things they liked when we asked. Always smiling and friendly. They didn't ever monopolize the conversation or become too opinionated. They just joined in and flowed with the group just like the river we were floating on. Every day they spent arduous time setting up camp and then breaking camp the next morning, cooking really tasty meals 3 times a day and tending to all of our questions and needs. They truly never complained. They would put us first when we needed something always with a no problem attitude. I never heard one of them complain or act in a way that was unbecoming of the job they were doing. For 6 straight days to do all that work with never a complaint was amazing to me. I believe they all love what they do and take the job as a treat to be out in the wilderness riding the rapids and sharing with people an amazing adventure in the wilderness. I'm 71. I may never do a trip like that again just because of my age and stage in life, but if I do, it will for sure be with the O.A.R.S. team and I hope I'm lucky enough to get to reconnect with any of those wonderful guides.

This is the real deal. I purchased some soap that has hand-collected native plants and leaves the…read moresoftest skin. The owner offers authentic Nez Perce dresses, jewelry, home decor and more. It's well worth a trip - you won't be disappointed!

From the owner: Hells Canyon Jet Boat Tours is our main attraction. Nez Perce Tourism embodies the spirit of our…read moreauthentic Nimiipuu heritage, rooted in a profound commitment to preserving our cultural traditions. Embark on a journey that immerses you in the rich tapestry of Nimiipuu history and way of life, from exhilarating jet boat tours to transformative performances, heartfelt storytelling sessions, and hands-on workshops. At Nez Perce Tourism, we cherish the sacredness our culture within, while warmly inviting others to share in its beauty and wisdom with the world.