Madison River Kayak Tour: Scenic Wildlife Adventure
4.9
212 Ratings
Bozeman

Embark on a scenic wildlife adventure with our guided kayak excursion on the Madison River. Experience the beauty of Bozeman, spot local wildlife, and learn about the area’s history. Tips appreciated!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Madison River - Delight in a serene 1.5-hour kayak paddle or float along the Madison River. This class one river requires no prior experience. Stay alert for the plentiful wildlife that can be observed throughout the trip.

The Madison River is one of the three rivers that form the headwaters of the Missouri River.

What's Included
  • Driver
  • Certified Tour Guide
  • Guided Kayak Tour
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a Guided Kayak Trip along the Madison River to immerse yourself in the stunning scenery, rich history, and diverse wildlife of the Bozeman area. Our skilled tour guides, paired with comfortable sit-on-top kayaks, promise an unforgettable adventure. Guides welcome tips for their exceptional service. Keep an eye out for Montana’s wildlife,…

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Location
106 Village Center Lane
Village Center Lane
Dry Hills Distillery is the meet and return point. We will wait 10 minutes past the meeting time for guests, at which point the tour will leave and the guest will be charged in full for the tour. Call or text with any questions
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(212 Ratings)
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Joan_l
Sep 1, 2026
Great day on the Madison - Great scenic kayak trip down the Madison - made even better by beautiful weather and uncrowded conditions. Our guide Nick added to the day - he was patient, informative and a savior of rock moored kayaks!! Eric drove the van and narrated the ride to the put in. Nick left us with a list of Bozeman hotspots Seamless trip- highly reccomend.
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Johnwh6510ab
Aug 27, 2026
Perfect way to experience the grandeur of the Madison River - What a blast! We learned a lot about the area on our ride to put-in, then had an awesome time kayaking the Madison River! The current keeps you moving and the scenery is stunning. Our guides were great fun and pointed out a lot of interesting things. A great way to spend the afternoon, and one or our favorite experiences visiting Montana!!
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Peter_c
Aug 12, 2026
We had a great time!... - We had a great time! Cruised the whole river . Seamless pickup and drop off. Host and crew were amazing
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Aaronhr120iv
Aug 2, 2026
Great time on the river! - Great experience - believe It was Eric who was our guide. Fun. Relaxed. Simple. If you’re looking to stretch your legs and have a good morning activity, this is perfect. Must do if first time in area!
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603carlenep
Jul 29, 2026
Great kayaking on the Madison - Our kayaking trip was fantastic with this group. The guides were fun and knew exactly what they were doing. From booking online to the very end of the trip, it could not have been any better.
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Kendra_r
Jul 22, 2026
Highly recommend! - Very easy float down the Madison River. Had no experience with kayaking and had a great time. Guides were helpful and equipment in very great shape. Highly recommend!
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Darrenbl1549iw
Jul 20, 2026
Very enjoyable trip down the Maddison River - Excellent adventure for my wife and I. My wife had no kayaking experience but had a great time and enjoyed the trip. The guides were very helpful and supportive, also took lots of photos to share. Great time thanks to all who come along
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Kimberley_v
Jul 4, 2026
Super nice guides and fun... - Super nice guides and fun time on the river, even though there was a rain storm interruption. Had a great time!!!
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Z2414yqrobertp
Aug 28, 2026
Kayak adventure - Eric was great from start to finish. Sign up, paying was all very easy. In contact via text leading up to time of departure cause weather was a small question. Day turned out to be great, flow was ok for our level of experience. Beautiful views and the water felt great. Our guide was Bryan who made sure everyone’s needs on the river were taken care of. Would absolutely recommend this to anyone visiting the Bozeman area.
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Kristine_r
Sep 5, 2026
3/5 stars — Beautiful views, but bring your own guidance - The scenery on this trip was pretty — well worth getting out on the water for. The guide was kind and had a good sense of humor, which made the group dynamic pleasant. That said, actual guiding was pretty much nonexistent. He spent most of the trip on the opposite side of the river, with little to no engagement, commentary, or instruction along the way. If you’re looking for a guided experience with real interaction, this wasn’t it — more of a “paddle and figure it out yourself” situation with a friendly stranger nearby.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).