An Ideal Introduction for Families & Groups.
Looking for a fun and accessible way to experience the thrill of white water rafting? The River Tay offers the perfect setting for beginners and families to dip their paddles into adventure. With gentle currents, stunning scenery, and expert guides, this introductory rafting activity is all about safe excitement and shared memories.
🌿 Scenic & Serene: Float through the heart of Highland Perthshire, surrounded by rolling hills, wooded banks, and the tranquil beauty of Scotland’s longest river.
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Fun: Designed for all ages and abilities, this experience is perfect for families, school groups, and first-time rafters. Expect light splashes, laughter, and plenty of photo-worthy moments.
🧑🏫 Guided & Safe: Our experienced instructors provide full safety briefings, equipment, and support throughout the journey—so you can relax and enjoy the ride.
🎉 Group Bonding: Whether you’re paddling as a team or simply soaking in the views, rafting on the Tay is a brilliant way to connect, celebrate, and explore together.
📍 Departing from Aberfeldy half-day sessions available. All gear provided—just bring your sense of adventure!
Wetsuit
Helmet
Buoyancy aid
Windproof cag (weather dependant)
Raft & paddles
Expert raft guides
Transport on/off river
Free photos (for groups of 10+)
You only need old trainers or water shoes that can get wet, swimwear, a towel and cosy clothes for before & after.
All your favourite Splash Rafting activities are available for group bookings. To enquire and find out more about a group booking please visit the following page:
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EXCELLENT Based on 855 reviews Posted on Tripadvisor Angela26 April 2026Verified Great experience Fantastic afternoon on our first time white water rafting on the River Tay. Our guide Kamal was great fun, very experienced & knowledgeable. Thanks.Posted on Tripadvisor Rob S25 April 2026Verified White water rafting with Splash Had a fantastic afternoon on the River Tay, experiencing the white water rapids for the first time.All staff were friendly & helpful. Our guide & instructor, Kamal was very experienced & great fun, thank you. Would highly recommend 👍🏻Posted on Tripadvisor Kevin M22 March 2026Verified Great experience Really enjoyed this trip , was ideal for someone who has never rafted before our guide was great .Posted on Tripadvisor Julia H6 October 2025Verified Just do it!!! I was a bit unsure about doing this trip, but I didn't want to get home and regret missing the opportunity, so I went for it. Im so glad I did! It was fabulous! Just do it!!!Posted on Tripadvisor Helen P15 September 2025Verified Fun 🤩 n a lovely setting Lovely experience for all ages ( over 8) Team were well organised, friendly and fun. Jack went the extra mile to help calm our slightly apprehensive granddaughter who ended up having fun! Some exhilarating parts and got everyone laughing- a great memory!Posted on Tripadvisor Susan C12 September 2025Verified Great time well worth it Non swimmer 1st time White Water Rafting. Excepitonal Company to go with put me at ease throughout the exprerience. My Partner thouroughly enjoyed it. We woukd both do it again.Posted on Tripadvisor Steve W10 September 2025Verified Fantastic experience, so much fun Fantastic fun, weather was great not that it mattered, beautiful scenery, instructor was brilliant, funny, knowledgeable. Plenty nature along the way, great to jump over board and spend a short time in the deep pools of waterPosted on Tripadvisor Caroline W9 September 2025Verified Great experience The scenery was absolutely stunning - and the rapids very exciting. Donas was brilliant at pointing out the wildlife. It was the perfect experience.Posted on Tripadvisor kevinb4 September 2025Verified Whitewater rafting with family and friends Fun, safe and thrilling adventure. Our guide during rafting named Kamal was excellent. We even jumped for a quick swim in the chilly water. Highly recommended!Posted on Tripadvisor Martyn T29 August 2025Verified Good Rafting trip on the beautiful River Tay. A superb half day on the water. Well organised, enjoyable and safe activity for families, large and small groups. Wet suit, waterproof jacket, life Jacket and helmet supplied - just bring water shoes and a towel. Good kit and knowledgeable instructors make for a fun and safe day out in spectacular scenery. Toilets and changing areas are basic but adequate. No lockers etc so keep valuables in the car or back at your accommodation. Good quality downloadable Photographs available on the website after the activity. Reasonable value for 3hrs of rafting, all safety kit and knowledgeable instructors too.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
EXCELLENT Based on 566 reviews Posted on Google Amber WoodsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great time and this was the most interactive white water rafting trips we’ve ever done!Posted on Google Lucy ManancourtTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a great time canyoning yesterday, I was a bit nervous but Anton was very patient and helpful, will definitely be coming back to do rafting in the future 😊Posted on Google Kathleen HendersonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a brilliant day! Anton was very patient,knowledgeable and safe with us the whole time. We had a fantastic time and would highly recommend this 👍👍Posted on Google Kim van SadelhoffTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was a lovely day rafting with you for our first time. The kids felt safe yet were excited to jump in the cold water and experience the small rapids. Thanks for this experience.Posted on Google Andrew BTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great afternoon white water rafting session down the river Tay. The team at Splash are very knowledgeable in terms of safety, briefing everyone well, local area and wildlife. They provide a great experience along the river. Myself and my 11year old daughter had a fantastic afternoon and tha la to the guys. Finally a really good set of photos were available very soon after we had finished our rafting which made for a great way to remember an awesome trip. Thanks to all at SplashPosted on Google Paul TrenellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We did canyoning at Keltneyburn and rafting on the Tay - great fun and created some wonderful memories. Thank you!Posted on Google María CTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This rafting experience was the perfect balance of adventure and safety—just enough excitement to get your adrenaline going without ever feeling dangerous. The guide was fantastic: friendly, funny, and great at keeping everyone at ease. I was a bit nervous at first, but their clear explanations and calm approach quickly made me feel comfortable and confident. The scenery along the way was beautiful, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. And yes—you will definitely get wet, so come prepared for that! Overall, it’s a great activity for families or anyone looking for a fun, memorable outdoor adventure.Posted on Google Frosty’s FreewayTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Everything about this company is professional and fun. Kamal, an ex Gurkha soldier, was in charge of our boat . He was brilliant and my kids love him. Highly recommend!Posted on Google dorothée brouillardTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Une super expérience en famille ! Superbe descente en rafting sur la rivière Tay en août 2025 avec nos 3 enfants. Un immense merci à Donas et Marina pour leur accueil exceptionnel et leur sens du partage. On s'est sentis en sécurité et l'ambiance était géniale du début à la fin. Une activité incontournable si vous êtes dans le coin. 🌊🚣♂️ À recommander sans hésitation !Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more

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