Main Salmon River Rafting Trip Travel Information

Accommodations:

The day you fly out of Boise (example: if your trip is on July 17th you will fly out of Boise on July 16th) you need to make a reservation at the Stagecoach Inn in Salmon Idaho stagecoachinnmotel.com.Call (208) 756-2919 to make your reservation and mention you are with Orange Torpedo Trips. At the conclusion of the the trip, you will be taken to the Holiday Inn in Boise, which offers complimentary trips to the airport for flights the next day. To make reservations, contact the hotel at 800-238-8000 or www.holiday-inn.com/boise-airport.

Main Salmon Rafting All Lodge Trips:

On our five day all lodge vacations we stay at four spectacular riverside lodges. This is an amazing way to see the largest wilderness area in the lower 48 states. End each day with a hot shower and a soft bed to relax your muscles after a day of Salmon River rafting.
1. River of No Return Lodge
2. Whitewater Ranch (Currently no website)
3. Mackay Bar
4. Shepp Ranch

Airlines

You will fly in on one of the multiple air carriers that serve Boise. You will need to check in at the Salmon Air/McCall Aviation Desk by 3:00 PM the day before your rafting trip starts. (The desk is located next to the baggage claim, ground floor, Main Terminal.) The Salmon Air flight is included in the cost of your trip unless you opt to transport yourself to Salmon. Note from Salmon Air: "We ask that each customer come with no more than one medium- or two small-sized bags that weigh no more than a total of 35 lbs. Large hard-sided luggage will not fit." At the time of your booking we will need to know your flight information into Boise and the weight of each person in your party to make your flight with McCall aviation as smooth as possible.

Other Salmon River Travel Options

If you are in Idaho with your own vehicle you also have the option to meet us in Salmon Idaho and have your vehicle shuttled to meet you at the takeout at Carry Creek. Not using Salmon Air will reduce the cost of your trip, please call 866-479-5061 for details.

Salmon River Rafting Packing List

At the put-in for Main Salmon River rafting trip, your guides will hand out equipment for you to use during the trip. The first item is a dry bag (18"x36"), which is about the size of a medium duffle. This is where all of your personal items for the trip will go, including your sleeping bag (on camping trips), so pack conservatively. These dry bags will be riding in your boat, and when sealed correctly, they will not leak. However, if sealed incorrectly, they may let water in. We strongly suggest that all items of significant value, such as expensive jewelry, be left at home. We will also supply a day bag to store items like cameras for easy access during the day. When packing, consider your susceptibility to sunburn and pack on-the-water clothing to match. Nylon pants can be great on-the-water clothing that help prevent sunburn. For a more detailed packing list please use the "packing list" button at the top of the page.

Gratuities:

Our guides always work to provide the best trip possible for you, your friends and your family. If you feel their service was extraordinary gratuities are appreciated. Tipping is always optional and at your discretion. We have found that it is easiest to give any tip to the OTT head guide at the conclusion of the trip. The Head Guide distributes all gratuity evenly among the crew.