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Bozeman Guided Kayak Tour on the Madison River 3 hr
Very goodTop 13% in Bozeman
212 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Bozeman
- 3 hrs
- Updated November 2, 2026
Paddle the Madison River near Bozeman, spot Montana wildlife, and hear local stories on a guided 180-minute kayak trip.
About this tour
See the Bozeman area from the water on a guided kayak trip along the Madison River. With a local guide and a sit-on-top kayak, you’ll paddle downstream through Montana scenery while keeping an eye out for fish, deer, beavers, and eagles. Wildlife sightings are possible, though never guaranteed.
Along the way, your guide shares stories and insights about the river’s geography, history, and notable landmarks. The experience lasts 180 minutes and begins and ends at Dry Hills Distillery, making it easy to find your meeting point. A driver and certified tour guide are included; hotel pickup and drop-off are not. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and nearby public transportation options are available. Please arrive on time: the group waits 10 minutes past the scheduled meeting time before departing, and late guests are charged in full. Gratuities are not included, and tips for guides are appreciated.
Book your Bozeman guided kayak tour on the Madison River for a relaxed way to take in the landscape, local stories, and wildlife from the water.
Highlights
- Paddle downstream on the scenic Madison River
- Watch for deer, beavers, fish, and eagles
- Hear guides share local geography and history
- Explore in a sit-on-top kayak
What's included
Included
- Driver
- Certified tour guide
- Guided kayak tour
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
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View on ViatorViator
4.93 / 5 · 212 reviews
Important information
- Meet and return at Dry Hills Distillery
- The tour waits 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time before departing; late guests are charged in full
- Nearby public transportation is available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Call or text with questions
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.93 from 212 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in Bozeman
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- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.6. Top 13% in Bozeman means it ranks in the top 13% of tours in Bozeman by this score.
Provider rating distribution in Bozeman
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- GetYourGuide
- Viator
from $135
on Viator