Whitewater Excitement
Whitewater Excitement
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Coloma, United States
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Travellers' Choice
2024
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John Q
1 contribution
Jul 2021
I have been rafting with White Water Excitement for 12 years. It has been an awesome experience from the first time and every year since. It started as a father/daughter 4-day rafting/camping experience and has blossomed into inviting countless family members and friends. The campground is perfect, with large camping spaces, hot showers, clean bathrooms, and it’s right next to the river. The guides are well trained, ensure safety is a priority, and have exceptional interpersonal skills. Jill has been our guide the last several years. She's fun, energetic, extremely skilled, and provides an outstanding experience on the river. Beginners and experienced rafters will have a great time. On top of it all breakfast, lunch, and dinners are plentiful and “the best’ on the river”. Give em a try, trust me, you will want to return.
Written 1 August 2021
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Veronica B
Alamo, CA2 contributions
Jul 2021
Our guides were Charlie and Autumn. Both of them were great with the kids and demonstrated clear leadership and command, making everyone feel safe. We all had fun and there was one birthday boy in the group who declared over and over again that it was "the best birthday ever!" I had emailed a question prior to the trip and received a prompt response. I also appreciated the lunch in the middle of our trip and snacks provided at the end. Everything was seamless and well thought-out.
Written 10 July 2021
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Msandersoncmt
18 contributions
Aug 2021
We were so impressed by our trip lead by Autumn. She was professional throughout and the trip was thoroughly entertaining. Everyone at the office couldn't stop talking about it the next Monday morning. And two out of the three parties have already rebooked more trips for the rest of the rafting season! We are all sharing our experiences on Instagram and look forward to all our upcoming trips with Whitewater Excitement!
Written 10 August 2021
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R B
4 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
I have traveled with and helped a number of groups book trips with Whitewater Excitement. We love them and are glad that The original owner has passed this operation to his son. This multi generational business just keeps getting better all of the time. I would highly recommend this for a family reunion, church or youth group, and even a quick getaway with your family or spouse. Several people that were on the trip with us decided that they wanted to do with their family in the very near future.
Written 28 July 2022
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Stay34527990211
1 contribution
Aug 2021 • Couples
Two years ago we rafted the south fork and this past weekend did the middle fork on a boat with 6 friends. It is such a fun and memorable experience! The South Fork is really great for beginners or anyone who is apprehensive. The Middle Fork definitely is not for the faint of heart though I will say the Chute is the worst of it (everything after that is still really fun but not as scary). We pinballed in the Chute but were totally okay—-no one fell overboard and our boat stayed upright. The guides definitely make or break the trip but I think all of the guides that I have seen/experienced were at least good if not stellar. Some are more engaging than others as usual. Definitely highly recommend!
Written 16 August 2021
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Elizabeth R
1 contribution
Jul 2021
Our guide was Courtney. She made us all feel comfortable and united as a team. My daughters and another passenger all fell out at the same time. Courtney knew exactly what to do and went straight into action. She said it was the first time for 3 to go at once! Throughout the trip, she kept us informed of the surrounding areas as we passed by, and named all the rapids and their classes.
We appreciated the camp and being able to stop back for lunch. I also appreciate how the guides all worked together as a team ensuring that all passengers were safe and having a blast. The guides led with an enthusiasm which made it extra exciting and adventurous for all.
We appreciated the camp and being able to stop back for lunch. I also appreciate how the guides all worked together as a team ensuring that all passengers were safe and having a blast. The guides led with an enthusiasm which made it extra exciting and adventurous for all.
Written 2 July 2021
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Perry S
Lodi, CA1 contribution
Jul 2021
Our Group experienced the all day trip on the Middle Fork of The American River with Guide Ryan Turner. This was the most I have had in awhile, our guide was skillful in getting us prepared for all of the fun and excitement. We had a flotilla of 4 boats from WE and they played off one another all day. It was a "BLAST"
Written 6 July 2021
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Msandersoncmt
18 contributions
Jun 2022
Billy and Autumn were our guides for the day. They did an outstanding job making sure that all the guests in the boat were safe and having a good time. They both engaged the guests and gave them description of some of the natural history as we passed through the canyon. They were respectful at all times and made sure that guests understood what was to come at each rapid so everyone could have the best time possible. We will continue to rebook with Whitewater Excitement as we are always delighted with our rafting experience and feel they are the most professionally run and safe organization on the American River.
Written 24 June 2022
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Connie Q
Pleasanton, CA2 contributions
Jul 2021
As it has been year over year, our entire experience with Whitewater Excitement was EXCELLENT. The entire staff is awesome. Janine makes booking trips a breeze. The campsite and facilities were clean and the location by the river just can't be beat. Transportation to and from the river launch areas along with the safety talk was efficient. Lunch and dinner were both scrumptious. Our trip on the river was enhanced by our highly skilled and delightful guide Jill. Pride of ownership and ensuring guests have a fantastic experience is evident in every aspect of Whitewater Excitement. This company will meet and exceed your expectations.
Written 31 July 2021
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Karen S
5 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
We really love your company. The information you provide is so thorough and clear and the computer consent forms to sign worked seamlessly. Patti and Janine in the office helped answer all of our questions. Our guides were great - Nate and Vincent. Nate did an excellent job answering our questions about nature and the river and really put us at ease explaining the rapids as we approached them. Very professional. Vincent knew great information about California history and the river. Thank you for the lovely lunch and the great experience on the river. The bathroom were clean and the paring was plentiful. We had a wonderful time!! This is our second year in a row and we were just as pleased last year. Thank you so much!!
Written 21 August 2023
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