Expeditions
The Blaster
Our signature 2 hour Class II-III whitewater rafting trip. This is the perfect trip for everyone! Fun rapids, great swimming spots, and lots of adventure. This is stress-free rafting at its finest, and will leave you with a HUGE smile on your face. 3.5 continuous miles starting at the mouth of the Kern Canyon and ending near Lake Ming in Bakersfield, CA. No need to hesitate on this one....You will love it!
Departs Monday - Friday 10am & 1pm
Saturdays we offer 10am, 1pm & 3:30pm
See Booking Calendar for specific availability.
*Note: Exact time frame of your trip will vary depending on current water levels on the day of your trip. Higher water levels= faster trip down the river. Lower levels = slower trip down the river. Total trip time includes transportation and safety instruction.
Groups
River’s End Rafting caters to any group. Whether you’re planning a unique birthday party, family reunion, scouting activity, or something new for a church group, we can help you turn your plans into a reality. If your group is very large, give us a call and we will set you up with a special group rate!
RER group rates kick in with a group size of 12 or more people (must be booked and paid for in one transaction) Our group discount is $10 off our regular price per person for groups of 12 or more, and $12 off per person for groups of 30 or more! The bigger your booking, the more you save!
HARDSHELL whitewater KAYAKING
Learn the basics of whitewater kayaking!
Whitewater Kayaking is by far the most exciting and rewarding sport to have ever graced Mother Earth with its presence! We may be a little bit bias, but we are very confident that you will understand once you try this amazing adventure. Everyone agrees that our particular stretch of river is perfect for learning and perfecting the sport of Kayaking. With plenty of flatwater, forgiving rapids, and amazing terrain, you will greatly benefit from getting your start with RER.
We have taken the traditional Kayak School and ramped it up to make it an exclusive personalized one on one experience with our experienced instructors. We believe that it takes this kind of experience to really understand and learn to LOVE this sport.
We provide everything! Instruction, transportation, & equipment. Now all we need is you!
Come join us for an experience of a lifetime on the perfect section of the river. The first half of the day is Basic Training and the second half you will run the river! Bring your own equipment or borrow some from us!
*We have currently put kayak lessons on hold due to the high water, they’ll be back soon!
Water Levels (CFS)
150-450 = Low Water- Perfect boulder viewing conditions!
451- 650 = Still on the lower end, but fun! Like bumper boats! But with rafts!
651-800 = Starting to get very wet in the rapids!
801-1000 = Ok, that’s better! Lots of fun waves appearing!
1001-2500 = Fantastic (Some would argue PERFECT!) Rafting conditions!
2501-3500 = Wow we are really moving now! Fantastic rafting!! Was that trip shorter than I remember?
3501-4000+ = Really fast water. Rapids start to change locations and size. Large holes and wave trains! Trip is quick and full of adrenaline!
All water levels and trip durations have the potential of being very fun! It’s all perspective and attitude! In the words of Hannah Montana, “Life’s what you make it, so lets make it rock!”