Rafting Trip Minimum Age
We compared 116 rafting trips in 10 destinations. The minimum age for rafting trips ranges from any age to 17. 22 tours take children of any age. 31 tours accept children under 6.
By destination
| Destination | Minimum age | Tours stating it |
|---|---|---|
| Bali Indonesia | all ages to 17+ | 33 of 33 |
| Antalya Turkey | all ages to 13+ | 24 of 24 |
| Montego Bay Jamaica | all ages to 17+ | 20 of 20 |
| Phuket Thailand | all ages to 4+ | 16 of 16 |
| La Fortuna Costa Rica | 5+ to 12+ | 9 of 9 |
| Cairns Australia | 6+ to 13+ | 5 of 5 |
| Queenstown New Zealand | 3+ to 13+ | 5 of 5 |
| Interlaken Switzerland | 10+ to 14+ | 2 of 2 |
| Kauai Hawaii, USA | 7+ to 7+ | 1 of 1 |
| Crete Greece | 9+ to 9+ | 1 of 1 |
Youngest ages accepted
Questions
How old do you have to be for a rafting trip?
It depends on the operator: minimum ages run from no minimum to 17 across 116 tours.
Which rafting trip is best for young children?
Private Montego Bay Bamboo Rafting with Limestone Foot Massage by CarvilleToursJa has the lowest minimum age (all ages) and 206 reviews.
How up to date is this information?
We last checked these listings on 2026-11-02 and re-check every listing monthly. Operators can change their rules, so confirm before you book.