Enjoy an Adventurous River Tubing Trip
Enjoy a river tubing trip down the scenic Raccoon River with Raccoon River Excursions. We are only a few minutes from Des Moines. We have been in business for over 13 years!
Important Information About Our Float Trips
- Float trips can vary based on the river levels and the section of the river we're using
- The trips can last anywhere from 2 to 7 hours. We try to ensure that they last for 4 to 5 hours on an average
- Call us in advance if you want to know the rough estimate of how long the river is running
- Book your trip in advance to get the desired time slots and dates
- We are open on Saturdays and Sundays from mid May through mid September, depending on the river levels
- Groups are launched between 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
River Tubing Prices
- Regular tubes - $25 per person.
What this includes:
- Tube to float on
- Cooler tube ( 1 for every 5 people)
- Twine
- Life jacket if requested
- Shuttle on our party bus
- Trash bucket (1 per 8 people)
Tubing trips are available only on Saturdays and Sundays. Exceptions are available for groups of 25 and more when booked at least 2 weeks in advance.
Pick up from Dallas County Fairground campground and Island Park campground is ONLY available if you're camping there. 12:30 pick up only at campgrounds.
Refund and Cancellation Policy
- Refunds are not issued if you fail to show up on the day or if you cancel less than 72 hours before the date.
- Full refund is issued for all cancellations before 72 hours of the booked date.
- If we cancel in the event of unfavorable harsh weather (flash flood warning, lightning, tornado watch, heavy downpour, etc.,) we will issue full refunds to everyone.
How River Tubing With Us Works
- Give us an accurate head count of your group
- Book your date and time slot
- If you are camping we will pick you up at your campsite (Campground pick up times are designated on the online booking page for campers only).
- If you are not camping we will give you directions to the current pick up location that we are using at that time. Do not book online for a campground pick up time slot if you are not camping.
- Please reach the pick up site 15 to 20 minutes in advance.
- For cash payments, ensure that you carry cash. (Not necessary for online bookings.)
- We'll drive you to the location.
- Pick a tube to float on.
- Our team will help you tie a cooler tube if needed (please don't bring small, fabric, soft sided, or styrofoam coolers).
- Head down to the water's edge when you're ready.
- When all your group is ready just hop on and have fun
- When you see the exit location, head to that side of the river.
- Our team will be there to help you untie the tubes.
- Place the tube by the bus and get on the bus.
- We'll drive you back to your vehicle or campsite.
What You Should Bring
- Water shoes
- Sunscreen
- Cheap sunglasses
- A cooler to hold you and your group's snacks & drinks
- Please do not bring the smaller coolers, styrofoam, or soft sided coolers. The bigger coolers are best.
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