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Make The Most Out of Your Weekend Getaway With Idaho’s Thrill Seeking Company, Hammer Down River Excursions

Last updated February 24, 2022 by Mariah Hebbeln

Looking for a thrill? Or to experience the scenic landscape of the Snake and Salmon rivers? Hammer Down River Excursions is your next must-try Idaho experience! From exhilarating jet boat tours to all-day wanderings through Hells Canyon, you can sit back, take in the sites, and get a glimpse at one of Idaho’s most renown areas.

Idaho has some world-class rivers and Hammer Down River Excursions' Owner Homer Brown and his team know how to get you deep into the Idaho canyons with ease. Using his fleet of professional jet boats, guests get access to some of Idaho’s wildest and most remote areas.

When booking your trip, there are several options to choose from, ranging from thrilling to relaxing. Trips explore the Lower Salmon River or the Snake River in Hells Canyon. Whichever river you choose to tour, you can sit back and watch 32 miles of wild river pass you by.

Read the blog for tips on how to plan your trip with Hammer Down River Excursions.

Hammer Down River Excursions | Totally Boise 2022 Spring Mag
Hammer Down River Excursions | Totally Boise 2022 Spring Mag

Find Your Own Private Idaho with Thrill Seeking Company, Hammer Down River Excursions

Idaho has some world-class rivers and Hammer Down River Excursions' Owner Homer Brown and his team know how to get you deep into the Idaho canyons with ease. Using his fleet of professional jet boats, guests get access to some of Idaho’s wildest and most remote areas.

These excursions are truly the most magical way to see the natural Idaho landscape and come with the added excitement of traveling by jet boat. The Snake and Salmon Rivers have a long reaching history, being one of the most used modes of transportation for Idaho settlers.

A trip to this enchanted piece of Idaho is heaven on Earth. Not only will you discover the history from the land's first native inhabitants and the later settlers, but you will also be side by side with the abundant wildlife. The Hammer Down crew can get fishermen up-close and personal with fish like Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass and Sturgeon, to name a few. There is also a good chance to encounter deer, bears, sheep and elk while cruising down the fresh blue waters of the Snake and Salmon Rivers.

To experience your own thrilling river excursion, Homer Brown has shared how to have an action-packed weekend with Hammer Down River Excursions in White Bird, Idaho.

Check out this full list of Hammer Down River Excursion tours:

Hells Canyon Dam Tour

Explore the deepest canyon in North America while jetting through class 1-5 white water rapids via jet boat. Heading up the Wild River section of the Snake River to Hells Canyon Dam, you’ll get an up close view of the dam from below. The tour takes on average 6 hours to complete and lunch is provided. This tour can be enjoyed year-round. All our boats are covered and have heaters for the cooler months.

Scenic River Tour

For a calmer ride, the scenic tour is all about soaking up the views, history and taking your time in the canyon. Your tour will take you all the way to the Cache Creek Historic Museum, which doubles as a lunch stop. This tour is also about 6 hours long and is available year-round.

Salmon River Dinner Cruise

Sit back, cast your line, take a swim before savoring a delicious dinner on the beach. Your boat captain will take you and your party to a secluded beach on the Salmon River where a private dinner will be expertly prepared for you. Once you’re full, take the rest of your time to see the landscape, wildlife, and fish.

Power Hour Tour

Taking just about an hour, this tour will run you through the lower Salmon River. Enjoy the canyon from the river point of view. Savor sections with no roads and highways, true Idaho wilderness. It’s the quickest tour offered and fastest way to pack in a lot of natural beauty on a tight schedule.

What you can expect to see on a tour:

  • Native Idaho wildlife, including
    • Deer
    • Bears
    • Elk
    • Bighorn sheep
    • Mountain goats
  • Petroglyphs 
  • Historical sites

Transport & Jetback

This is the perfect service for any backpacking hikers or white water rafters, looking to get access to deeper parts of the Salmon River or Hells Canyon. For a fee, they can transport your party and equipment where you need to go.

When booking your trip, there are several options to choose from, ranging from thrilling to relaxing. Trips explore the Lower Salmon River or the Snake River in Hells Canyon. Whichever river you choose to tour, you can sit back and watch 32 miles of wild river pass you by.

These tours are perfect for bachelor weekends, family vacations, reunions and corporate events! An exclusive feature of a Hammer Down River Excursion is that the boats can hold up to 24 guests, giving you a more personal and relaxing experience. Large groups can enjoy having a boat completely to themselves. Trips can be customized with fishing and beach time.

Hammer Down River Excursions | Totally Boise 2022 Spring Mag
Hammer Down River Excursions | Totally Boise 2022 Spring Mag

Where to Stay in White Bird, Idaho

White Bird is an incredibly scenic city in Central Idaho that holds hundreds of years of history. It’s mixture of sprawling hills, roaring rivers, and quaint forests are a sight that can’t be missed.

Hammer Down River Excursions | Totally Boise 2022 Spring Mag
Hammer Down River Excursions | Totally Boise 2022 Spring Mag

Where to Find Food and Drinks in White Bird, Idaho

When you aren’t on the water ripping it up or hooking fish with Hammer Down River Excursions, you can find plenty of tasty bites, adult beverages and entertainment at these White Bird establishments. Here you might find the locals drinking Keystone and singing karaoke together.

  • Wildside Steakhouse and Saloon
  • Silver Dollar Bar 
  • Red’s River Cafe
  • Canyon House

The Hammer Down experience is a quintessential Idaho experience for any group. These outings are one of the best ways to easily see some of the most remote parts of Idaho and have a blast while doing it!

To book your tour, fishing trip or boat transportation, head to the Hammer Down River Excursion website below!

Website: hdriverexcursions.com

Be sure to follow them on their social channels!

Facebook: @HammerDownRiverExcursions

Instagram: @hammerdownriverexcursions

Hammer Down River Excursions | Totally Boise 2022 Spring Mag
Hammer Down River Excursions | Totally Boise 2022 Spring Mag

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