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Adventure Tours in Bend, Oregon

Discover Bend, Oregon like never before with Bend Backcountry’s guided adventure tours! From rafting and hiking to paragliding, bungee jumping, rock climbing, skydiving, and BASE jumping, we help you experience Central Oregon’s natural beauty and adrenaline-packed activities safely and memorably. Whether you’re a family seeking outdoor fun, a beginner exploring new hobbies, or a thrill-seeker chasing your next adventure, Bend Backcountry provides expert guidance and personalized tours tailored to your interests and skill level.

Bend is a hub for adventure. With stunning rivers, volcanic landscapes, forest trails, and towering cliffs, it offers an unparalleled playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Bend Backcountry ensures you experience it all safely, with professional guidance, small group attention, and insider knowledge to make every day unforgettable.

Core Tours

Our core adventure tours focus on rafting and hiking, giving visitors the chance to explore Bend’s most iconic landscapes in a guided, safe, and fun way.

Rafting Tours:

  • Float the Deschutes or McKenzie Rivers on half-day or full-day trips

  • Gentle stretches for beginners or families, thrilling rapids for adventure-seekers

  • Learn paddling, teamwork, and river safety from certified guides

  • Scenic riverside views, wildlife spotting, and photo opportunities

Guided Hiking Tours:

  • Explore volcanic landscapes, pine forests, and canyon vistas

  • Routes tailored to skill level, pace, and group size

  • Family-friendly hikes, beginner trails, or more challenging adventures for experienced hikers

  • Guides share local knowledge, flora and fauna insights, and tips for safe navigation

Both tours are designed to provide a combination of excitement, scenery, and learning. Families can enjoy safe, memorable experiences, while thrill-seekers can challenge themselves on longer or more difficult routes.

Custom Adventure Guidance

In addition to rafting and hiking, Bend Backcountry offers custom adventure guidance for high-adrenaline activities:

  • Paragliding: Learn about the best launch sites, weather windows, and local instructors

  • Bungee Jumping: Expert advice on providers, safety protocols, and jump options

  • Skydiving: Local drop zones, gear recommendations, and timing tips

  • Rock Climbing: Indoor and outdoor options, route selection, and safety advice

  • BASE Jumping: Guidance on legal sites, safety equipment, and best practices

While these activities are often provided by third-party operators, our team provides trusted local knowledge, safety recommendations, and planning support so you can confidently include these adventures in your Bend itinerary. We help you combine your guided rafting or hiking tour with extreme adventures for a full day or multi-day adrenaline-packed experience.

Who It’s For

Adventure tours with Bend Backcountry are designed for:

  • Families looking for fun, safe, and memorable experiences

  • Friends or groups seeking shared outdoor adventures

  • Thrill-seekers chasing rafting, hiking, and extreme sports opportunities

  • First-time adventurers who want guidance and safety tips for new experiences

Trips are tailored to your group’s interests, experience level, and pace. Small group sizes allow guides to provide individual attention, making sure everyone feels confident and supported throughout the adventure. Whether you want a relaxing day on the river or a mix of guided tours and extreme activities, we can plan it for you.

Safety & Expertise

Safety and professional expertise are central to all Bend Backcountry tours. We provide:

  • Certified guides for rafting, hiking, and family-friendly adventures

  • Safety briefings and instructions tailored to your activity and group

  • All necessary safety gear for rafting, hiking, and guided activities

  • Local insight and vetted recommendations for third-party adventure activities

Even when recommending activities like paragliding or BASE jumping, our team ensures you have access to trusted providers, equipment tips, and safety information. Our goal is to give you confidence so you can fully enjoy every adventure in Bend without compromising safety.

Why Bend Backcountry

Choosing Bend Backcountry for your adventure tours comes with several advantages:

  • Small Groups: More personal attention, safety oversight, and flexibility

  • Expert Guides: Certified, experienced guides with extensive local knowledge

  • Local Knowledge: Insider tips for the best trails, rivers, and adventure activities

  • Unforgettable Experiences: Every tour is designed to create lasting memories

Whether you’re rafting, hiking, or trying paragliding, our guides focus on providing safe, fun, and memorable adventures. We aim to make your time in Bend seamless, exciting, and stress-free.

What to Bring

For a full day of adventure in Bend, we recommend bringing:

  • Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing for rafting, hiking, or other activities

  • Closed-toe shoes suitable for water or trail conditions

  • Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat for sun protection

  • Water and snacks to stay hydrated and energized

  • Towels and change of clothes if participating in water-based tours

Bend Backcountry provides all required safety gear for rafting and guided tours, including life vests, helmets, and route-specific equipment. For extreme sports like paragliding, skydiving, or BASE jumping, we provide guidance on recommended gear and trusted providers.

Seasonal Tips

Bend offers adventure year-round, but some activities vary by season:

  • Spring: Rivers are flowing with snowmelt, ideal for rafting and hiking wildflower trails

  • Summer: Warm weather, long days, and fully accessible rivers and trails for family-friendly adventures

  • Fall: Cooler temperatures, fewer crowds, and stunning foliage along riverbanks and hiking trails

  • Winter: Snow sports and winter hiking opportunities; some extreme activities limited by weather

Planning your adventure according to the season ensures the safest, most enjoyable, and most scenic experience. Guides can recommend the best combination of activities based on weather and group preferences.

FAQs

Q: Can families with children participate?
A: Yes! We offer family-friendly rafting and hiking tours, along with guidance for safe adventure activities for teens.

Q: Do I need prior experience for extreme activities?
A: No experience is necessary. We provide local insight, vetted providers, and safety guidance to help beginners participate safely.

Q: Are private tours available?
A: Yes! Private guided tours are available for families, friends, corporate groups, or special occasions.

Q: How long are tours?
A: Rafting and hiking tours range from half-day to full-day trips. Extreme activity guidance can be tailored to your schedule.

Q: Are all guides certified?
A: Yes! Our guides are trained and certified in river safety, first aid, hiking safety, and child supervision where applicable.

Q: Can I combine activities in one day?
A: Absolutely! We help plan itineraries that combine guided rafting, hiking, and extreme adventures for a full-day or multi-day experience.

Book Your Adventure Tour in Bend Today

Experience Bend, Oregon like never before! Join Bend Backcountry for guided rafting and hiking tours, or get insider local guidance for paragliding, bungee jumping, skydiving, BASE jumping, and rock climbing. Whether you’re a family, first-time adventurer, or thrill-seeker, we’ll help you plan the ultimate outdoor adventure day.

Learn more on our FAQ page and book your adventure today—Bend awaits!

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