Whitewater Rafting in Alaska, A Review of Flow AK at Sixmile Creek

If you're looking for something epic to do in Alaska, you've found it. Whitewater rafting in Alaska is an experience many people miss, although to be quite honest you really shouldn't. We were lucky enough to head out on our rafting adventure with Flow AK, just 20 miles from Anchorage, who took my husband and I on their 3 Canyon Sixmile Creek adventure - an epic rafting trip known for being one of the greatest whitewater runs in all of North America that takes you through the Chugach National Forest.

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What to Expect on Your Rafting Trip

Flow AK offers a few different options for rafting - they have scenic floats for families (towards the beginning of Sixmile Creek and out towards Turnagain Arm), and whitewater rafting Sixmile Creek for the adventurists. I'll be honest, Sixmile Creek is a tough river, and they even have a 12+ age limit due to the technicality of the canyons and falls. The rafting adventure begins near Hope, with a short bus ride from their store location to the river drop off point.

On the rafting trip, you'll go down 3 different canyons - each with a bit of a float break in between. Each canyon gets more technical and difficult as you progress, with the 1st canyon being a Class III and the last canyon being a Class V. Before beginning the trip, they will provide you with shoes, a dry suit, life jacket, helmet, and paddle. Each participant is also required to complete a short swim test in the river - you'll jump in and have to swim to the raft, as well as practice pulling someone into the boat. The entire rafting trip takes about 3 hours and is $200 per person. If you're looking for an incredible rafting trip in Alaska, this is it.

The exact rafting tour I went on : 
- Half Day 3 Canyon Six Mile Creek

My Honest Review of Flow AK

I'll be honest, I only truly recommend this trip if you are really looking for an epic Alaskan adventure - and an adrenaline rush! My husband and I had an incredible time, even though we both fell out and ended the trip a little bruised. But, we felt 100% safe with Flow AK and they definitely knew what they were doing - we were so thankful that they had prepared us beforehand so well!

It was also nice to know that their guides have the most combined experience overall compared to any other companies offering trips down the river. For the price, it was incredible, and the canyons were each so beautiful - we were really able to see a side of Alaska that most visitors don't ever get to see. Our guide also mentioned there was a chance of seeing wildlife like bears and moose on the river sides - although we weren't quite lucky enough. If you're unsure about this tour, I only recommend signing up if you're looking for an incredible adrenaline rush and once in a lifetime Alaskan adventure.

Watch my Rafting Adventure here!

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