White Water Rafting Trips for Dad and his Boy,
Brothers, Sisters, Family and Friends
Making unforgettable memories with family and friends.
Unforgettable Whitewater journey into the High country.
Rafting Australia offers safe, thrilling, and unforgettable white-water rafting journeys tailored for active families, welcoming everyone from eager novices to seasoned adventurers.
Rafting Australia and Brighton Grammar piloted what has become a highly successful Father Son bonding program, inspired by the work of Dr Arne Rubenstein, an Australian expert in rites of passage for adolescents. For the past 12 years, we have been privileged to share this program with fathers and sons from Brighton Grammar, as well as larger groups seeking the same meaningful family experience.
We realised this experience should be open to everyone
What we offer gives all families the same opportunity to connect through a shared bonding experience.
Whether it’s father and son, mother and daughter, grandparents, aunties, uncles, or the whole family, these are the people you want to spend time with and we’d love to share this bonding experience with you.
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Now is the time to Book Your Mitta Mitta Rafting Experience
Disconnect from screens and reconnect as a family in the heart of Victoria’s pristine alpine wilderness. Rafting Australia offers safe, thrilling, and unforgettable white-water rafting journeys tailored for all families, welcoming everyone from eager novices to seasoned adventurers.
Choose Your Mitta Mitta River Journey
Every trip includes high-quality river equipment.
Our Spring trips on the Mitta gorge include – wetsuits, jumpers, wet boots, spray jackets, helmets, and hi-float buoyancy vest, transport to and from the river, highly experienced friendly guides, all river equipment and a delicious riverside lunch.
Our Summer trips on the Lower Mitta river include – spray jackets, helmets, and hi-float buoyancy vest, highly experienced friendly guides, all river equipment and a delicious lunch at the Rotunda in Mitta township.
| Trip Name | Best For | Rapid Grade | Age/Size Rule | Meeting Details & Timing | Price (AUD) |
| Mitta Mitta Gorge Adventure | Active families wanting a full alpine gorge immersion with over 60 rapids. | Grades 2 – 4 | Children 30kg and over | 8:30 AM at the Hinnomunjie Base (10 mins from Omeo) | $300 (1 Day) $520 (2 Days) |
| Mitta Valley Adventure | Families looking for a softer experience, later start time and some summertime fun. | Grades 2 – 4 | Children 25kg and over | 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM at the Mitta Mitta Township Park Rotunda | $300 per person |
A safe Family Adventure will bring us together.
Family Safety First
We understand that nothing matters more than the peace of mind of parents. We ensure a secure environment through:
• Expert Supervision: Every raft is directed by internationally experienced, professional river guides.
• Comprehensive Gear: Premium, clean, and warm safety gear custom-fitted to adults and kids alike.
• Full Briefings: Complete land-based paddling and swift-water safety practice before entering the river.
• Wilderness Security: All guides have been qualified in Wilderness First Aid and carry emergency satellite communications.
Secure Your Family Raft
Spring trips are run over the weekends with the option to secure a private booking midweek for groups of 10+
Summer trips are run over the summer school holiday period on most days, on a first in best dressed basis.
Groups of 24 or more can reserve the entire trip for either a one- or two-day booking.
“Live your other life” connection, communicate and grow with your son & daughter
An Expedition to Grow from
The Excitement of Rafting + Camping + real time together = Bonding
Anyone can do this!
Its so simple almost as simple as most raft guides!!
Plan an unforgettable white-water journey together into the High Country.
Rafting Australia and Brighton Grammar piloted what has now become a very successful Father Son bonding program based on the work of Dr Arne Rubenstein an Australian expert on rites of passage for adolescents. The program aims to give Fathers and Sons a “kick start” to develop their bond and develop a trusting Male community.
Dr Arne’s philosophies are simple-
“Boys need their fathers,” says Rubinstein, “but we are currently living in one of the most ‘under-fathered’ time in history. Dads spend an average of less than one hour a day with their sons.”
In his book, The Making of Men, Rubinstein discusses how dads (or uncles, grandfathers or male family friends if dad isn’t around) can build their relationship with their son as he grows up from a boy to become a man. His advice to fathers includes:
- Share your stories
- Honor and recognise your son’s gifts and talents
- Take him along when you spend time with your mates
- Spend one-on-one time together with no interruptions
- Create a shift in the balance of power (really listen to what your son has to say).
Often, it’s the simple things that help bring father and son closer together.
Our programs work on the same simple non-structured theme:
- Time with your son in a challenging and inspirational environment away from the demands of the electronic world.
- An opportunity to share stories, and make new ones.
- A supportive environment where boys and dads can share their experiences with the larger men’s community.
- Recognise each other’s achievements during the weekend and in life.
We also believe that this program offers Father and Sons an opportunity to connect, in the hope that the strengthened bonds and shared experiences can result in positive change in the home or in a real world environment. Time is the key to strengthening your relationship.
Dr Arne Rubenstein
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