If you enjoy kayaking, as stars like Ben Affleck and other celebs have been spotted doing around the world, then chances are you need to visit one of the rivers on this list. While ocean kayaking can be awesome, nothing beats the adventure of a river. Of course, there are tons of other rad river experiences you can have, including rafting, hiking, and fishing.
In short, this list is for those who really want to embrace Mother Nature's best rivers around the globe. Luckily, very few of the destinations on this list are U.S. rivers that are endangered and should be enjoyed before it's too late. But that doesn't mean that we shouldn't race out and experience them as soon as possible.
Without further ado, here are 10 stunning river experiences around the world, according to stars.
10 Whitewater Rafting In Jackson Hole, Wyoming With Shameless' Emmy Rossum
Jackson Hole, Wyoming may not qualify as one of the most dangerous places in the world that only the bravest visit, but it certainly has an extreme sport that isn't for the faint of heart. While whitewater rafting on the rapids on Jackson Hole is full-on, many companies provide safe but exciting opportunities to do it. According to Galuxsee, Shameless and Phantom of the Opera star Emmy Rossum was one of the brave souls who traversed this choppy, wide, and very deep river.
9 Katy Perry And Neil Patrick Harris Check Out Argentina's Amazing Iguazu Falls On The Upper And Lower Iguazu River
Argentina's Iguazu Falls should be on your bucket list since it's unlike any waterfall on Earth. Celebrities like popstar Katy Perry and Matrix 4 star Neil Patrick Harris have visited this outstandingly gorgeous location, according to Galuxsee. They've both hiked up the side of the lower and upper Iguazu River in order to check out the insanely beautiful waterfall. The travel destination can be found on the Argentinian border of the provinces of Misiones and the Brazilian state of Paraná.
8 The Kardashians And Beyonce Visited A Very Different Waterfall On Skógá River In Iceland
Kim Kardashian, along with her sister Kourtney Kardashian and friend Jonathan Cheban, found out that the waterfalls on the Skógá River are so numerous that it's almost overwhelming. In particular, the Skógafoss waterfall on the river is one of the most impressive natural attractions in all of Iceland. It can be found in the southern area of the country. It also has a hiking trail that leads up to the pass Fimmvörðuháls between the glaciers Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull. According to Galuxsee, Beyonce and Jay-Z threw up the Roc-A-Fella Records hand sign while visiting shortly after Tony Hawk also took in the sights.
7 Oh, There's Olaf Fishing On Snake River, Wyoming
Here's Frozen's Olaf, AKA Josh Gad, enjoying a "perfect day of fishing" with his friend on Snake River in Wyoming. According to Galuxsee, the Murder on the Orient Express star visited the river in May 2017. There he watched the birds circling overhead, hiked, and, yes, caught a few fish. Snake River is one of the largest rivers of the greater Pacific Northwest region in the United States. According to psc.org, it's over 1,078 miles long and is the largest tributary of the Columbia River which empties out into the Pacific Ocean.
6 Shay Mitchell Found Some Of The Most Peaceful River Rafting On The Navua River In Fiji
Pretty Little Liars and You star Shay Mitchell is an incredibly avid traveler, but she claims that white river rafting on the Navua River in Fiji was one of the highlights of her life so far. According to Galuxsee, the gorgeous brunette was there in July 2016. Thanks to amazing guides, Shay was taken into the river system on the island of Viti Levu which, in parts, it extraordinarily narrow. According to Oars.com, these guides tours take you through the scenic and rugged mountain country and includes a Class II-III whitewater rafting experience that brings you up close with giant ferns, vines, and countless waterfalls.
5 Fly Fishin' With Andy Cohen On The Madison River In Montana
Now that Andy Cohen is a new father, it's doubtful that he'll have much time for fly-fishing on the Madison River. But, according to Galuxsee, the Bravo star and business mogul enjoyed a trip to beautiful Montana in June 2016. There he did some fly fishing, which is THE thing to do on the Madison River. The river itself is approximately 183 miles long and travels through both Montana and the state of Wyoming. Its confluence with the Jefferson River and Gallatin River near Three Forks is what forms the Missouri River.
4 Zac Efron Does What Every Cool AF Person Does In Los Angeles, Wander The River Canal
If you've seen the movie Drive, you'd know that traveling down the Los Angeles River is truly magical, at least in a suped-up sportscar with Ryan Gosling at the wheel. But the river isn't always bare like it was in the movie. Zac Efron knows this well, as he's been spotted fishing fon there, according to Galuxsee. The LA River, which has its headwaters in the Simi Hills and Santa Susana Mountains, flows nearly 51 miles from Canoga Park through the San Fernando Valley, through Downtown Los Angeles, and into Long Beach. It's also great for jogging and hiking, as Kristen Bell, Dax Shepard, and Jamie Chung have all found out.
3 Found That Boating On The Hudson River In New York Is Like Exploring A Floating Museum
The Hudson River is one of the most accessible rivers in North America. And that has to do with the fact that it runs right through New York City and most of the Five Burroughs. According to HudsonRiverPark.org, it's a total of 315 miles long and flows from north to south primarily through eastern New York. In the city, there are tons of adventures to be had along the river. According to Galuxsee, Justin Timberlake celebrated Father's Day with his son while floating along the river. Of course, you can also stand-up paddleboard like Jason Biggs did, kayak, or go on a booze cruise with Kevin McHale.
2 Fancy Restaurants And Hotel Boat Experiences With Priyanka Chopra Down The Vltava River In Czech Republic
According to The London Foreign Press, dining gon the floating hotel boat restaurant on the Vltava River is absolutely magical. Seems like Nick Jonas' wife, and Matrix 4 star, Priyanka Chopra agrees with this fully. She was spotted sitting out on the longest river within the Czech Republic in June 2017. The river itself runs southeast along the Bohemian Forest, north across Bohemia, though through Český Krumlov, České Budějovice and Prague, and finally merging with the Elbe at Mělník.
1 Cindy Crawford And Rande Gerber Do What All Rich People Do And Sail Down The Amazon
We all know the Amazon is the most famous river in the world (sorry, Nile) and that it can provide us with some truly magnificent experiences. Sailing down it is a favorite pastime for traveling celebrities such as supermodel Cindy Crawford and her business mogul husband, Rande Gerber. According to Galuxsee, the couple spent their 2016 Thanksgiving weekend on a cruise through the Amazon rainforest. There are many ways to enjoy The Amazon River beyond the fancy private cruise that Cindy and Rande took, including larger tours, kayaking, and hiking. The Amazon is truly a bucket list adventure.