Things to do in Chelan

1. Self-guided audio driving tour of North Cascades National Park

Download a self-guided audio tour to explore North Cascades National Park at your pace, with GPS-triggered stories along the route.

2. Wenatchee River family float trip

Three hours on the Wenatchee River — a gentle float past orchards with swimming spots, suitable for children aged five and up.

“It was a fantastic afternoon spent on the river. The staff was very professional and friendly, making the experience enjoyable and safe. I will certainly go rafting with them again.”— John_C

3. Whitewater rafting and brewery tour on the Wenatchee River

Full-day tour: whitewater rafting followed by visits to three Wenatchee breweries, including dinner.

“An extraordinary experience! It was an incredibly fun (and WET) day on the river with fantastic guides, followed by a wonderful afternoon with our team and the crew enjoying beers. The venues were excellent, featuring great beer and snacks. We capped off the day with dinner, a large fire, and even more delightful camaraderie. It was a remarkable day with remarkable people, definitely worth the cost!”— scottbX9783QF

4. Wenatchee River whitewater rafting and winery tour

Half-day of whitewater rafting followed by visits to three local wineries, guided transport included.

“This experience was outstanding and exceeded my expectations. The entire staff was highly knowledgeable both on the river and elsewhere. I appreciate the incredible memories made for my best friend's birthday. Special thanks to our river guide Keelan and our land guide Don. I will definitely return.”— D8533QDtiffanym

5. Self-guided driving audio tour of North Cascades

Explore the North Cascades by car with an audio guide, highlighting history and scenic views along the route.

“The ultimate way to experience a road trip. My sister and I enjoy traveling by car, but often we admire the views without understanding the locations. This self-guided tour allowed us to appreciate both the scenery and the history behind it. We connected my phone to the car radio, enabling everyone to enjoy stories, historical insights, and other interesting information. I’m eager to find more tours for our next road trip.”— PHN74

6. 15-mile jet boat ride in Wenatchee with media package

30 to 50 minutes on the water — thrilling jet boat turns, views of Wenatchee and Columbia Rivers, Rocky Reach Dam, plus photos and video included.

“My spouse and I, both in our 60s, had a fantastic time with Wiley, who made us feel youthful again. The boat ride was enjoyable and thrilling. He took the time to point out and explain various sights, including spotting some bald eagles. We highly recommend this experience to everyone.”— tdumyahn56

7. Columbia River jet boat ride in Wenatchee

Ten to twenty minutes on the Columbia River — thrilling spins, scenic views, and an optional media package for video and photos.

“We attempted to cancel our booking just two hours after making it, as the website indicated we could. Given that my husband’s 69th birthday is on 6/12/25, we opted out after further consideration. However, we found we couldn’t cancel online and were instructed via text to contact the third-party booking company. Our attempts to reach them were unsuccessful, with no responses to our texts. We believe we are entitled to a full refund.”— 960sherelleg

8. Private Columbia River boat cruise from Leavenworth

Two hours on the Columbia River — scenic cruise under the US 2 Bridge and insights at Rocky Reach Dam, all in a private charter with a professional captain.

“We had a wonderful afternoon on the river, enriched by Wiley's extensive knowledge about the area and the river itself. It was an experience we truly enjoyed.”— D8478QWronniem