My husband and I took our two kids (ages 9 & 5) on a guided tour. The tour guides were awesome from start to finish, telling jokes, making sure we all knew what to do and what not to do, giving us facts about the area, and making sure we had a great time! At no time was I worried about our youngest. The ensured everyone had all the proper gear on and stuck him in the front, middle of the raft (where you get drenched by the way). It was all laugh and smiles the entire time. We rafted on a cooler day in June and the water was still very cold, but with wet suits provided, our experience was great. Two hours was the proper amount of time for us as a family. I would highly recommend again for a family event! Arthur was our guide and he was great, although I feel any of them would have been great!