RIVER TRIPS · RIVER RAFTING IN CANADA
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 5 river rafting in Canada worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Choose a 3 to 6.5-hour rafting trip on Golden’s Kicking Horse River. Guides such as Austin, Ryan, Steffi, and Carlos lead boats through Class III and IV rapids, with gear, shuttle service, and lunch on select tours.
“Austin was an amazing guide. Super fun! We had a great time! We recommend the full day! Food was excellent and staff was super helpful!”
Float about six miles down the Athabasca River with a licensed guide such as Finn, Owen, or Jacob at the oars. Expect calm stretches, small rapids, Jasper history, mountain views, and possible splashes. Lifejackets and ponchos are supplied, but bring clothes and shoes that can get wet.
“A great trip down the Athabasca River with our very skilled oarsman Joel. Very relaxing, nothing too strenuous and we didn't get too wet.”
Spend four hours rafting the Kananaskis River near Banff and Canmore, punching through 10-plus Class 2 and 3 rapids with an English-speaking guide such as Geoff, Sam, or Eoghann. You will get a wetsuit, helmet, life jacket, booties, splash jacket, transport to the river, and a drink afterward.
“Rafting was a lot of fun. Nelson was a great guide.”
Spend four hours rafting the Kananaskis River from Nakoda Lakeside Lodge, with 1.5 to 2 hours on the water. Guides such as Alex, Hazel, David, and Rachel keep beginners moving safely through Class 2 and 3 rapids, followed by a swim, snack, hot drink, and free online photos.
“David was an excellent guide with great stories about the River and area.”
Spend about four hours rafting 20 km of British Columbia’s Kicking Horse River with Hydra River Guides. You start on calm class-one water, practice paddling, then tackle class-four rapids. Guides such as Jaro, Kyle, Bill, and Hennessy are known for clear safety advice and good humor.
“Brilliant! Our guide (Kyle) has was superb - made sure everyone had a great time and never felt anything other than safe. Our family of 5 had an awesome trip down the river - hit some really decent rapids and got soaked! Set up at base camp is great - plenty of parking, places to change, hot showers and snacks. Don’t be put off by the necessary safety briefing - at no point on the trip did we feel unsafe or concerned. Fully recommend the trip and Hydra - thanks team👍”
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