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General Information (Banff, Canmore/Kananaskis)
For scenery and excitement, book a river rafting tour. The Bow River has both good float trips and intermediate whitewater (Horseshoe Canyon); the Kananaskis River offers more excitement for novices; the remote Kootenay River is ideal for families; and the turbulent Kicking Horse River is a true whitewater adventure. |
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Guided trips for all ages and abilities. Challenge Run on class 3 Sunwapta (Stoney Indian meaning turbulent river) has steep gradient and technical rapids (4 hrs, 9:30 am and 1:30 pm, $99). Mile 5 Run (2 hrs, 9 am and 3 pm, $64, -13 $32) and Heritage Run (3 hrs, 11:30 am, $89, -13 $44.50) on class 2 Athabasca Canadian Heritage River has calm stretches and small lively rapids aboard 8 to 10 passenger paddle rafts. Rearguard Run on the class 3 Fraser has Mt Robson views and large, powerful rapids (5 hrs, 9:30 am, 1:30 pm, $99). Athabasca float and 2-day trips. Remote 3-day class 4 Kakwa trip. Small, self-bailing rafts, licensed guides, wet suits, life jackets, paddles, helmets and transport.
Address: Maligne Office, 616 Patricia St Jasper AB CAN T0E 1E0
 Send an Email (253)  1 780 852-3370
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Guided paddle rafting emphasizes fun and learning. All gear (even water cannons) provided. Half day Whitewater Experience (10 am/1:30 pm, $69, $59 group/yth) is suitable for first-timers and families; choose Kananaskis or Elbow River with grade 2-3 rapids, or Bow River/Horseshoe Canyon with ledges and grade 2-4 rapids ($79, $69 group/yth). Full Day Whitewater Rafting with lunch combines the Kananaskis and Bow River/Horseshoe Canyon (10 am, $129, $119 group/yth), or raft the Red Deer River (9:30 am, $119, $109 group/yth). Saddle & Paddle (9:30 am, $145) includes horseback ride, BBQ steak lunch and Kananaskis rafting. Riding & Rafting (9:30 am, $159, $145 group/yth) is a mountain bike ride, lunch and Kananaskis rafting. Hiking & Rafting (9:30 am, $139, $125 group/yth) is a guided hike, lunch and Kananaskis rafting. Turf & Surf is 9 holes of golf (with cart) and Kananaskis rafting (10:30 am, $129, $119 group/yth).
Address: Fort Chiniki, Hwy 1 W of Hwy 40 (Banff/Canmore shuttle available), 1-877-999-7238. Bragg Creek AB CA T0L 0K0
Send an Email (107) 1 403 949-3305
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White Water Voyageurs
Offers whitewater rafting on self-bailing boats. Boots, gloves and wetsuits are provided as is a shuttle from Calgary, Banff and Lake Louise. White Water Voyageurs guide has fifteen years experience. Tours are video equipped and meals are arranged. Custom tours possible as are accommodation reservations.
Address: Box 1983 Golden Alberta V0A 1H0
1 250 344-7335
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Kananaskis River Adventures Ltd.
Experience introductory whitewater rafting on the Kananaskis River, class I-III rapids. Great for first-timers and families, kids 6 yrs. and older are welcome. $55 adults, kids rates available. 10 am and 1:30 pm departures daily from Kananaskis Village. 9:45 am and 1:15 pm departures from Canmore. May 6th-September 30th.
Address: Box 233, Delta Lodge at Kananaskis, Kananaskis Village AB T0L 0H0
1 403 591-7773
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Rocky Mountain Raft Tours
Scenic float trips on the Bow River below Bow Falls aboard comfortable oar rafts are for all ages. 1-hr Hoodoo Tour departs daily 9:20 am, 11:20 pm, 1:20 pm and 3:20 pm ($40, -16 $20). Return transport (free) leaves Banff Park Lodge 20 min prior with Fairmont Banff Springs hotel pick-ups. 3-hr Bow River Safari departs 3:30 pm daily June, July and Aug ($80, -16 $40). Bring a warm layer, hat, water, sunglasses and camera. Tickets in advance, or at the launch site where the Spray and Bow rivers meet Map 3, 19L. Send an Email (31)
1 403 762-3632
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Rocky Mountain River Guides
Quality rafting adventures since 1990--rain or shine. Class 2 Athabasca River Mile 5 run is a scenic, lively ride (2 hrs, 9 am/3:30 pm/5:30 pm; $59, $29.50 -12). Class 2 Athabasca Canyon Run starts below the falls (3 hrs, 11:30 am/3:30 pm; $79, $39.50 -12). Class 3 Sunwapta River has the most rapids and is their most popular trip (3 hrs+, 8:30 am/12:30 pm/2:30 pm; $89, for those 90 lbs+). Transport, gear, federally licensed guides and heated indoor change facility included.
Address: Book at Edge Control, 626 Connaught Dr, 1-866-952-3777 Jasper AB
Send an Email (82) 1 780 852-3777
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Hunter Valley Adventure Tours
For more than 35 years we offer Whitewater rafting and canoeing on Upper Red Deer River to clients from Alberta, Canada and World. Combination trips with rafting, trail riding, canoeing, kayaking and hiking up to 14 days.
Address: PO Box 310 Water Valley AB TOM 2EO
Send an Email (146) 1 403 637-2777
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Adventures in Rafting, Canoeing, Kayaking and Hiking
Offering half to three day rafting trips on the Upper Red Deer River, southwest of Sundre. Also choose from canoeing and kayaking trips from two to fourteen days, hiking trips from one to five days or trailrides from two hours to ten days.
Address: Box 310 Water Valley AB T0M 2E0
Send an Email (85) 1 403 637-2777
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Canadian Rockies Rafting Co.
Canadian Rockies Rafting offers river tours for all ages and abilities. Rafting tours are available from Banff, Canmore and Calgary. Enjoy a scenic float on the Bow River to a Full day of Whitewater on The Kicking Horse.
Address: Box 8082 Canmore A Canada T1W 2T8
Send an Email (29) 1 403 678-6535
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Whitewater Rafting
Canada's original whitewater company (est 1971) offers trips aboard 2 to 8-person paddle rafts. Parks licensed guides, wet suits, booties, life-jackets and rain gear provided. Class 2 Athabasca River with round trip transport from Jasper is suitable for all: Mile 5 (2 hrs; 10 am, 1 pm, 4 pm; $59, 6-12 $29.50; 3rd child+ $14.50), and Athabasca Falls (3-3.5 hrs; 9 am, 1 pm; $79, 6-12 $39.50; 3rd child+ $19.75). Trips depart the RV parking lot across from Stan Wright industrial park (Map 5, 18N). For the more adventurous, class 3 Sunwapta River 2-hr run departs Hwy 93 staging area (1 pm and 3:30 pm; $79, min age 14). Private, custom trips on request. Reserve at Jasper Adventure Centre, Chaba Threatre, 604 Connaught Dr Map 5, 16N; Jasper Little Store, 618 Connaught Dr Map 5, 16N; or Spa/Pool, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Map 5, 7I. 1-800-557-7238 or Send an Email (185)
1 780 852-7238
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Sunset Guiding & Outfitting Inc.
Specializing in a relaxing western excursion in the spectacular Alberta Rockies at Panther River Retreat or Dormer Mountain Tent Camp. Cabins, campground, RV park and excursion camps. Rafting, photography, youth camps, fishing, wagon trips, and winter holidays.
Address: Box 1800 Sundre AB TOM 1X0
1 403 637-2361
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Banff Rafting Centre
Half day paddle rafting adventures depart Nakoda Lodge, 1 hr east of Banff townsite—optional Banff and Canmore shuttle $10. Bow River Horseshoe Canyon includes grade 4 whitewater and cliff jumping option (9 am; $76). Kananaskis River features grade 2 and 3 rapids and offers novices a thrilling and fun introduction to whitewater (1:45 pm; $71, 5-15 $46). Class 3 and 4 Highwood River trip with buffet lunch go May and June ($125, min age 16). The Centre also books excursions on the mighty Kicking Horse River.
Address: Sundance Mall, 215 Banff Ave
1 403 763-2007
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Mukwah Tours - The Whitewater Specialists
At Mukwah, the adrenaline rush of a day of whitewater is just the beginning. The base camp located on the bank of the picturesque Panther River, offers all the ingredients for a successful "recovery" from the river adventure.
Address: 202 - 17th St. NW Drumheller AB T0J 0Y1
Send an Email (15) 1 403 823-0456
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