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Activity Kootenay Rockies, Canada

Extreme Whitewater Rafting on Kicking Horse River

5.0 (88 reviews) 4 hours Free cancellation
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Extreme Whitewater Rafting on Kicking Horse River

About this activity

Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on the World Famous Kicking Horse River.

Rafting since 1976, we're the original company on the Kicking Horse River! Meet at our private riverside basecamp with easy access for this must do activity for travellers from Golden, Banff & Lake Louise.

Get geared up & ready for an adventure with more time outdoors and less time on the bus. We supply wetsuits, neoprene river booties, a splash jacket, helmet & lifejacket, as well as the best rafts in the industry!

Enjoy small, personalized trips led by experienced guides. No experience necessary — just be ready to paddle into your adventure. The trip allows the perfect combination of a short section of calm waters, then picks up until you’re getting soaked in continuous class III to IV+ rapids.

Just bring a swimsuit and towel — we’ll take care of the rest. Photos and souvenirs are available to help you remember the adventure.

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At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 26 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Kootenay River Runners

Ages: Adults (12–85 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Lifejacket
  • Included: Photographer
  • Included: River Shoes
  • Included: Professional guide
  • Included: Helmet
  • Included: Wetsuit

Not included

  • Not included: Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Not included: We are focusing on rafting, but feel free to pack a lunch and enjoy it before or after your trip at our private basecamp

Itinerary

  1. Kicking Horse River

    4 hours Admission included

    Our guides will meet you at Kootenay River Runners basecamp and then take you down the upper and middle canyon of the Kicking Horse River... ensuring you hit every good rapid along the way.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • All our Kicking Horse rafting trips start at the Kootenay River Runners Basecamp near Golden, BC

End point

  • All our Kicking Horse rafting trips start at the Kootenay River Runners Basecamp near Golden, BC

Using your ticket

  • Minimum age is 12 years
  • Please call 1-800-599-4399 to confirm trip 24 hrs before start time.
  • Cancellations within 48 hrs of trip will not receive a refund

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Minimum age is 12 years old

  • Minimum weight 90 lbs (41 kg)

  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.

  • Please bring a bathing suit and towel. For cold days, a fleece sweater is also recommended.

  • Do not bring jewelry, valuables, or cameras.

Traveller ratings

5.0 out of 5 · 88 reviews
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Extreme Whitewater Rafting on Kicking Horse River

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