Kananaskis River Rafting Adventure

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Kananaskis River Rafting Adventure — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Enjoy a beautiful day rafting down the picturesque Kananaskis River in Alberta, Canada. This day trip from Banff or Canmore will get you into a raft and cruising down for 1.5 - 2 hours on the turquoise waters of the Kananaskis River, one of Alberta’s most pristine waterways. This excursion is an ideal introduction to the thrill of whitewater rafting, and is great for families or groups on the class 1-3 rapids. Spot local wildlife and soak up Canada’s unparalleled beauty as you cruise down this beautiful river.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 9 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Discover Banff Tours

Ages: Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 4h duration (1.5 to 2 hour rafting adventure, with an optional swim at the end)
Included: All necessary equipment (wetsuits, lifejacket, helmet, rainjacket, wetsuit booties and gloves)
Included: Free photos of your rafting adventure available online
Included: Snacks
Included: Guide

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Food and drink, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Kananaskis Valley

2 hours

Listen as the professional guides explain how to paddle and give safety instructions for your epic 1.5 to 2 hour adventure down the Kananaskis River, which originates in the Canadian Rockies and flows 46 miles (74 km) before emptying into the Bow River.

Relax as you cruise along the calm parts of the river, taking in the scenery of craggy mountains and verdant trees. Keep an eye out for wildlife like eagles and other birds soaring overhead and bears or deer walking along the banks of the river.

But don’t relax for too long — this is still an adventurous river. Listen as your guide directs you to navigate the periodic rapids. Hang tight as you bump up and down over the white water as if it were an aquatic bronco. When your rafting adventure comes to an end, you’ll be rewarded with snacks and high-fives, before relaxing on the ride back to your starting point.
Chinook Rafting

4 hours

After pick-up from Banff or Canmore (optional), take a brief but picturesque ride through the Canadian countryside to the tour meeting point.

Once you've signed a waiver and geared up at the riverbase, you'll be transported in a comfortable bus to the riverbase to begin your whitewater rafting journey.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet at Nakoda Lakeside Lodge on Highway 1A between Morley and Exshaw, no later than 1:15pm. Please print driving directions from the website: http://chinookrafting.com/plan-and-book/directions-maps/

End point

Meet at Nakoda Lakeside Lodge on Highway 1A between Morley and Exshaw, no later than 1:15pm. Please print driving directions from the website: http://chinookrafting.com/plan-and-book/directions-maps/

Using your ticket

MEETING LOCATION:

Meet at Nakoda Lakeside Lodge on Highway 1A between Morley and Exshaw, no later than 1:15pm. Please print driving directions from the website: http://chinookrafting.com/plan-and-book/directions-maps/

Please be ready at least 15 minutes prior at the Riverbase Location.
You will need to hand this voucher to your guide at the commencement of the tour.
Wear your bathing suit and bring a towel and a change of clothes (warm sweater) for after your rafting trip.

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 the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The minimum number for tour to run is eight people. Minimum needed for transport is three people.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Minimum age is 5 years old. Minimum weight is 40 pounds (18 kg). Maximum weight is 350 pounds (159 kg).
Not recommended for pregnant women.
Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions.
All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking.