Winding through the picturesque landscape of Kananaskis Country, the Kananaskis River is a great whitewater experience for families or as a group outing. Conveniently located 45 minutes west of Calgary in the front ranges of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, this river offers the novice rafter a thrilling and fun introduction to whitewater rafting.
Price:
Adult, 16 years+: $86.00
Child, 5 - 15 years: $59.00 (40lbs and over)
Prices plus $3 per person river fee
Departs:
Tour starts 12:45pm (May 14th - Sept 18th)
Tour finishes approx. 5:45pm in Canmore or 6:15pm in Banff
Where to meet:
Pick-up from major hotels in Banff & Canmore
Itinerary and highlights:
Scenic views of the front range Rocky Mountains
Class II & III family friendly rapids
Professional photos of your boat available for purchase at the river base
Your tour includes:
River time: 1.5 - 2 hours
Professional River Guide with each boat - who will explain and demonstrate paddle, safety and emergency techniques
All safety equipment: wetsuits, lifejacket, helmet, rainjacket, wetsuit booties and gloves
Dryland safety instruction
Practice paddling on the river before the waves
Refreshments and snacks to charge up on after your tour
Transportation - available at a small fee for most of our trips.
Remember to bring:
Swimsuit - have it on under your clothes prior to your trip for added convenience
A towel and a bag - to hold your personal belongings whilst you’re out on the river
A toque/beanie/wooly hat - on cold days for under your helmet, it will get wet.
A change of clothes including a warm fleece for after your rafting trip
Clothes suitable for the day - all your personal belongings will be left in your vehicle or in your personal bag while you are rafting.
Contact lenses - are OK if you are comfortable swimming in them, please tell your guide.
Sunscreen - great on a hot day, avoid putting it above or near your eyes.
Medical Concerns - please bring any medication you may need and inform your guide of any medical condition.
Restrictions:
Price does not include transport
Cameras - do not bring your camera on the raft unless it is waterproof. Same day action photo CDs and disposable waterproof cameras are for sale at reasonable prices
Glasses or sunglasses - are not recommended unless secured by eyeglass holders or retainers.