You’ll get splashed by the frothy swells of the rushing river but it won’t wash the smile off your face on this family fun rafting tour for ages 5 – 85!
The Kananaskis River is one heck of a ride – the foamy white rapids lift your raft skyward, you shake the water from your eyes and paddle with all your might as the river surges around you. Plotting a course through the best rapids and cruising swiftly down the flat stretches in between, you’ll have peaceful moments to look up and admire the Kananaskis Country scenery.
You are completely in the moment – immersed in the thrill of riding these rapids. Meanwhile your river-savvy guide ensures the safety of the excursion. This voyage is suitable for the entire family – the novice-level rapids are perfect for young adventurers.
The Kananaskis River offers Class 2 – 3 rapids along with pristine landscapes of Kananaskis Provincial Park for a half day adventure. It is the ideal whitewater experience for families, friends or as a group outing. Extra time is taken to play in the rapids surfing waves and opportunities to swim in the river alongside the raft are there for any keen rafters. You will get wet!
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Richard's Pick
"The Kananaskis is such a fun trip with lively, playful rapids in the first half and stunning scenery around every corner in the second part." - Richard van der Ploeg, Senior Trip Leader
Kananaskis River Whitewater Rafting Reviews, Chinook Rafting
The best parts of the tour for most people include the following:
1.5 - 2 Hours on the Kananaskis River
Optional river swim
Everything is provided!
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Richard's Pick
"The Kananaskis is such a fun trip with lively, playful rapids in the first half and stunning scenery around every corner in the second part." - Richard van der Ploeg, Senior Trip Leader
Kananaskis River Whitewater Rafting Reviews, Chinook Rafting
For those taking transport from Banff, the pickup time is 12:45pm from behind the Mt Royal Hotel in Banff (hotel address: 138 Banff Ave) and in Canmore the pickup time is time is 1:10pm from the Coast Canmore Hotel (hotel address: 511 Bow Valley Trail). Please allow 5 hours for those taking transport from Canmore and 5.5 hours for those taking transport from Banff. Please note that transport is not available in 2021.
Transport is available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for an additional fee from behind the Mt Royal Hotel in Banff (hotel address: 138 Banff Ave) and the Coast Canmore Hotel (hotel address: 511 Bow Valley Trail). Please note that transport is not available in 2021.
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Richard's Pick
"The Kananaskis is such a fun trip with lively, playful rapids in the first half and stunning scenery around every corner in the second part." - Richard van der Ploeg, Senior Trip Leader
Kananaskis River Whitewater Rafting Reviews, Chinook Rafting
- The minimum age is 5 years and the minimum weight per person is 20kgs (40lbs). If the guest is unaccompanied by an adult then the minimum age is 16 years old.
- The maximum weight per person is 350 lbs.
- A waiver must be completed prior to the trip and is a condition of participation, this will be sent through upon booking. In addition, a Parental Consent form must be completed by the parent or legal guardian of any child under the age of 18 years prior to arrival at the riverbase. This is especially important if you are bringing someone else’s child (under 18 years old) rafting.
- Photo ID may be required for identity verification.
- Please note that this tour requires a minimum of 8 participants, please call the day prior to confirm the tour.
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Richard's Pick
"The Kananaskis is such a fun trip with lively, playful rapids in the first half and stunning scenery around every corner in the second part." - Richard van der Ploeg, Senior Trip Leader
Kananaskis River Whitewater Rafting Reviews, Chinook Rafting