9:15am, 1:15pm
Departure Time
3 Hours
Duration
12+
Age
Class 1-4
River Rapids
May-Sep
Season
The Kicking Horse River is the Rockies’ most thrilling whitewater rafting with Class 1-4 rapids.
Located 1.5 hours from Banff near Golden, BC, this rafting tour is a popular whitewater journey combines a mix of exciting class 1-4 rapids that the Kicking Horse River is famous for.
Starting at a relaxing pace you can perfect your rafting skills with your teammates and guide and enjoy the views of the serene upper section. As the canyon narrows, the waves build, drenching rafters in continuous rapids such as Shot Gun, Man Eater and Roller Coaster.
This tour is recommended for adventurous first-time rafters as well as seasoned paddlers.
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Dean's Pick
"If you're adrenaline junkie, this river is for you." - Dean , Reservations Agent, Discover Banff Tours
The best parts of the tour for most people include the following:
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2 hours on the Kicking Horse River
Paddle 20 kilometres of mighty rapids in the upper and middle canyon. This popular whitewater journey combines a mix of class 1 – 4 rapids.
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Everything is provided!
The tour includes all equipment, professional guides, instruction and facilities.
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Dean's Pick
"If you're adrenaline junkie, this river is for you." - Dean , Reservations Agent, Discover Banff Tours
The tour starts at 9:15am and 1:15pm from the river base in Golden, British Columbia, and runs for approximately three hours. The tour includes two hours on the water and guests will finish the morning tour at around 12:15pm and the afternoon tour at around 4:15pm.
The tour includes 2 hours on the river, a professional river guide with each boat, and all safety equipment including a wetsuit, fleece, spray jacket, life jacket, neoprene booties and helmet is provided. Please note that lunch and transport are not available this year.
The riverbase is fully equipped with on-site facilities such as private washrooms, change rooms and outdoor showers.
The meeting point is at the Hydra River Base on Kicking Horse Road near Golden in BC, located 1.5 hours west of Banff. Detailed driving directions will be provided in your booking confirmation. Transport is not available this year due to COVID-19 measures.
Please wear your swimsuit under your clothes and bring warm clothes and a towel in a bag for after the tour. A locked storage box is available on site. Please also bring a non medical face covering, such as a buff. Face coverings will be used when we can’t maintain 2m of separation, such as on the bus. Please do not bring a paper mask as this will not last in a wet, outdoor environment. If you do not bring a face covering, buff style coverings are available for purchase.
It’s recommended that you wear contacts but if you need your glasses, secure them with a sunglass strap.
Anything else! There is secure storage for your personal belongings on site at the private river base. You don’t need to take anything on the raft, unless it is medication such as inhalers that must be kept with you. The guides have a dry bag onboard where these can be kept safe.
When you are making your reservation please let the agent know and they will check with the rafting team. On the day please bring any medication you may need and inform your guide of any medical conditions.
No you don’t. Most of the guests are first time rafters and the trips, equipment and briefings are designed to put the novice rafter at ease. The guides so will provide a thorough safety talk before getting into the water. No experience is required for any trip.
This popular whitewater journey combines a mix of class 1 – 4 rapids and is the most exciting whitewater rafting trip.
The tour is run by Hydra River Guides, who have been rafting the Kicking Horse River for over 30 years. With time comes experience and Hydra prides itself on its qualified staff and impressive safety record. Each year they refine our trips, organization and guest experience.
The standard cancellation policy has always been flexible and allowed you to cancel up to 2 days before your trip for a full refund. If you need to cancel within 48 hours (due only to covid related issues – and you must provide proof), get in touch with our team prior to your tour, to arrange a rafting credit for use later in the season. (sorry, no refunds will be issued within 48 hours). If you are a group of 8 or more rafters or “Book a boat”, a 7 day cancellation policy applies (instead of 48 hours).
Tips are not expected, but are certainly appreciated. If you think your guide did a wonderful job and would like to indicate that with a tip, it will be graciously accepted.
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Dean's Pick
"If you're adrenaline junkie, this river is for you." - Dean , Reservations Agent, Discover Banff Tours
- The minimum age is 12 years and the minimum weight per person is 90 lbs.
- The maximum weight per person is 350 lbs.
- Every guest needs to sign a waiver form. Parents will co-sign for children under 18 years of age.
- Photo ID may be required for identity verification.
- Please note that the Kicking Horse is a glacier fed river and water levels fluctuate. As the season progresses, the rapids can change from Class 4 to Class 3.
- Please note that this tour requires a minimum of 12 participants and transport requires a minimum of 4 participants, please call the day prior to confirm the tour.
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Dean's Pick
"If you're adrenaline junkie, this river is for you." - Dean , Reservations Agent, Discover Banff Tours
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