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Rafting trips include all necessary safety gear, including life jackets and helmets.
Don’t forget the sunscreen, sunglasses, and sunglass straps.
The white-water rafts aren’t accessible to wheelchairs.
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What’s the best way to experience the Kicking Horse River?
There are plenty of ways to experience the Kicking Horse River. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:
How much does it cost to visit the Kicking Horse River in 2026?
It costs nothing to see the Kicking Horse River, but to get out on it, you'll have to pay. Rafting trips are the most popular way to experience this wild, scenic river and start at around US$86 per person. Self-guided auto tours start at as little as US$8.
What activities are available on the Kicking Horse River in Banff?
Kicking Horse’s primary draw is white-water rafting, with trips offering a mix of class I–IV rapids, depending on your tour. Beginners can look forward to gentle upper-canyon floats, while experienced rafters tackle the more intense middle and lower sections. Either way, expect gorgeous mountain views and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Is white-water rafting on the Kicking Horse River safe for beginners?
Yes, rafting on the Kicking Horse River is safe for beginners. The upper canyon has gentle Class I and II rapids, perfect for families with small children and those new to whitewater rafting, offering a scenic float with occasional splashes. Adult beginners can tackle up to Class IV rapids with a guide, however.
What's the best time of year to raft the Kicking Horse River?
The rafting season runs May–September. June offers high water ideal for thrill seekers; July maintains high water with warm, sunny days; August features bright glacial-blue water and moderate conditions, perfect for families; September offers technical rafting with unique waves at lower water levels. Just book early, as July-August weekends sell out quickly.
What's the best section of the Kicking Horse River to raft—Upper or Lower?
The upper canyon, with gentle Class I and II rapids, is nice for families and rafting newbies. The middle canyon, open to ages 12 and older, features Class II and III rapids with thrilling Class IV stretches; the lower canyon, the biggest whitewater in western Canada, is not open to the public.









































