Kananaskis River Rafting Adventure
Recommended by 96% of travellers
Calgary, Canada
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Combine sightseeing with an adrenaline-pumping adventure on this small-group day tour from Banff or Canmore. You'll soak up the sights as you raft down the Kananaskis River, one of Alberta's most pristine waterways. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as bald eagles, bears and deer as you navigate the periodic rapids.
- Take in the Rockies scenery as you raft down the Kananaskis River
- Small-group adventure (maximum seven guests): Ensures your guide's full attention
- Great for all levels of whitewater rafting experience, even beginners
- Includes snacks to reward yourself with afterward
What's Included
- 4h duration (1.5 to 2 hour rafting adventure, with an optional swim at the end)
- All necessary equipment (wetsuits, lifejacket, helmet, rainjacket, wetsuit booties and gloves)
- Free photos of your rafting adventure available online
- Guide
- Snacks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drink, unless specified
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Chinook Rafting - RiverbaseRiverbase, Stoney 142, 143, 144, Bighorn No. 8, AB T0L 0C8, Canada
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
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.13:30
Itinerary
1
Kananaskis Valley
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
2
Chinook Rafting
4 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- Most travellers can participate
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travellers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveller Photos
Featured review
Lauren_C
I rode with Joe and he did a great job! The water was definitely cold but all the gear provided kept me warm, and I jumped in the water twice! (on purpose) The guides were very informing and I enjoyed getting recommendations and chatting with them. I felt safe the entire ride and never felt unstable with all the great instruction. The snacks provided at the end was very rewarding for all the rowing. The views and conversation was great the entire time!
Reviews
4.9
based on 136 reviews
Elaine_H, Sept 2025
Absolutely the best experience of my life!! I was a little nervous at first, but I’m SO glad I went through with it. From check-in to returning back to base, the crew made me feel completely at ease. Our guides, Rachel and Tim, kept us laughing the whole way and made the journey unforgettable. I will 100% be booking another tour with this group—and I highly recommend you do the same!
Daryl_W, Aug 2025
It’s a ton of fun! Wonderful guides Tidy, Olo, and Jeff our driver made the adventure amazing. The whole experience was seamless, well organized fun!
Lindsay_V, Aug 2025
For my kids first time experience this was a perfect experience! The meet up location was perfect and easy to find. Chinook rafting tour guide and team was very well organized. The flow of the whole experience from A to Z was perfect. I would do it again.
Marika_S, Aug 2025
Excellent for beginners, a fun day enjoying the breathtaking views and exhilarating rapids! Perfect for all ages. Everyone in our group said it was the highlight of their trip!
Our guide Jarrad was awesome!
Richard_T, Aug 2025
Awesome rafting experience! The guides were all fantastic and really made the trip down the river a memorable one. Would recommend!
Rebecca_C, Jul 2025
Fantastic afternoon. Really well organised and super fun! Great for the whole family and a wonderful way to experience Canada.
Hai_P, Jul 2025
Couldn't make it. Wasn't able to secure transport to the site. Uber would cost 150 one way. And not guarantee to secure ride back.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi, we hope that your wallet found its way back to you! In such cases, it's ussually the best to contact our customer service so we can organize somebody from the team to bring your lost item back to the town. Safe travels!
Keon_R, Jul 2025
The guides are amazing. The views are awesome. Getting to know new people and enjoying the great outdoors is well worth it.
Jodi_S, Jul 2025
Fabulous afternoon rafting with our guide, Rachel. She took great care of our kids, shared knowledge of the area and made the whole experience fun. Both of my kids loved it. Highly recommend!
Nga_P, Jul 2025
Our first river rafting experience and it was breathtaking, amazing, and stunning views. A family fun, cool, and safe trip. The teenagers in party love the splashes and gets to go in the freezing water at the end. An unforgettable experience for us all. Our guide, David was the best and gave us the best splashes. Thanks David!
Ryan_K, Jul 2025
So much fun! Right level of excitement for kids and first-timers. Fantastic staffers - each caring, informative and humorous. Will go again when visiting area!
Mark_G, Jul 2025
This was our first time experience and we loved it. This was a level 3 water rafting tour and just about right for us. Highly recommended family activity.
Brittany_P, Jul 2025
Had a great time, everyone was so helpful. Our guide Alex was the best, highly recommend! Would suggest for all ages
Jonathan_L, Jun 2025
This was a great experience, these guys are pros every step of the way. From helping us get all over gear to going down the river. All of the guides had great personalities and really entertaining! All out great experience!!
Kathy_M, Jun 2025
This was the highlight of our trip! The guides were knowledgeable and fun, we felt so safe. It was a great time that our family will never forget!
QuynhHuong_H, Jun 2025
Our family of five had a wonderful time, such a fun activity, but most of all they all about safety of guest. They provided all the gears and safety lessons before we got into the river. We went with the group leader Alex and he was funny and nice. Even I don’t like water and don’t know how to swim but I felt safe and had so much fun. My kids and husband jumped into the river twice and they said the water was so cold but refresh. If anyone is looking for a river rafting experience please don’t hesitate to book with this company. And by the way their dog Eddy is so cute also❤️
Eleanor_S, Jun 2025
Our family of four had a wonderful time on the rafting trip. Our guide, Georgia, was confident and kind. The water was refreshingly cool. It was about 8 or 10 degrees Celsius. But we weren’t cold on the rafting trip because of the wetsuits and fleece jackets they provided. We even jumped out to swim twice, for about 1 minute each time. Very invigorating!
Mika_I, Jun 2025
It’s thrilling and also relaxing no matter how the weather is!
Tim and Brie were fun and very supportive. That’s the reason I was able to enjoy it!
My 19 year old son loved it too!
Lauren_C, May 2025
I rode with Joe and he did a great job! The water was definitely cold but all the gear provided kept me warm, and I jumped in the water twice! (on purpose) The guides were very informing and I enjoyed getting recommendations and chatting with them. I felt safe the entire ride and never felt unstable with all the great instruction. The snacks provided at the end was very rewarding for all the rowing. The views and conversation was great the entire time!
Joel_M, May 2025
Absolutely wonderful. Staff were patient, knowledgeable, and organized. We had the time of our lives! Thank you to everyone for providing such an amazing experience.
Lisa_K, Sept 2024
The guides took their time to teach us about safety, and it was a great time had by all. Perfect for your first rafting trip, I highly reccommend!!
Preston_C, Sept 2024
I would like to say thank you Quinn for a wonderful time. You were a great instructor for my husband and I. Thank you again!
Joel_B, Sept 2024
Great trip, Kids absolutely loved it, and the amazing staff!! We will be back again. Thanks again!!!!
Mitchel_C, Aug 2024
It was a great family adventure. They explained everything very well and showed us what to do. We will definatly go again
Katharine_H, Aug 2024
Amazing rafting experience and good way to see the river. Marcin our guide was the best and looked after everyone while we rafted down the Bow River.
Janis_L, Aug 2024
Beautiful river, fun adventure, great guide. Rachel was very personable and a great instructor. All 7 of us, ranging in age from 9-74 had a wet and wild time.
Elizabeth_Z, Aug 2024
We had a wonderful experience!! It was my first time river rafting and Hannah made me feel very comfortable and we had so much fun!! I highly recommend it!!
Joy_Y, Aug 2024
First time rafting for my teen and I. What a fun, safe, and amazing outdoors experience! Ugo was our guide and he was fantastic! Staff was great and we loved all the action photos taken by their photographers. Unforgettable memories! Highly recommend!
Nicole_S, Aug 2024
Our guides were amazing and engaging! Such a great experience for first rafters. I would highly recommend this excursion to anyone looking to dip their toes into outdoor adventure.
Farrah_H, Aug 2024
Great time, great guides! Really good for first timers, no really hard or scary runs. Mostly 2 and a couple 3's. Lots of time on the water with gorgeous scenary
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