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Not all white-water rafting tours are extra exhilarating. Paddle through the dramatic Athabasca Canyon on a half-day white-water rafting adventure from Jasper that takes on fun, family-friendly Class 2+ rapids. You’ll start at the base of Athabasca Falls, then paddle a 7.5-mile (12-kilometer) stretch of river with a certified river guide. This half-day rafting excursion includes all equipment and transport from downtown Jasper, and both morning and afternoon departures are available.

Athabasca Canyon Run Family Rafting: Class II Plus Rapids

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Head to Kicking Horse River for a thrilling whitewater rafting experience in the Canadian Rockies. Known for its waves and rapids, Kicking Horse offers mild to wild whitewater options. After being outfitted with top-of-the-line gear, you’ll receive a safety briefing before hitting the water where you’ll expertly maneuver past stunning scenery and through turbulent, challenging or gentle waves and rapids. Base amenities include heated indoor change rooms.

Wild Water Adventures

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience the excitement of a whitewater rafting adventure on this guided, 2-hour excursion. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure time, then ride along Alberta's Athabasca River in Jasper National Park. This ‘Mile 5’ trip is the river’s most popular, challenging class II rapids. The guide will be taking photos along the way which will be available for purchase at the end of the trip. All the necessary rafting equipment is included.

Rafting on Athabasca River Mile 5 in Jasper

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Family White Water Rafting

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Athabasca Falls Run

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Sunwapta River is Jasper's only class III whitewater!

Jasper’s Sunwapta River is a stretch of grade III rapids, where challenging twists and turns and spectacular scenery come as standard. On this tour, spin along the Icefields Parkway road and admire sweeping views over the famous Rocky Mountains. Tackle the swirling white-water currents with your guide, and watch the riverbanks for sightings of native wildlife living within the Jasper National Park.

Class 3 Sunwapta River Rafting Adventure in Jasper

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Rafting Athabasca Falls Run in Jasper

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Athabasca River Mile 5

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Sunwapta River Self-Drive Rafting Trip

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience the Canadian Rockies from the water on this thrilling white-water rafting adventure with round-trip transfers from downtown Jasper included. Spend about two hours on the water, passing Class 3 rapids and swirling eddies, and enjoying unique views of Mt Robson and Rearguard Falls. Keep a lookout for wildlife like black bears, waterfowl, and—in season—spawning salmon along the way.

Whitewater Rafting on Jasper's Fraser River

5 hoursFree Cancellation

The UNESCO-listed Jasper National Park is a uniquely impressive place to experience nature, and a gentle adventure on the Athabasca River is a great way to do it. This float trip takes you down several miles on the Class II rapids—expect a few splashes along the way, but nothing too scary. Your National Park-licensed guide will share stories of the area as you go, and all necessary gear is included for your convenience.

Athabasca River Easy Scenic Raft Trip

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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