Experience the best whitewater rafting trips near Kananaskis, Canmore/Banff from family floats to adrenaline pumping rafting trips. Fun and excitement create memories and bring us together – there’s nothing better than a great day out with friends and family.
The following companies offer rafting adventures near Canmore & Kananaskis, Banff and Kicking Horse River, departing from Canmore, Banff, Lake Louise or Golden. Visit their website for information on available tours.
Canoeing on the Bow River is the quintessential Canadian activity; a peaceful way to explore Banff National Park. Rent a canoe or kayak from the Banff Canoe Club, located 5 minutes from downtown Banff. Paddlers can explore a gentle leg of the Bow River or follow forty mile creek into Vermillion Lakes. Both routes offer stunning views and opportunities for spotting wildlife. Rentals include paddles, life jackets, bailing bucket, information tablet about the river and basic dry land instruction. We even do offsite canoe, kayak & stand up paddle board rentals!
Banff Canoe Docks – corner of Wolf Street and Bow Ave, Banff, Banff
The Kicking Horse River is famous for whitewater rafting, packed with mighty rapids and plenty of thrills. Hydra River Guides has been introducing guests to the “kicks” of whitewater rafting since 1986! With 4 distinctive trips on offer, from our Mild and Classic trips to our thrilling Ultimate and Fast Blast adventures, the Kicking Horse River has something for everyone. Tours include river gear, BBQ lunch and optional transportation.
211 Bear St, Banff, Alberta
Experience the biggest whitewater in the Rockies! Wild Water Adventures offers 'Mild To Wild' whitewater rafting options on the famous Kicking Horse River. Choose between playful and splashy waves on the Gentle (a perfect introduction to whitewater rafting); BIG waves on the Whitewater Exciter; or, the full-length Tradition for 2-trips-in-1, plus gourmet BBQ lunch afterwards! NEW FOR 2022: Evening Float trip. All trips depart from our RiverBase (2750 Beaverfoot Road, near Golden BC). Minimum age and weight criteria for all trips. COVID-19 protocols in place. 2022 SEASON KICKS OFF ON SATURDAY, MAY 21ST!
RiverBase: 2750 Beaverfoot Road, near Golden, BC
Sales Desk: Chateau Lake Louise, Lake Louise AB
Kananaskis Whitewater Rafting
Kananaskis Whitewater Rafting runs exciting whitewater rafting trips near Banff & Canmore on the scenic Kananaskis River.
Exshaw, Alberta
Canmore River Adventures
Stunning scenery, new experiences and the unknown around each river bend… All the makings of your next great Canmore adventure. Canmore River Adventures is the only company solely dedicated to offering float trips along the beautiful Bow River in Canmore. Stunning views, inspiring stories, glacial blue waters, local mountain history and maybe even a bear sighting.
Canmore, Alberta
Bow Valley Stand Up Paddleboarding
Learn how to Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) in the beautiful lakes of the Canadian Rockies. Come see what all the hype is about the best new sport on the water. All ages welcome! Group packages available! Rent, Buy, Learn and Tour with us today!
511 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, Alberta
Canadian Rockies Rafting
Canadian Rockies Rafting is your ultimate Rafting Company in the Bow Valley: Offering the best options, rates and the best times! With 21 years of fun- no wonder Canadian Rockies Rafting has the best excursions and experiences to offer in the Valley! Our most popular trips are the half-day Whitewater Rafting excursions on the Kananaskis and Bow River - Horseshoe Canyon. Other activities we offer are Bow River Nature Floats in the evenings, River boarding down the Kananaskis, the occasional Kicking Horse Tour and Moose Safari’s in late August and September.
909 Railway Ave., Canmore, Alberta
Chinook Rafting
Closest to Calgary, Canmore and Banff, white water rafting has never been more exciting than on the Kananaskis and Horseshoe Rivers. The Kananaskis River offers families and the novice rafter a fun introduction to white water rafting on Class 2 to 3 rapids. Experience up to Class 4 rapids as you make your way down the Horseshoe Canyon through big waves, powerful rapids and cliff jumping are the highlights for the adventure enthusiast on this trip!
215 Banff Ave, Sundance Mall, Banff, Alberta
Alpine Rafting
The Kicking Horse River is renowned as the Whitewater Gem of the Canadian Rockies boasting BC & Alberta's biggest whitewater thrills. From our fleet of eye popping candy red rafts to our trip selection, we've spent the last 30 years honing the experience we provide. The Team at Alpine Rafting looks forward to spending a day on the river with you.
Golden, British Columbia
Kananaskis Outfitters - Rental Equipment
Located in the Village Center next door to the Delta Lodge at Kananaskis we offer high quality rental equipment and guided tours. Summer Rentals include Bicycles, Kayaks, Canoes and Stand Up Paddleboards, Hiking Packs and other items. Winter Rentals include Cross Country Skis, Snowshoes, Ice Skates and Hockey Equipment, etc.
1 Mt.Sparrowhawk Cres, Kananaskis Village, Alberta
