Extreme Whitewater Rafting on Kicking Horse River
Overview
Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on the World Famous Kicking Horse River.
Rafting since 1976, we're the original company on the Kicking Horse River! Meet at our private riverside basecamp with easy access for this must do activity for travellers from Golden, Banff & Lake Louise.
Get geared up & ready for an adventure with more time outdoors and less time on the bus. We supply wetsuits, neoprene river booties, a splash jacket, helmet & lifejacket, as well as the best rafts in the industry!
Enjoy small, personalized trips led by experienced guides. No experience necessary — just be ready to paddle into your adventure. The trip allows the perfect combination of a short section of calm waters, then picks up until you’re getting soaked in continuous class III to IV+ rapids.
Just bring a swimsuit and towel — we’ll take care of the rest. Photos and souvenirs are available to help you remember the adventure.
What's Included
- Lifejacket
- Photographer
- River Shoes
- Helmet
- Wetsuit
- Professional guide
- Lunch We are focusing on rafting, but feel free to pack a lunch and enjoy it before or after your trip at our private basecamp
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Kicking Horse River
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 12 years old
- Minimum weight 90 lbs (41 kg)
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Please bring a bathing suit and towel. For cold days, a fleece sweater is also recommended.
- Do not bring jewelry, valuables, or cameras.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 26 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on Extreme Whitewater Rafting on Kicking Horse River?
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Activity code: C-31833P1
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Average 4.99 out of 5 stars based on 87 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lifejacket.
- Photographer.
- River Shoes.
- Helmet.
- Wetsuit.
- Professional guide.
- Lunch. We are focusing on rafting, but feel free to pack a lunch and enjoy it before or after your trip at our private basecamp.
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Extreme Whitewater Rafting on Kicking Horse River is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Extreme Whitewater Rafting on Kicking Horse River will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lifejacket
- Photographer
- River Shoes
- Helmet
- Wetsuit
- Professional guide
- LunchWe are focusing on rafting, but feel free to pack a lunch and enjoy it before or after your trip at our private basecamp
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 12 years old
- Minimum weight 90 lbs (41 kg)
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Please bring a bathing suit and towel. For cold days, a fleece sweater is also recommended.
- Do not bring jewelry, valuables, or cameras.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 26 travelers
