The 14 White Water Rafting in Canada to Book First

1.Half-Day Whitewater Rafting in Revelstoke

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 410 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $138Our pick

Raft 25 km of Class II and III rapids near Revelstoke, with mountain views, warm gear, photos, snacks, and guides for beginners.

“I thought the staff were so nice and friendly right from the word get go, my wife always wanted to try this and she is absolutely gitty over to trip, she can’t stop talking about it, the ride on the river was so beautiful and the rapids were so much fun, we are so looking forward to doing it again, we highly recommend trying doing this adventure.”

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2.Banff: Kananaskis River Whitewater Rafting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 328 reviews · 4 hours · from $95

Raft Class 2 and 3 rapids near Banff, enjoy mountain scenery, river games, warm gear, and an easy four-hour family adventure.

“Geoff was our guide and was absolutely amazing! This was best part of a trip to Banff that our whole family still talks about and remembers fondly. It has been 2 whole years since we were there but I still think about how fun it was and wish I would have tipped Geoff more! If there is a way to do so please let me know otherwise the next person who has him please tip him extra for me ;)”

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3.Jasper National Park: 2-Hour Whitewater Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 310 reviews · 2 hours · from $80

Ride Jasper’s Athabasca River through gentle Class 2 rapids, mountain views, expert guides, wetsuits, transport, and family-friendly fun.

“All in all, a great experience. Would 100% consider doing it again and referring family and friends.”

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4.Banff: Afternoon Kananaskis River Whitewater Rafting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 297 reviews · 4 hours · from $110

Raft gentle class 2 and 3 rapids on Alberta’s Kananaskis River, with mountain views, family-friendly guides, gear, snacks, and free photos.

“Our guide Hannah was brilliant. Very funny and knowledgeable. The route was fun but not too scary. Information and guidance was good. More scary moments would have been nice but overall the experience was excellent. Well done, team!!!!”

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5.Whitewater Rafting Adventure | Kicking Horse River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 291 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $123

Review of Hydra River Guides’ Kicking Horse rafting trip, with rapids, mountain scenery, practical tips, pricing, safety, and who should book.

“Had an absolutely fantastic time, this was our first time white water rafting and will definitely do it again. Hennessy was our excellent guide, however all of the staff were lovely. If you’re thinking of white water rafting DO IT!”

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6.Athabasca Canyon Run Family Rafting: Class II Plus Rapids

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 193 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Review the Athabasca Canyon Run in Jasper, a family-friendly Class II rafting trip with mountain views, expert guides, and practical tips.

“Our guide Antwon was great! He was very friendly and talkative and very skilled maneuvering the raft!”

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7.Elaho Whitewater Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $183

Review of Elaho Whitewater rafting near Squamish, with rapids, mountain scenery, gear, snacks, transport tips, pricing, and booking advice.

“The rafting company provided all of the essentials. Wet suit, booties, fleece jacket, rain coat and a helmet. The staff was very friendly and very knowledgeable about the river and the rapids. 2 members of our group had never rafted before and the staff and our guide made them feel very safe. Communication was great and safety was a big priority. The only negative was the long ride to Squamish from Vancouver (1.5 hours) Take drugs if you get car sick, the roads are very windy up to base camp. Then it was another 50 minutes to the drop off site and the school bus is very bumpy. The water…”

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8.Whistler’s Only Green River Whitewater Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $161

Review of Whistler’s Green River rafting tour, with rapids, forest scenery, guide tips, costs, safety details, and who should book.

“I was nervous as this was my first time river rafting. The guides provided clear and easy directions with an emphasis on safety. The scenery and river were amazing! A memorable experience that I would highly recommend!”

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9.Golden, BC: Kicking Horse River Half Day Whitewater Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 141 reviews · 3 hours · from $72Best value

Review of Golden’s Kicking Horse River rafting trip, with class 2 to 4 rapids, Rocky Mountain scenery, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“It was amazing. The staff were amazing. Highly organized. Fantastic fun. I would do this again in a heartbeat!! Loved it!!!”

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10.Sunwapta Challenge Whitewater Rafting: Class III Rapids

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $103

Review of Jasper’s Sunwapta Challenge rafting tour, with Class II and III rapids, mountain scenery, wildlife, gear, pricing, and practical tips.

“Lots of fun. Friendly and knowledgeable guides. This was our first time rafting and we had such a great time we can’t wait to go again.”

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11.Banff: Morning Whitewater Rafting Tour in Horseshoe Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 89 reviews · 4 hours · from $109

Review of Banff’s Horseshoe Canyon rafting tour, with class 3 to 4 rapids, cliff jumping, safety details, price, and booking advice.

“We had the best time!!! Adam was THE BEST guide he made everything effortless and so much fun. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a thrill!!!”

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12.Extreme Whitewater Rafting on Kicking Horse River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $101

Ride class 3 and 4 rapids on Canada's Kicking Horse River with expert guides, gear, wetsuits, and a thrilling four-hour afternoon adventure.

“The rafting guide, Ben, was very professional and witty to help my family enjoy the rafting. The rafting itself suited well the level of my family including one minor.”

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13.Whitewater Rafting on Jasper’s Fraser River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $104

Review of Jasper’s Fraser River rafting trip, with Class 3 rapids, mountain views, safety tips, pricing, logistics, and who should book.

“Excellent day out. The guides were dope. Fun for all ages. Good history of the local area on your way to the water. The rapids were so much fun.”

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14.Canyon Run Family Whitewater Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 55 reviews · 3h 30m · from $92

Review of Jasper’s family-friendly Canyon Run rafting trip, with Class 2+ rapids, mountain views, gear, safety tips, and practical advice.

“Fun instructors, reassured a nervous group and we had a fantastic time. Weather had turned but we were provided with good wetsuits/jackets/ splash jackets & booties to keep warm. Eric was a great guide with lots of knowledge regarding wildlife and the river! :-)”

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