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The 15 Best Rafting & Kayaking Trips in Canada

44 tours  ·  from $29

The Kicking Horse and the Elaho run cold and fast through a short summer. These 15 sort the grades, the float trips and the sea kayaking on price, wetsuit provision and how much paddling is actually expected of you.

Wet and Wild Elaho Exhilarator Rafting - The trip starts before the first rapid
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Wet and Wild Elaho Exhilarator Rafting

1.Wet and Wild Elaho Exhilarator Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 625 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $183Our pick

Ride the Elaho and Squamish Rivers through Class III-IV rapids, including Devil’s Elbow, with professional guides such as Alex, Lucas, Jack, and Gabe. Expect about 5.5 hours, an hour-long river transfer, glacier and waterfall views, supplied wetsuit gear, and pickup options from Whistler, Vancouver, and Squamish.

“I have had a lot of great trips with my family but this was by far the most fun . Jack our guide was amazing. All the guides were top notch with the Perfect mix of fun and professionalism”

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Rafting Adventure on the Kicking Horse River - Choosing between Express, Discovery, and Ultimate
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Rafting Adventure on the Kicking Horse River

2.Rafting Adventure on the Kicking Horse River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 590 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $82

Join Glacier Raft Company in Golden for a guided Kicking Horse River trip, from family-friendly Class I rapids to exciting Class III and IV water. Guides such as Austin, Ryan, Steffi, and Carlos lead small groups, with gear, shuttle service, and lunch on selected tours included.

“What an amazing experience. Big rapids bigger fun. Mustache Mike is an awesome guide. Great for everyone”

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Half-Day Whitewater Rafting in Revelstoke - The drive through Rogers Pass to Albert Canyon
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Half-Day Whitewater Rafting in Revelstoke

3.Half-Day Whitewater Rafting in Revelstoke

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

Join Apex Rafting Company in downtown Revelstoke for a beginner-friendly run on the Illecillewaet River. Guides such as Jason, Graham, Cade, and Devon lead 2 to 2.5 hours of rafting past Mt. Revelstoke National Park, with gear, transport, photos, and snacks included.

“The trip was absolutely fantastic! Our guide Jason was amazing…full of local knowledge and lots of jokes. We felt totally safe but had the best time ever….wish we had the time to do the whole trip again!”

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Banff: Kananaskis River Whitewater Rafting Tour - Arriving at the River Base near Stoney Nakoda
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Banff: Kananaskis River Whitewater Rafting Tour

4.Kananaskis River Whitewater Rafting Tour

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

Spend four hours rafting the Kananaskis River near Banff and Canmore, punching through 10-plus Class 2 to 3 rapids and an Olympic kayaking course. Guides such as Sam, Geoff, Eoghann, Leah, and Quynton keep the mood lively while you learn paddling, play river games, and perhaps swim.

“Seeing the natural sites was Fantastic!! Our guide offered tips for the best views and helped us getting amazing photos.”

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Clearwater, BC, Rafting, Finish in Canadas waterfall capital! - The 14-kilometer Ready-Set-Go run
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Clearwater, BC, Rafting, Finish in Canadas waterfall capital!

5.Clearwater, BC, Rafting, Finish in Canadas waterfall capital!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 321 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $110

Meet Interior Whitewater Expeditions in Clearwater for a 3.5-hour, 14-km rafting run through Wells Gray Park. Guides such as Mason, Ken, Emma, Haley, Ryan, and Travis lead the way, with safety gear, instruction, rapids, quiet river sections, and optional swimming included.

“A lot of fun and worth the time and $. Water was the perfect temperature because it was a sunny hot day. Just worry about wearing water shoes or Keens. No socks needed.”

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Jasper National Park: 2-Hour Whitewater Rafting - Leaving Jasper for the Athabasca River
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Jasper National Park: 2-Hour Whitewater Rafting

6.Jasper National Park: 2-Hour Whitewater Rafting

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

You’ll ride an eight-person raft on the Athabasca River, just 8 km south of Jasper. Expect a safety briefing, wetsuit and boot fitting, gentle floating, grade 2 rapids, mountain views, and local stories from guides such as Jordan, Emily, Connor, and Alice.

“It was so fun! Everything was explained really well and clear, Jordan was engaging, fun and made me feel very safe for my first time rafting. The whole experience was wonderful and they were all lovely, we had Jordan, Connor, Andy and Emily take us on our trip and they were all very fun and made the trip really entertaining (thank you to Andy for the photos!!) -also nice to see Connor living out his Canadian lifestyle (as a fellow Brit). Emily was also hilarious! All super friendly, would definitely book again!❤️”

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Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour - Why the guide makes or breaks the outing
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Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour

7.Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Join Hydra River Guides at the Banff Canoe Club for a 90-minute guided trip up and back along the Bow River. You’ll paddle a 12-seat Big Canoe with no experience required, watch for elk, bald eagles, ospreys, loons, and muskrats, and hear local stories from guides such as Abbey, Maddie, Cam, and Darby.

“Fun trip with great views. Phone safe (you will not get wet). Some exertion as you paddle upstream, but not too intense. Stephanie is great.”

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Banff: Afternoon Kananaskis River Whitewater Rafting Tour - Safety practice before the first rapid
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Banff: Afternoon Kananaskis River Whitewater Rafting Tour

8.Afternoon Kananaskis River Whitewater Rafting Tour

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

Meet at Nakoda Lakeside Lodge for a four-hour Kananaskis River trip with 1.5 to 2 hours on the water. Guides such as David, Hazel, Alex, and Rachel teach every paddle stroke, steer class 2 to 3 rapids, and finish with a float, swim, snack, hot drink, and free online photos.

“My guide was great and the rafting was a lot of fun. There was a lot of focus on safety and I learned a lot. Would recommend.”

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Jasper: Jasper National Park Easy 2-Hour Rafting Trip - The Athabasca River, from fur-trade route to gentle rapids
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Jasper: Jasper National Park Easy 2-Hour Rafting Trip

9.Jasper National Park Easy 2-Hour Rafting Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 291 reviews · 2 hours · from $65

Meet at Jasper train station, ride a short shuttle to the Athabasca River, then float for about an hour in a 25-foot oar-powered raft. Guides such as Joel, Mark, Luke, and Finn mix local stories with gentle rapids. You do not row, but you should expect splashes.

“It was a great fun activity, well organised. The team were really good, working well together. I would highly recommend. There isn’t anything that could be improved”

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Whitewater Rafting Adventure | Kicking Horse River - The riverside base at 2936 Kicking Horse Road
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Whitewater Rafting Adventure | Kicking Horse River

10.Whitewater Rafting Adventure | Kicking Horse River

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

Join Hydra River Guides for a four-hour, 20 km rafting trip on the Kicking Horse River. You begin on calm Class I water, learn paddling commands, then tackle Class IV rapids. Guides such as Jaro, Kyle, Bill, and Fabian are known for safety, humor, and local insight.

“What an incredible adventure! The scenery is gorgeous, the rapids are spectacular, but the staff really sets Hydra River Guides apart. The in-house staff was so helpful and intentional, and the guides were amazing. Cam, the guide on our raft, was professional, friendly, and safety-focused while also making sure we all had a wonderful time. We would raft with Hydra again and again! Don't miss this!”

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Banff National Park: Big Canoe River Explorer Tour - The safety briefing makes first-time paddling easier
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Banff National Park: Big Canoe River Explorer Tour

11.Banff National Park: Big Canoe River Explorer Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 286 reviews · 1h 30m · from $67

Join Banff Adventures at the Banff Canoe Club for a gentle 90-minute paddle on the Bow River. Your English-speaking guide, such as Abbey, Brie, CJ, or Mardi, handles safety, paddling tips, local stories, and wildlife facts. The tour suits families and beginners, with lemonade served afterward.

“Ethan our tour guide was awesome!! We had a great experience and would definitely go again”

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Snorkel, Kayak, and Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour - Cruising north through Howe Sound
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Snorkel, Kayak, and Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour

12.Snorkel, Kayak, and Seal Adventure: Vancouver Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 264 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $105

From Horseshoe Bay, you cruise to Howe Sound’s Pam Rocks to watch harbor seals, then snorkel and kayak near the colony in provided wetsuits and gear. Guides such as Robin, Emma, Emily, and Erin help you stay safe. You can also remain on the boat and enjoy the views.

“Well organised, very friendly and professional. Knowledgeable guides and skipper. A great half day out for the whole family. Nothing was too much trouble and no experience needed. Even the seals enjoyed it!”

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Sunwapta River Self-Drive Rafting Trip - Getting ready for the river
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Sunwapta River Self-Drive Rafting Trip

13.Sunwapta River Self-Drive Rafting Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 235 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $107

Drive 40 minutes south of Jasper, gear up, and paddle a six-person raft through Class 3 white water toward Sunwapta Falls. Guides such as Nate, Luke, Erin, and Joe lead the run, with safety coaching and all rafting equipment included. The trip lasts about 2 hours 15 minutes.

“First time rafting. We are a family of 4 and we had a brilliant trip with Erin on helm and Kim on shore. Well organised, and Erin was brilliant at explaining everything. Great fun, very exciting, but felt safe at all times thanks to Erin. We can't wait to rafting again.”

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Athabasca Canyon Run Family Rafting: Class II Plus Rapids - Athabasca Falls provides the dramatic launch point
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Athabasca Canyon Run Family Rafting: Class II Plus Rapids

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

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

Paddle through Athabasca Canyon on a six-person raft with guides such as Collin, Eric, Chris, and Thomas. This 3.5-hour Jasper outing includes transport, wetsuit gear, safety coaching, Class II rapids, and calm river stretches, making it a strong first rafting trip for families with children aged five and up.

“Ty was our guide & he was super knowledgeable & really upgraded our experience. We would highly recommend this to anyone wanting to enjoy the Athabasca River.”

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Jasper National Park Family Friendly Rafting Adventure - The 15-Minute Ride to the River
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Jasper National Park Family Friendly Rafting Adventure

15.Jasper National Park Family Friendly Rafting Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 145 reviews · 2 hours · from $76

Take a two-hour family rafting trip down Jasper’s Athabasca River with certified guides such as Tatiana, Tanner, or Manson. After a safety talk and flat-water practice, you’ll paddle five miles through five class-2 rapids. Wetsuits, transport, and all rafting gear are provided.

“The guide „Manson“ was a very unique character and made the tour excetional”

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