Kananaskis River Rafting Adventure: Pristine Alberta Waterways Experience from Banff or Canmore

Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on the pristine Kananaskis River in Alberta, Canada. Spot wildlife and soak up Canada’s beauty on this family-friendly adventure.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kananaskis Valley - Listen as the professional guides explain how to paddle and give safety instructions for your epic 1.5 to 2 hour adventure down the Kananaskis River, which originates in the Canadian Rockies and flows 46 miles (74 km) before emptying into the Bow River.
    Relax as you cruise along the calm parts of the river, taking in the…
What's Included
  • 4h duration (1.5 to 2 hour rafting adventure, with an optional swim at the end)
  • All necessary equipment (wetsuits, lifejacket, helmet, rainjacket, wetsuit booties and gloves)
  • Free photos of your rafting adventure available online
  • Snacks
  • Guide
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drink, unless specified
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Experience the charm of a day spent navigating the scenic Kananaskis River in Alberta, Canada. Embark on this journey from Banff or Canmore, and spend 1.5 - 2 delightful hours on the radiant turquoise currents of one of Alberta’s most untouched rivers. This trip serves as a perfect starting point for those new to the excitement of whitewater rafting,…

Location
Chinook Rafting - Riverbase
Meet at Nakoda Lakeside Lodge on Highway 1A between Morley and Exshaw, no later than 1:15pm. Please print driving directions from the website: http://chinookrafting.com/plan-and-book/directions-maps/
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Ebonye782
Jul 22, 2025
Amputee approved - This was my first water activity since becoming an amputee. The staff was so accommodating and helpful. I had a blast. The weather was great, and got to meet some nice people from London, New York and Nashville our boat buddies.
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Jodi_s
Jul 20, 2025
Fabulous afternoon... - Fabulous afternoon rafting with our guide, Rachel. She took great care of our kids, shared knowledge of the area and made the whole experience fun. Both of my kids loved it. Highly recommend!
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Nga_p
Jul 17, 2025
Highlight of our trip - Our first river rafting experience and it was breathtaking, amazing, and stunning views. A family fun, cool, and safe trip. The teenagers in party love the splashes and gets to go in the freezing water at the end. An unforgettable experience for us all. Our guide, David was the best and gave us the best splashes. Thanks David!
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Ryan_k
Jul 6, 2025
So much fun! Right level... - So much fun! Right level of excitement for kids and first-timers. Fantastic staffers - each caring, informative and humorous. Will go again when visiting area!
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L4697eqgabrielled
Jul 3, 2025
AMAZING! - Had an amazing time with our awesome tour guide David! He gave us great instructions and made the ride extra fun. Will be back for sure:)
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Mark_g
Jul 3, 2025
First timers - This was our first time experience and we loved it. This was a level 3 water rafting tour and just about right for us. Highly recommended family activity.
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Brittany_p
Jul 3, 2025
Had a great time,... - Had a great time, everyone was so helpful. Our guide Alex was the best, highly recommend! Would suggest for all ages
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Hannahce8492vl
Jul 2, 2025
FUNN - My friends and I went water rafting for the first time, and we had an absolute blast! Prami, our guide, was kind, attentive, and made sure we felt safe the whole time. The guides were all friendly, professional, and clearly knew what they were doing. Everything was well-organized and so much fun. We highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for adventure!
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Jonathan_l
Jun 30, 2025
Great time! Fun for Adults and kids. Would do it again. - This was a great experience, these guys are pros every step of the way. From helping us get all over gear to going down the river. All of the guides had great personalities and really entertaining! All out great experience!!
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Sightsee789083
Jul 10, 2025
Great experience! - We had a good time. The guides were very helpful and nice. The place was easy to find. It's a must do activity if you are looking for some adventure.
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From $107
up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).