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Whitewater Rafting – Kananaskis

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Season 2024 dates May – October are flexible and extend as long as weather allows. Occasional changes in regular operating times may occur due to weather.  

Nestled in the Canadian Rockies, Canmore offers outdoor adventures year-round. From hiking and biking in the summer to skiing and snowboarding in the winter, this charming town is a paradise for nature lovers. Explore local galleries, shops, and restaurants, and keep an eye out for wildlife like elk and bears!

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Kananaskis Whitewater with Canadian Rockies Rafting: Essential Info

The Basics

Canadian Rockies Rafting’s Kananaskis Whitewater tour starts 45 minutes from Canmore, a wild splash—$110/adult (16+), $75/youth (5-15) + GST, kids under 5 not welcome. This 4-hour adventure, with 2 hours on the river, hits Class 2-3 rapids year-round, departing 9:45 AM or 1:15 PM from Stoney Nakoda Resort, 888 Nakoda Way, a scenic jaunt.

What’s Included

Gear up with Canadian Rockies Rafting—wetsuit, booties, cozy fleece, splash jacket, lifejacket, helmet—for a thrilling paddle. Surf through Kananaskis Country’s dam-controlled waves, float calm pools too, and try a chilly dip at Widow Maker rapid—guides keep it lively. Action photos by pros land online 24-48 hours later, proof of your soaked grin.

Key Details

$110/adult (16+), $75/youth (5-15) + GST—book online quick, full payment due, 48-hour cancellation for refund if weather’s good. Drive to Stoney Nakoda (free parking lot) or shuttle from Canmore ($15, 8:45 AM/12:45 PM)—bring some cash. No swim skills needed, but rapids hit hard—river’s 8°C (46°F), layer up smart.

Why Go

Canadian Rockies Rafting’s Kananaskis Whitewater mixes solid thrills with stunning Rockies foothills beauty—25+ years of guiding expertise. Over 700,000 summer visitors flood Bow Valley—slots vanish fast, so don’t wait. Class 2-3 rapids suit newbies or pros craving a fun rush—guides make it seamless every paddle.

Plan It

Year-round, 9:45 AM or 1:15 PM starts—4 hours total, 8-10 rafters max, paddles churning steady. Bring swimsuit, towel, dry clothes—lockers at base keep gear safe and dry. June-July’s peak flow rocks; spring’s milder. No food included; eat after. Confirm with Canadian Rockies Rafting—dates fill early every year.

Whitewater Rafting – Kananaskis

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