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.
