Family-fun guided whitewater rafting down the Athabasca River from Jasper

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2 hrs
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From 5 years-old and up
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Go whitewater rafting with the whole family on the Athabasca Expressway – the perfect adventure among the Canadian Rockies for explorers of all ages!

Go whitewater rafting with the whole family on the Athabasca Expressway – the perfect adventure among the Canadian Rockies for explorers of all ages!

The Athabasca river snakes its way through the beautiful Athabasca Valley in Jasper National Park, and offers breathtaking views of grand mountains, dense pine forests, and even the occasional wildlife spotting! You’ll be able to take this all in whilst cruising downriver and splashing over five sets of small but vigorous Class 2 rapids!

This whitewater rafting tour of the Athabasca River begins in downtown Jasper where you will meet your guides and be transported to the raft launch site. Once there, you will be equipped with everything you need for the rafting excursion, including lifejackets, paddles, and even a wetsuit and booties if necessary. You will also be given thorough instructions and a safety briefing, and then you are ready to face the great Athabasca!

No previous experience with rafting is needed – this whitewater rafting tour of the Athabasca river from Jasper is a great option for an introductory experience to whitewater rafting and an ideal choice for families with young kids! Your expert, licensed guide will skillfully maneuver the raft and make sure everyone is safe during all the excitement of racing with the current so that you can focus on having fun in Jasper National Park!

Book your family friendly whitewater adventure from Jasper now and build memories that will last a lifetime!

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Practical information

2 hour guided whitewater rafting tour of the Athabasca River in Jasper National Park - perfect for beginners to the sport and younger children. The tour includes transportation from downtown Jasper to the raft launch site and back again, and the rafting portion of the tour will last 1 hour in total and tackle Class 2 rapids over an 8 km stretch.

Course of events

-Check in at meeting point 15 minutes before trip departure time

-Meet guides

-30 minute bus journey from downtown Jasper to raft launch site

-Change into rafting gear

-Receive safety and activity briefing

-Get equipped

-Begin your 1 hour/8 km (5 mile) rafting adventure!

-End of rafting tour

-Change into warm clothing

-Transport back to Jasper (30 minutes)

Activity requirements

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Check-in with your guides at the meeting location is required 15 minutes before your trip's departure time.

On arrival you will be required to sign a liability waiver.

Special terms

Paid all day public parking is available in the public parking lot of the meeting point, including limited RV parking.

Spoken languages:English
Meeting point:
The public parking lot on the corner of Connaught Drive & Hazel Avenue – beside washroom building and opposite the gas station.
Included
  • Licensed guide
  • Rafts
  • Paddles
  • Wetsuits
  • Booties
  • Life jackets
  • Splash jacket
Excluded
  • Photos: 1 Photo: $20 | 3 Photos: $30 | All Photos: $40
Do not forget to bring
  • Swimsuit
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Wool socks (depending on weather)
  • Fleece/wool sweater (depending on weather)

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