July 17, 2024
Rafting and camping are perfectly suited to each other. After a great trip on the river, nothing is finer than closing out the day in a quiet setting with a…
Kicking Horse River Rafting Trips
Welcome to Wild Water Adventures! Since 1992, we’ve provided top quality whitewater rafting trips on the world-famous Kicking Horse River. We’re a tight-knit crew who pride ourselves on offering the finest and best organized trips, and our guests would agree! For many years, we’ve been ranked on TripAdvisor as the #1 outdoor activity in the region.
SAFETY
Well trained guides, high quality equipment and a solid risk management plan are all part of what we do here. Safety is our top priority.
EXPERIENCE
We have over 30 years of experience rafting the best white water in the area, the Kicking Horse River! Be ready for the adventure of a lifetime.
LOCATION
We have the closest River Base to Lake Louise, Banff, Canmore and Calgary which means less driving for you. Our River Base is fully serviced for your comfort and enjoyment.
MOST POPULAR RAFTING TRIPS
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Whitewater Exciter
Whitewater Exciter
Our most popular half-day excursion features the biggest and best whitewater rapids in the Canadian Rockies. An exhilarating adventure awaits with unforgettable whitewater experiences!
- Adults: $133
- 3 Hours
- Ages 12+ & 90lbs (41kg)
Great for Families
Gentle
Gentle
Ideal for families and those looking for a milder river journey. This trip offers scenic sections, paired with fun, splashy whitewater, through the beautiful Kicking Horse River Valley.
- Adults: $112 | Child: $89
- 3 Hours
- Ages 8+ & 50lbs (23kg)
The Complete Experience
The Tradition
The Tradition
Experience the ultimate adventure on this trip, combining stunning Kicking Horse River Valley scenery with the thrill of the Rockies’ biggest rapids. A complete package of beauty and excitement!
- Adults: $195
- 5 Hours
- Ages 12+ & 90lbs (41kg)
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Create the ultimate Canadian Rockies experience! Combine your rafting trip with another exciting outdoor adventure.
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About Wild Water Adventures
Welcome to Wild Water Adventures! Since 1992, guests from around the world have enjoyed our fun, exciting and enriching whitewater rafting trips on the world-famous Kicking Horse River.
We pride ourselves on our reputation for offering the finest, and most organized, whitewater rafting trips on one of the most thrilling and history-rich rivers in Canada!
Our Kicking Horse rafting trips are just outside Banff and Yoho National Parks, alongside TransCanada Highway 1, just a short drive from Lake Louise, Alberta or Golden, British Columbia.
Our trips are perfect for singles, couples, families and groups who are enjoying all that Banff and Lake Louise have to offer. All abilities, from first-timers to experienced rafters, and ages, from 8 to 88, are welcome on our rafts, making this an ideal Canadian Rocky Mountain experience for all. Our most popular Kicking Horse rafting trips are available, daily, from mid-May through mid-September.
Choose from a variety of dynamic white water rafting trips, ranging from ‘mild to wild’! Our Kicking Horse River rafting roster includes half-day trips, full-length trips, and multi-adventure packages for those looking to maximize fun!
Our white water rafting trips are touted on TripAdvisor, by rafters like yourself, as the best white water rafting the area has to offer.
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June 27, 2024
Rivers, like people, have character and personality; traits that are particular, or peculiar. One river may be gentle and mild, another tough and temperamental. No two rivers, or sections of…
June 16, 2024
Whitewater rafting in British Columbia is beyond compare. Those tiny water droplets tumbling down steep-sided mountains, turning into swirling, frothy frenzies entice adventurers of all ages.