Family Rafting Adventure | Kicking Horse River
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Enjoy a mild whitewater rafting trip on the Kicking Horse River, the best rafting river in the Canadian Rockies. On this gentle rafting expedition, spend an hour paddling Class I and II rapids at a leisurely pace with your guide, and maybe even share in a rival raft water fight!. This trip is for perfect for the little adventurers. This activity is for families with children 8-11 years.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 8 years
Children must weigh at least 50 lbs (23 kg) to participate
This trip is reserved for families with children ages 8 to 11
Your trip includes all river-rafting gear: wetsuit, fleece, spray jacket, life jacket, neoprene booties and helmet. It is recommended that you bring a towel and swimsuit.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Certified guide
All river-rafting equipment
Local taxes
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Photos of your adventure are available for purchase
No food and drink provided. Snacks available for purchase
What To Expect
Kicking Horse River
This family river rafting tour is on the famous Kicking Horse River, located approximately 1.25 hours west of Banff. The Kicking Horse is one of Canada's premier destinations for fun, sun and river rapids! We operate all of your rafting trips on this stretch of river. The Family Rafting Adventure rafts the gentle upper canyon.
This is our raft base and where all the action starts. Have some little adventurers and want a gentle raft trip? The Family Whitewater Adventure is perfect for families seeking a calmer river experience. Starting from our private river base, enjoy a serene float down the Kicking Horse River. Marvel at the scenery, lookout for wildlife and enjoy some commentary from our friendly guides. Then, it’s onto some whitewater! Get a taste of the rapids, enjoy the splashes from class 1-3 waves and maybe even share in a rival raft water fight. At trips end, back in dry clothes, check out your group rafting shots in our lodge and maybe pick up a souvenir of your day. Lunch may be available for purchase on the day.
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Family Whitewater
Reviews
51 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Family Fun
Michele S,
Jul 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great time. We originally booked the gentle float but after the first half kids begged to keep going. Ty/Landon/Matias made the trip memorable! And trust them - the fleece jackets work !!
OUR guide was excellent and we had a...
David M,
Sep 3, 2017
- Viator
4.00OUR guide was excellent and we had a lot of fun. The only draw back was the lack of photos. Other sites have go pros for rent but kicking horse does not.
When I booked this tour I thought it...
Kerry B,
Jul 2, 2016
- Viator
5.00When I booked this tour I thought it was a float, so when we arrived to find that it was real rapids we were a little apprehensive. However the whole adventure was fantastic and we all thought this was probably the highlight of our holiday and there were lots of highlights. All the staff were amazing, from the bus driver who was also the photographer to the raft guide. The equipment was all good quality and the lunch was delicious. I would definitely recommend this for anyone wanting an exciting and fun day. Our group consisted of my husband who is nearly 70, myself a bit younger, my 30 daughter and son-in-law. We had in our raft a 14 year old and a 16 year old and we all managed really well with the expert instructions from our fantastic guide Eric. An amazing day.
Great fun. Guide was superb...
Karen R,
Aug 10, 2015
- Viator
5.00Great fun. Guide was superb. Highlight of the holiday for my children!
Possibly my fault but i had no idea...
arehman.rajhi,
Jul 27, 2014
- Viator
3.00Possibly my fault but i had no idea this was 1 hour and 45mts driving distance away from my hotel. I booked this as a Banff visit - actually had I known exactly where this was I would have booked it when I was staying at Lake Louise which was much closer. Nevertheless - we got up early and drove 120km into BC for this. Excellent guide, preparation and equipment - only regret was I felt slightly unsatisfied after the event - 1 hour long ride 9which is sufficient) but only to the tail end we see some Class 3 rapids and suddenly it is over. Trip could have been more balanced interim of Class 1, 2 and 3 rapids.
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