1.5 – 2 hours river time, taking in the spectacular views of the Rocky Mountain Foothills.
A professional river guide with each boat, who will explain and demonstrate paddle, safety and emergency techniques.
All safety equipment: wetsuits, lifejacket, helmet, rainjacket, wetsuit booties and gloves.
Transportation from our meeting point at Nakoda Lakeside Lodge to and from the river. You will be brought back to your vehicle at the end of the trip.
Optional transport from Banff/Canmore.
How long is the tour?
The Kananaskis River Rafting Tour starts at the Nakoda Lakeside Lodge at at 1:30pm (meet time 1:15pm) and runs for 4 hours, which includes 1.5 to 2 hours on the water. You will be back at Nakoda Lakeside Lodge at approximately 5:15pm. Please allow an additional 30 minutes to an hour if you require transport to the RiverBase at Nakoda Lakeside Lodge from Banff or Canmore.
The Horseshoe Canyon Rafting Tour starts at the Nakoda Lakeside Lodge at 8:15am (meet time 8:10am) and runs for 4 hours, which includes 1.5 to 2 hours on the water. You will be back at Nakoda Lakeside Lodge at approximately 12:00pm. Please allow an additional 30 minutes to an hour if you require transport to the RiverBase at Nakoda Lakeside Lodge from Banff or Canmore.
When does the tour run?
For the Kananaskis River daily at 1:30pm, from mid May to mid September.
For the Horseshoe Canyon daily at 8:15am, from mid May to early September.
How much does the tour cost?
The Kananaskis Rafting Tour is Adult $97 + $3 river fee + tax (age 16 and above). Children $62 + $3 river fee + tax (ages 5 – 15 years old). If you require transport from Banff or Canmore it is an additional $10 per person.
The Horseshoe Canyon Rafting Tour is $102 + $3 river fee + tax (age 12 and above). If you require transport from Banff or Canmore it is an additional $10 per person.
Are there any other fees?
There is a $3 river fee per person on all of our rates, plus 5% Alberta goods and services tax. Please note that credit card payments are subject to a 3.5% processing fee.
How old do you have to be?
For the Kananaskis River the minimum age requirement is 5 years. If the guest is unaccompanied by an adult the minimum age is 16 years old, but the parent must be at Nakoda Lakeside Lodge to sign the waiver.
For the Horseshoe Canyon the minimum age requirement is 12 years. If the guest is unaccompanied by an adult the minimum age is 16 years old, but the parent must be at Nakoda Lakeside Lodge to sign the waiver.
Are there any weight restrictions?
For the Kananaskis River the minimum weight is 40lbs and the maximum weight is 350lbs.
For the Horseshoe Canyon the minimum weight is 90lbs and the maximum weight is 350lbs.
Can I book a group tour? Is there a discount?
Yes, you can book a group tour and based on the number of guests (9 or more adults), a discount can be offered at the time of booking. Please see our Groups page for online group discounts or call our store to make your booking on 1 866 330 7238
What is your cancellation policy?
There is a 48 hour cancellation policy, you can change/cancel or refund your booking 48 hours outside your booked tour (up to 7 days for group bookings of 9 or more participants).