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Jasper Athabasca River: Family-Friendly Whitewater Rafting

Location Jasper, Alberta, Canada
$75.11
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Experience a whitewater rafting adventure that fits easily into your Jasper sightseeing day. Located just a short drive from downtown Jasper, this 8-km (5-mile) stretch of the Athabasca River combines five sets of fun, splashy Class 2 rapids with peaceful stretches of flowing water in between. Paddle with your guide through the river’s changing pace, taking in mountain scenery from a different perspective and keeping an eye out for wildlife along the riverbanks. With approximately one hour on the water and a complete round trip of around two hours, “The Expressway” offers a genuine whitewater experience without taking up half your day. No previous rafting experience is required, making it a great choice for families, first-time rafters and anyone looking to add rafting to a day of exploring Jasper.
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Jasper Athabasca River: Family-Friendly Whitewater Rafting
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

  • Approximately 1 hour of rafting (2-hour round trip from Jasper)
  • Professional, certified river guide
  • Round-trip transportation from the designated meeting point in Jasper
  • Wetsuit, paddle jacket, life jacket and neoprene booties
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point
Check in 15 minutes before your scheduled departure at the white Maligne Rafting van in the public parking lot at the corner of Connaught Drive and Hazel Avenue (638 Connaught Drive, Jasper). Look for the van parked near the public washrooms, opposite the Shell gas station.
Return details
Check in 15 minutes before your scheduled departure at the white Maligne Rafting van in the public parking lot at the corner of Connaught Drive and Hazel Avenue (638 Connaught Drive, Jasper). Look for the van parked near the public washrooms, opposite the Shell gas station.

  • Jasper
    Check in at the Maligne Rafting meeting point in Jasper, then take a short, approximately 15-minute bus ride to the Athabasca River. Change into the provided rafting gear and receive a safety briefing and paddle instruction from your certified river guide before launching.
  • Athabasca River
    Raft 8 km (5 miles) down a scenic section of the Athabasca River known as “The Expressway.” Five sets of fun, splashy Class 2 rapids are spaced throughout the run, with stretches of peaceful flowing water in between. Paddle with your guide through the river’s changing pace, enjoying Jasper’s mountain scenery during the quieter stretches and keeping an eye out for wildlife along the riverbanks before the next set of rapids brings another splashy burst of excitement. No previous rafting experience is required, making this a great introduction to whitewater for families and first-time rafters.
  • Jasper
    Finish your river adventure near Old Fort Point, just minutes from downtown Jasper. Change out of your rafting gear, then take the short bus ride back to the Maligne Rafting meeting point. With the complete experience taking approximately 2 hours, there’s still plenty of time to enjoy more of Jasper before or after your rafting adventure.

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Participants must be at least 5 years old.
  • Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult parent or guardian.
  • No previous rafting experience is required.
  • Wear a swimsuit under your regular clothes to make changing into rafting gear easier. Bring a towel and warm clothing for afterward, plus water and a snack.
  • Wetsuits, paddle jackets, life jackets and neoprene booties are provided. On colder days, bring an additional fleece, wool or other non-cotton layer to wear under your paddle jacket.
  • Trips depart rain or shine.
  • Check in 15 minutes before your scheduled departure at the white Maligne Rafting van in the public parking lot at the corner of Connaught Drive and Hazel Avenue (638 Connaught Drive, Jasper).
  • All participants must complete a liability waiver before rafting.
  • All departure times are in Alberta Mountain Time (MT).
  • The complete experience takes approximately 2 hours, including transportation, changing, safety briefing and approximately 1 hour on the river. Return times are approximate and may vary due to traffic and river conditions.
  • Minimum participant numbers apply. If minimum numbers are not met, you will be offered an alternative departure or a full refund.
  • Raft assignments are made at the guides' discretion based on group size and safety considerations. We will make every effort to keep parties together.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Jasper Athabasca River: Family-Friendly Whitewater Rafting

    Location Jasper, Alberta, Canada
    $75.11
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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