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Rafting Adventure on the Kicking Horse River

5.0(69)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 69 reviews5 hFree cancellationBy Glacier Raft Company - Day Tours
Rafting the Kicking Horse River

About this activity

The Kicking Horse River in Golden, British Columbia provides the best white water rafting in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Our company has been providing river rafting trips on the Kicking Horse since 1982, as well as other beautiful rivers in this area.

What's included

  • ✓Bus shuttle to and from river
  • ✓BBQ lunch (Full Day Discovery & Gentle Family Rafting tours)
  • ✓Professional raft guide
  • ✓Local taxes
  • ✓All gear needed on river

Not included

  • ✕Gratuities
  • ✕Merchandise

Meeting and pickup

  • Next to Banner Recreation in Golden BC. We are on Mountain Time - same as Alberta! Apple Maps is not directing customers to the correct location. Please take exit 780 off Highway 1 and follow the signs to our office. We are located just off the traffic circle on Golden-Donald Upper Road.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age for Full Day Discovery and Half Day Express is 12 years old and 90 lbs (41 kg)
  • Minimum age for Gentle Family Rafting is 7 years old and 50 lbs (23 kg)
  • Please advise your lunch preference, if tour with lunch is selected (Full Day Discovery and Gentle Family Rafting): hamburger, veggie burger, breaded chicken burger or smokie (big hot dog); Please send us a message after checkout to advise the requested information
  • Please advise of any allergies or special dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Guests under the age of 19 must have a parent or guardian present to sign their waiver
  • We are on the Mountain Time zone (same as Alberta!)

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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