Jasper Athabasca Falls: Class 2+ Family Whitewater Rafting

Discover a spectacular stretch of the Athabasca River where canyon whitewater gives way to expansive mountain scenery. Begin at the base of Athabasca Falls, where rushing water flows into the Athabasca Canyon and the whitewater action starts right away. Navigate a series of exciting Class 2+ rapids between high rock walls, surrounded by a remarkably secluded wilderness setting. As you travel downstream, watch the scenery transform as the canyon gives way to the wide-open Athabasca Valley. The river widens, the rapids become more spaced out and sweeping Canadian Rockies views unfold around you. This combination of exciting canyon whitewater and spectacular mountain scenery makes the 12 km (7.5-mile) Canyon Run an adventure that adults and children can enjoy together. No previous rafting experience is required, and ages 5+ are welcome.

Travel approximately 30 minutes from Jasper to the base of Athabasca Falls in Jasper National Park, where you'll gear up and receive a safety briefing and paddle instruction from your certified river guide before climbing aboard your six-person, self-bailing raft. Launch onto the Athabasca River where rushing water from the falls pours through a narrow passage and into the wider Athabasca Canyon. The action begins right away as your guide navigates a series of Class 2+ rapids between the high rock walls. Surrounded by the canyon and wilderness, this first section delivers plenty of whitewater excitement in a remarkably secluded setting. Further downstream, the landscape transforms as the canyon opens and the river widens into the Athabasca Valley. The rapids become more spaced out, giving you time between the whitewater to take in expansive views of the surrounding Canadian Rockies. With 12 km (7.5 miles) of river and approximately 1.5 hours on the water, the Canyon Run combines whitewater excitement, distinctive canyon scenery and spectacular mountain views in a family-friendly rafting adventure. No previous rafting experience is required, and ages 5+ are welcome.

• 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 your swimsuit under your regular clothes to make changing easier. Bring a towel and warm clothing for afterwards, 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.

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