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Golden, BC: Kicking Horse River Family Rafting with Lunch

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Golden, BC: Kicking Horse River Family Rafting with Lunch
Top rated
4.925 out of 5 stars
4.9
4.925 out of 5 stars
40 reviews

Raft in the calm Upper Canyon of the Kicking Horse River on a trip designed for families and nervous riders. Float through Yoho National Park, get splashed, and enjoy a riverside BBQ lunch.

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Duration 4 hours
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Highlighted reviews from other travelers

J
Janna – United States

Loved all of it! We opted for the”Family Float” because we really wanted to take in the scenery- it did not disappoint! The rafting was fun and had a little thrill to it but we could absorb all the beautiful landscape. Our guide was the best and provided great information and had a great sense of humor. He was warm and welcoming and we always felt safe. They even added a little hike up a waterfall. It was the perfect excursion!!!!

T
Tracy – Canada

This was a memory-maker! The staff was so friendly and FUN!! Thank you for giving these Prairie girls an amazing BC experience!!

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Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    1509 Lafontaine Rd

  • Golden

    Safety briefing

  • Bus/coach

    (25 minutes)

  • Kicking Horse River

    Safety briefing

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    Kicking Horse River

    Rafting (1.5 hours)

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    Kicking Horse River

    Lunch (45 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (20 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    1509 Lafontaine Rd

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Beautiful scenery in the Canadian Rocky Mountains
  • Fast paced float with some splashes
  • Enjoy a waterfall stop
  • Riverside BBQ lunch
  • Gentle river rafting trip that's family friendly

Full description

Enjoy a family friendly rafting tour on Kicking Horse River. Suitable for kids as young as 4, and anyone who doesn't want to raft on big whitewater.

Meet at the rafting base in Golden, BC. Get set up with your rafting gear and the bus will drive you to the river.

Raft along 14 km on the calm Upper Canyon of the Kicking Horse River. This trip starts in Yoho National Park and will have you floating through beautiful forests and mountain scenery. There are some splashes, but it's not a big whitewater trip.

You have the option to go for a swim if you're feeling up to it and will finish your tour with a riverside BBQ lunch. Choose an item hot off the grill, and from a variety of other snacks and drinks.

At the end of your trip, the bus will drive you back to the rafting base where you can get changed and enjoy a hot shower.

Includes

  • BBQ lunch
  • All rafting equipment (wetsuit, boots, splash top, helmet, PFD, paddle)
  • Bus transport to and from the river from our base in Golden, BC
  • An experienced river guide
  • Photos and videos are available for purchase
  • Gratuities are not included
  • Hotel pickup or drop-off

Not suitable for

  • Children under 4 years
  • Children under 33 lbs (15 kg)

Meeting point

Meet at the Glacier Raft Company rafting base. See a large billboard and a whitewater rafting sign. There is a large parking lot where you'll leave your vehicle for the day. A staff member will meet you upon arrival to get you checked in.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Towel

Not allowed

  • Intoxication
  • Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

  • This tour will take place rain or shine.

From $81 per person

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Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 40 reviews

Review summary

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  • Value for money
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Janna – United StatesJune 22, 2024 – Verified booking
Loved all of it! We opted for the”Family Float” because we really wanted to take in the scenery- it did not disappoint! The rafting was fun and had a little thrill to it but we could absorb all the beautiful landscape. Our guide was the best and provided great information and had a great sense of humor. He was warm and welcoming and we always felt safe. They even added a little hike up a waterfall. It was the perfect excursion!!!!
T
Tracy – CanadaJuly 16, 2024 – Verified booking
This was a memory-maker! The staff was so friendly and FUN!! Thank you for giving these Prairie girls an amazing BC experience!!
J
John – United KingdomJuly 15, 2024 – Verified booking
Fabulous, leisurely trip down the river. Our guide Diego was superb.

Product ID: 414597

Activity provider:Glacier Raft Company
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