Chinook Rafting
Chinook Rafting
5
08:00 - 19:00
Monday
08:00 - 19:00
Tuesday
08:00 - 19:00
Wednesday
08:00 - 19:00
Thursday
08:00 - 19:00
Friday
08:00 - 19:00
Saturday
08:00 - 19:00
Sunday
08:00 - 19:00
About
Closest whitewater rafting available from Banff and Calgary with daily half day trips. Whether you want Mild or Wild, our fun-loving professional guides will provide you with the best whitewater rafting adventure. Perfect activity for families (5 years and up), and groups like Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties or your Corporate Team Building Event.
Banff, Alberta, Canada

Awards
Travellers' Choice
2023

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Jenna Natalyia L
Calgary, Canada1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Friends
So much fun i highly recommend. We were lucky enough to have Tadhg as our guide, he was excellent. This is something that is fun to do as a local.
Written 30 November 2023
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Hi, thank you for the review and recommendation for local guests! We are glad you had a great time with Tadhg. We will share the feedback with him. Hope to see you again!
Written 19 December 2023
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Orlaith ‘O Callaghan
Dublin, Ireland1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Friends
We had the most amazing experience, the laughs, the stories, not what I expected. Gav made the trip worthwhile, he had so much life experience & knowledge to share. From giving it a good paddle to cruising down the taking in the views. It’s a memory that will last a lifetime. You have a good one there with Gav, & the Irish guy he has a few wise cracks as we’re getting prepped before getting started. You have a lovely team. The views are amazing. If I come back🤞 Gav is our man. Beautiful soul
Written 19 October 2023
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Hi, Thank you for such a nice review! We are excited that you connect so well with our guide, Gav! We will ensure he and the team will get your kind words! Best!
Written 19 December 2023
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DAJ74
Las Vegas, Nevada111 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Friends
Our groups had the honor to be on Gav’s team, he kept the tour fun and was full of information regarding the natural history of the river. The trip was amazing, thanks Gav!
Written 25 September 2023
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Hi Jason, I am happy to hear that you were a proud member of Gav's team! Thank you for leaving such a nice review for us and Gav! Hope to see you again!
Written 19 December 2023
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AMR
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Friends
Team Tadhg!! Wow, this rafting experience was a highlight of our trip! Tadhg was amazing and made our adventure even more exciting. Everyone in our group was hoping our names would be called to ride with Tadhg. He didn't disappoint! Such a fun day!!
Written 10 September 2023
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Hey there! We're stoked to hear that Tadhg gave you a day to remember! Thanks for shouting out his superb skills. We can't wait to have you all back for another river adventure!
Written 19 December 2023
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Beverley M
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
Such a professional organisation, made the experience exciting but safe. Adrian was a superb event leader and guide. All the guides were keen to make the experience fun! A great experience that I would recommend to all ages.
Written 10 September 2023
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Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. We're happy to hear that Adrian and our team made your adventure both exciting and safe. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience.
Written 19 December 2023
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lori w
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Friends
Team Gav - the crazy Scot! You made our afternoon. What a fun time on a beautiful September day.
Written 9 September 2023
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Thanks for a great review! Hope to see you again in the Rockies!
Written 19 December 2023
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Peter W
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Friends
Awesome afternoon on the river. Had a great time. All the staff were fantastic but our guide Gavin was the best.

A must due adventure when you are in Banff.
Written 8 September 2023
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Thank you so much for your great review! We're thrilled to hear you had an awesome time on the river and that our staff, especially Gavin, made your adventure memorable. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in Banff!
Written 19 December 2023
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Heather Y
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Friends
This was such a fun day with awesome crew - from the instructions and gear check to the transportation and rafting - 10/10 would recommend! My friends and I had high hesitations because it was a cold and rainy morning but we are so happy we did it! The crew was reassuring, educational and so much fun!
Written 8 September 2023
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Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends had a fantastic day on the river despite the cold and rainy weather. Our crew works hard to ensure everyone feels confident and safe, all while having a great time, so it's wonderful to know that their efforts paid off. We're glad that the gear, instructions, and transportation all met your expectations and contributed to a memorable adventure. We hope you had a great rest of your stay!
Written 19 December 2023
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Larry J
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Family
I booked this with my three adult sons on our four day trip and did not know what to expect. It turned out to be one of the top highlights of our trip. We arrived early to avoid any hassle which there was none of staff were super friendly they told us we had time if we wanted to walk around which we did at the beautiful lake there. When it was time the guides were easy to follow with their information on how to suit up and were very funny had people laughing through out his explanation. Once we're at the river we were paired up with our guide Gav who made the trip great again another funny guy always smiling and making jokes, you could tell he has been doing this for awhile and new exactly where to raft would be going and made sure everyone in the boat was wet. It was an absolute blast and highly recommended our guide Gav if you can get him.
Written 6 September 2023
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Thank you so much for your nice review! We're thrilled to hear that your rafting adventure with Gav was a highlight of your trip. It's great to know that our team's friendliness and humor added to your experience. We appreciate your review and hope to see you and your family on the river again soon!
Written 19 December 2023
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Ricky D
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Friends
Tadhg truly made this rafting trip a 10/10. Would highly recommend getting into Tadhg’s raft. He was hilarious and gave us the best rafting experience!
Written 5 September 2023
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Thank you so much for your awesome review! We're thrilled to hear that Tadhg made your bachelor party rafting trip unforgettable. We'll be sure to pass on your compliments to him. Looking forward to your next adventure with us!
Written 19 December 2023
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