Whitewater Rafting

Wet ‘N’ Wild Adventures Ltd. offers unforgettable daily white water trips on the mighty Kicking Horse River in Golden BC located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. We are close to Calgary, Canmore, Banff, and Lake Louise. Wet ‘N’ Wild is a family run business that has been operating for 20 years and we pride ourselves on customer service. The Wet N Wild office is located in Golden BC. Offering white water rafting trips on the Kicking Horse river from May till September, the Wet N Wild staff invites you to join the adventure. No experience required.
Wet N Wild has all new Hyside rafts this season.
All Wet N Wild Rates include the Land use Fee that other companies charge.
Wet N Wild Adventures is the ONLY company on the Kicking Horse River with FREE HOT SHOWERS!!

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Full Day Trip
Half Day Trip
Introduction to Whitewater
Lower Canyon
Double Excitement
Full Day + Lower
Jet Boat Adventures
Corporate Team Building Adventures

Classification of the Rapids


I – Moving water
II - Small waves
III - Easy maneuvering rapids, waves
IV - Intense rapids, technical maneuvering
V – Long, long powerful rapids….Hang on!
VI - Waterfall-DON’T GO
The Kicking Horse river is divided into 3 10km sections.
Big water

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Full Day

20km Class 1-4 Rapids, sections 1 & 2
This is a great trip for newcomers to the sport. The trip starts at a relaxing scenic pace with opportunities to view various plant and wildlife species. We stop after 10 kms for a mouth watering BBQ lunch riverside. After lunch its back to the raft for the remaining 10 kms where you will encounter some of best white water the Kicking Horse river has to offer. Transportation from our office in Golden to and from the river is free. We do offer a shuttle service from Banff, Canmore, and Lake Louise. Age restriction is 12 yrs and 90lbs. Offered 7 days a week!

Departure Time: 10:30AM | $99 per person $115 for those coming on Canmore, Banff, Lake Louise Shuttle

Morning Introduction

10 Kms Class 1-3 Rapids, section 1
This is an excellent trip for families with younger children or for those who want a little taste of white water. This is a scenic relaxing trip which ends with a mouth watering BBQ lunch served riverside. We will take children as young as 5 yrs. Offered 7 days a week!
Departure Time: 10:30AM | $60 per person ($40 for children under 12)

Half Day

10kms Class 1-4 Rapids, section 2
Our half-day guests will join our full day guests down the middle section of the Kicking Horse River where they will encounter some of the best white water on the river. The half-day trip offers 1km of continuous class 4 white water and lots of class 3 to follow. Age restriction is 12yrs and 90 lbs, however we do advise that children under 14 do the full day trip. Offered Sun-Fri.
Departure Time: 12:30PM | $69 per person

Lower Canyon

10 kms Class 1-4 rapids, section 3
Wet N Wild Adventures runs the lower canyon on a daily basis. This section of river can be added to your full or half day trip. The lower canyon is the most challenging section of river and is suited for the adrenaline seeker. We do not recommend this section for first time rafters. The lower canyon has 2.5 km of continuous class 4 white water. This section also offer beautiful scenic views. Age restriction is 16yrs. Offered Sun-Fri.
Departure Time: 2:00PM | $69 per person $50 to add to full or half-day trip

Double Excitement

20 kms Class 1-4 Rapids, sections 2 & 3
This trip is a combo of the Half-day and lower canyon. The double excitement will give a rush to the most experienced rafter.
Departure Time: 12:30PM | $119 per person Offered 7 days a week!

Full Day + Lower Canyon

All 3 sections
This is every section of the Kicking Horse River, and is the best trip offered. A mouthwatering BBQ lunch is served riverside with this trip. Offered 7 days a week!
Departure Time: 10:30AM | $149 per person

Two day Raft & Ride



This trip is one full day of rafting and one day of guided mountain horse back riding. You can choose from a 1hr or 2hr. horse ride with Flying W Trail rides
Prices are as follows:
1 hr | $30.00
2 hr | $54.00
Please call for details.

Raft N Stay for 2


Enjoy a cozy night stay at McLaren Lodge followed by our thrilling Full day whitewater rafting adventure.
$265.00 for 2 with Full Day Tour
$305.00 for 2 with Double Excitement tour

Jet, Raft N Stay for 2


Join us for our famous Full day rafting tour and then enjoy a cozy night stay at McLaren Lodge followed by a exhilarating 1 hour jet boat tour.

$425.00 for 2 guests

Jet N Raft


Enjoy our morning jet boat tours up the Kicking Horse Lower Canyon, followed by our half day white water tour on the Kicking Horse River
Departure Time: 10:15AM | $154 per person $169 with out of town transportation
Twin Towers

Transportation:

The BUSWet N Wild Adventures offers a Shuttle service from Canmore, Banff, and Lake Louise for the full day trip only. Please ask booking agent for pick up time when booking your trip. The shuttle takes you through the majestic rocky mountains where our professional driver will inform you of points of interest along the way. All of our shuttles are new, clean, and well maintained. Shuttle available daily.

We Provide:

  • Free transportation to and from the river from our office in Golden.
  • Wet suits, booties, and gloves (cleaned daily).
  • Government approved life jackets and helmets.
  • Spay jackets and wool sweaters.
  • Quality river and safety gear.
  • Experienced Government certified river guide.
  • Mouth watering lunch (full day & introduction only-not on Saturday’s)
  • Out of town shuttle available for full day. $115 for full day.
  • Quality photo service. CD’s available for purchase.

You Provide:

  • Swim wear.
  • Towel.
  • Water proof camera (optional)
  • A smile.

Frequently asked questions

Responsibility Code

Wet N Wild Adventures company Ltd. and guides are Government certified. We are trained in wilderness first aid and river rescue ensuring professional and safe river trips. The Wet N Wild Adventure Company Ltd. makes every effort to assure a safe trip, however do to the nature of the sport neither the company nor the staff shall be responsible for any damages, injuries, losses, delays, or expenses whether to person or property. You must acknowledge these risks in the river running by signing a liability release prior to the departure.
We are members of the Kicking Horse Rafting Association, Golden Chamber of Commerce, and the Rocky Mountain Visitor Association.

Please arrive 30mins in advance for check in
Prices do not include 5% goods and services tax.
Cancellation policy is 48 hrs/100%.
No Refunds
Group discounts available. 50% deposit required for discounts.
We are on MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME which is the same time as Alberta.
Please book in advance.
Wet N Wild reserves the right to cancel trip due to insufficient booking or adverse weather conditions.
Wet N Wild office is open daily from 8:00AM – 10:00PM MST during operating season
Accommodation available.


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