Tour Essentials
Our tours last approximately four hours, including 1.5-2 hours on the river. The round-trip transportation from our Canmore office adds about 30-45 minutes each way.
Your tour includes round-trip transportation, professional photos, cold refreshments, snacks, life jackets, wetsuits, helmets, and neoprene booties.
Tours start at our downtown Canmore office, featuring comfortable seating, changing rooms, washrooms, and a retail shop. Check in here at your scheduled time.
Yes, we include round-trip transportation from our Canmore office to the river launch site in Kananaskis Country.
Expect to experience Grade 2-3 rapids, perfect for families and groups. Check out our Rapid Guide for more details.
We provide light snacks and refreshments. Feel free to bring additional snacks for the bus ride or before and after rafting.
Yes, we offer group discounts for larger parties (up to 42 people). Contact our office to discuss options! This is only available to private groups that are booking out multiple rafts. If you’re simply looking for a family or group of friends, you can do so online. Please also note that if you are planning a special event, we can work with you on additional add-ons like catering. For example, simply get in touch to discuss availability and options.
Please contact our office for age restrictions and suitability for younger children. Our tours are generally recommended for guests aged five and above, and we do have a weight limit of a minimum of 50 lbs.
Safety & Preparation
Short answer: yes. Long answer: of course, there are risks, but at White Wolf Rafting, we’ve got you covered. Our expert guides are trained in Swiftwater Rescue, First Aid & CPR and are IRF (international rafting federation) and PROAOA (provincial) certified, so they know how to handle any situation. Plus, our gear and equipment are brand new, high-quality, and meticulously checked throughout the day to ensure everything is in perfect working order. Safety is our top priority, and we take pride in having the best guides and the best gear to make your adventure both thrilling and secure. Dive into the fun with confidence!
No experience is necessary! Our tours are suitable for beginners, with Grade 2-3 rapids that are thrilling but safe. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, fun, and accessible environment for everyone to enjoy the Canadian Rockies in this way. If you’re brand new to rafting, don’t worry, we’ll set you up for success and make sure you’re supported at every turn.
Bring a bathing suit, towel, and change of clothes. On cooler days, we recommend a fleece sweater. Avoid cotton, and bring a bag or backpack for personal items you’ll leave on the bus.
Yes, life jackets accommodate a minimum weight of 50 lbs and a maximum of 370 lbs.
Yes, you can bring essential medications. Let your guide know if you need to keep them nearby and any other health concerns they should be aware of.
Yes, but apply these items before getting into the raft, as only essentials can be taken on board.
Weather & Wildlife
Our team closely monitors conditions, and tours only proceed if it’s safe. We’ll notify you if your tour needs to be rescheduled. Assume your tours are going ahead as planned unless you hear from us. We will always proceed if it is safe for our guests and guides.
Possibly! Many animals frequent the river area, including bears, wolves, deer, and eagles, though sightings aren’t guaranteed.
We provide wetsuits, splash jackets, and neoprene booties to keep you comfortable. Bring a fleece layer if the weather is cooler.
Our rafting season is June through September, offering excellent conditions during these warmer months.
Policies & Logistics
Arrive at the office at your scheduled time. If you miss the bus, your tour is non-refundable, but call our office if you’re running slightly behind.
Yes, please refer to our policies page for details on cancellations and rescheduling.
You can, but we don’t suggest it. Everything in the boat is likely going to get wet, and there’s a possibility that your items will get damaged or lost in the water. If you’re confident you can keep hold of your camera or phone and have a waterproof casing, we will allow it, but do remember that we provide professional photos of every tour so it’s not necessary. We have some helmets with GoPro mounts, so if you’d like to bring your GoPro, please contact our office to ensure those helmets are available and compatible with your device.
Bags can be left on our secure bus during the tour, as they’re not permitted on the raft.
Bathrooms and changing facilities are available at our Canmore office. There are no facilities directly at the river.
We offer private group bookings, with up to 42 participants per session. Reach out to our office to arrange special group packages or events.
We recommend booking at least a week in advance. However, if you’re flexible with dates, last-minute bookings may be possible. With that said, our tours fill up quickly and our season is short in the Bow Valley, so book as far in advance as you can if you want to secure specific dates.
Guide & Tour Information
Our guides are certified in Swiftwater Rescue, First Aid, and CPR. They undergo extensive training to ensure both safety and fun for our guests.
Rafting requires some paddling but is manageable for most fitness levels. If you have specific health concerns, please consult our team.
Rafts typically hold 6-8 participants, plus a guide. Larger groups may be split across multiple rafts.
Contact our office to discuss your condition, and we’ll work with you to assess whether rafting is safe.
Our guides are trained to handle these situations and will guide you back to the raft. Follow their instructions, and rest assured we prioritize your safety.
Yes! Life jackets are provided, and our guides will support you through every step to ensure an enjoyable experience.
Additional Questions
Snacks and drinks aren’t allowed on the raft but can be enjoyed before or after the trip. Light refreshments are provided on the bus.
Yes, though, we recommend using a secure strap for glasses and bringing spare lenses if you wear contacts. As is the case with all personal items, we do not and cannot guarantee they will not get wet, lost, or damaged.
Yes! In fact, we have a combo tour with our sister company, Snow Owl Sled Dog Tours. The Doggie Paddle Package includes both a Water Water Rafting Tour and a Dryland Dog Carting Tour.
Absolutely! Our office has a retail shop with souvenirs to commemorate your adventure.
At this time, we offer day trips only but are happy to recommend nearby accommodations for extended stays.
For safety reasons, we recommend pregnant guests avoid rafting. Depending on how far along you are in your pregnancy, this may or may not be the optimal and safest adventure for you. Please reach out to our team to determine if our tours can accommodate you.