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Athabasca Expressway Whitewater Rafting
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2 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
From novice to age ninety, no experience is necessary on this Class 2 whitewater adventure. You will raft along a wide, 5-mile section of the Athabasca River, aptly named the Expressway. The river winds its way through the incredibly scenic valley, surrounded by rocky mountains and old-growth pine forests. The calm, flowing stretches are peppered with small but splashing rapids making it the ideal river for families with young children.
What's Included
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting point
- Highly experienced, certified river guide
- All necessary technical equipment
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Beside Public Washroom – Look for white Maligne Rafting Van in public parking lot on Cnr. Connaught Dr & Hazel Ave. Check-in required 15 minutes prior to departure time.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Athabasca River
Designated as a Canadian Heritage River because of its scenic beauty and history of fur trade exploration, the Athabasca is a glacially fed pristine river. Learn the amazing history and power of this Jasper landmark.
1 Hours 30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Maligne Adventures
Maligne Adventures has been leading and guiding people in Jasper National Park since 1999. Our selection of wildlife tours, Maligne Valley tours, hiking and white water rafting has allowed us to showcase the spectacular beauty in the Canadian Rockies. On one of our wildlife tours you could have the experience of viewing wildlife such as bear, moose, elk, big horn sheep, or many other animals that make Jasper their home. Our tours to Maligne Lake offer opportunities to explore the Maligne Canyon, Medicine Lake as well as enjoying the 90 minute Maligne Lake Boat Cruise.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All day parking is located in the parking lot directly across the street from Shell Gas station on Connaught drive
- All departure times listed are in Alberta Mountain Standard Time Zone (MST)
- Children must be a minimum of 5 years of age. Children ages must be confirmed to Maligne Adventures before date of rafting experience.
- Dress with a swimsuit underneath your street clothing and bring warm clothing for afterwards. It is also recommended to bring a drink and snack for after the tour
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- This trip runs in all weather conditions. Participants will be provided with all the necessary technical equipment including wet-suits, spray jackets, neoprene booties and life-jackets, however on cooler days, those prone to feeling the cold should bring either a fleece or wool jacket to wear underneath the spray jacket (no cotton should be worn)
- You are required to check-in and sign waivers at least 15 minutes prior to departure time
Operated by Maligne Adventures
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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