5.0 (536) · Jasper · By Jasper Rafting Adventures Free cancellation
Create lasting memories on the white water rivers of Jasper on this 3-hour Athabasca River Canyon Run.
Your guides are trained and committed to sharing incredible white water rafting experiences with you and your family.
The magnificent scenery of the Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park surrounds you while you raft.
Look for wildlife along the river banks or simply enjoy the lively white water rapids.
✓ Professional guide✓ GST (Goods and Services Tax)✓ Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points✓ Live commentary on board✓ All rafting gear✕ Gratuities✕ Souvenir photos (available to purchase)Activity Schedule
3 h
Starting at the base of the Athabasca Falls, you'll raft 15 km down the majestic Athabasca Valley. This 3-hour round trip provides spectacular canyon scenery that combined with moderate rapids, make this an adventure trip ideal for the whole family.
After a 30-minute bus drive from town, you'll be suited up in your rafting gear and receive a safety talk.
Then there is a 5-minute portage down a road (built for Marilyn Monroe!) to the river.
The river trip starts with the first set of rapids only being seconds away.
Once these rapids have soaked everyone in the raft, you'll find yourself in a spectacular canyon only seen from the river.
For the next 30-minutes, a combination of rapids and flat sections you can enjoy the scenery and enjoy the natural surroundings. It is just you and the river.
The Falls trip ends with another set of rapids and amazing views of the Athabasca River valley.
Once back on the highway, it is about 20 minutes to the townsite.
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking
Next to the Jasper Home Building Center (706 Sleepy Hollow Road), and across the railway tracks from the set of traffic lights at Connaught Drive and Hazel Avenue. Look for our blue or yellow school buses with yellow rafts on the trailer.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your departure time.
Next to the Jasper Home Building Center (706 Sleepy Hollow Road), and across the railway tracks from the set of traffic lights at Connaught Drive and Hazel Avenue. Look for our blue or yellow school buses with yellow rafts on the trailer.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your departure time.
If possible, please bring your email confirmation with you when meeting for the trip at the RV Parking Lot.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Suitable for all physical fitness levels Children must be accompanied by an adult Wear your bathing suit under your clothes Bring water and a towel for the bus Late and No Show Policy - Please double check the date, time and pick up location on your confirmation. Our primary pick up location is the RV Parking Lot and scheduled departure times are based on this location. Out of respect for other guests, we ask that all participants arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time. If you have chosen a pick up location other than the RV Parking Lot, please note the pick up time for your location. There will be no refund provided if you arrive after departure time or do not show for the date and time of your scheduled trip. Arrive 15 minutes prior to trip time. Athabasca Falls Run Starting at the base of the Athabasca Falls, we raft km down the majestic Athabasca Valley. This 3 hr trip provides spectacular canyon scenery. Duration: 3 hours Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time. Wear your bathing suit under your clothes and bring a towel. Bring water to drink on the bus. Consider purchasing souvenir photos to capture your memories. Ensure you have your email confirmation with you. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 25575P3
Activity offered by Jasper Rafting Adventures via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center Families Adventure seekers Nature lovers Experience the thrill of white water rafting on the Athabasca River. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park. Suitable for the whole family with moderate rapids. Guided by trained professionals committed to your safety and enjoyment. Discover unique canyon scenery accessible only from the river.
Population 4,738 (2021)
Elevation 1,060 m
Currency Canadian dollar
Official languages English, French
Driving on the right
Power plugs A, B · 120 V
Emergency number 911
Capital city Ottawa Average temperatures -12° Jan -12° Feb -8° Mar -3° Apr 4° May 8° Jun 11° Jul 10° Aug 5° Sept -1° Oct -8° Nov -13° Dec Sources: Wikidata; climate: NASA POWER, 2001-2025 averages.
What is the duration of the Athabasca Falls Run? + The activity lasts for 3 hours.
What is included in the tour? + The tour includes a professional guide, GST, pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, live commentary, and all rafting gear.
What should I bring for the rafting trip? + You should wear your bathing suit under your clothes, and bring water and a towel for the bus.
What is the cancellation policy? + For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Is this activity suitable for all fitness levels? + Yes, it is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Casual & Fun Rafting Experience!
R9175MKcodym, September 2026
Molly & Fred were both fantastic! Entertaining, energetic and very informed; We had a great time and would recommend to anyone!
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Excellent Trip from a well run team!
M1789JUrichardp, September 2026
This was such a fun experience! Our guide, Ali, was excellent! She made the whole day really enjoyable and she did her best to get us the best experience on the river. And a shout out to Eddie for some great pictures too! From beginning to end the trip was brilliantly managed and very smooth. Highly recommend!
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Exciting and really fun experience!
pabloignacios2026, September 2026
We really liked our guide and the close touch with all of us
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Fun experience with a great team!
familyholsandtrips, August 2026
This was an absolutely brilliant white water rafting experience! It's a totally smooth operation from pick up right until the end and feels very safe and organised.
The river is beautiful and the rapids are lots of fun. The whole team were really friendly and experienced so there's a really relaxed, fun vibe. Our guide was Ali, who was fantastic. The other guides and the driver were great too. And the driver took some amazing action shots too, which we ordered and wouldn't normally. Honestly can't recommend it enough!
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Great days on the river with lots of splashes and fun
hannamaijak, August 2026
From the camping ground pick-up to returning gear with clean and dry feet, tha whole tour was well-planned and executed. It was the right level of excitement for our first-time rafting family with kuds aged 13 and 9. The guides were helpful, fun and shared local stories when not in the middle of a rapid.
A warm recommendation when in Jasper!
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