Where to Go: the 14 Best Jasper Rafting Tours

1.Athabasca River Easy Scenic Raft Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 337 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $69Our pick

Join a National Park licensed guide for a relaxed Athabasca River float from Jasper. Expect calm water, small rapids, mountain scenery, local stories, and some splashing. Life jackets and ponchos are provided, but bring clothes and shoes that can get wet. Guides include Finn, Owen, Jacob, and others.

“Fun rafting trip for first time rafters. My husband was nervous, but he did ok ans the river was mostly calm. Ollie, our guide was great. And, we only got a little wet.”

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2.Jasper National Park: 2-Hour Whitewater Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 310 reviews · 2 hours · from $80

Join a licensed guide such as Jordan, Emily, or Connor for a two-hour Athabasca River trip from Jasper. After a calm 10-minute float, you tackle four or five Grade 2 rapids in an eight-person raft, with wetsuits, boots, jackets, transport, and optional photos included.

“great experience, easy to do for a first timer, the river was so cold but refreshing”

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3.Jasper National Park Easy 2-Hour Rafting Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 291 reviews · 2 hours · from $65Best value

Ride a 25-foot oar-powered raft through Jasper National Park on a calm Class 2 stretch of the Athabasca River. Your guide rows, points out wildlife and mountain sights, and adds a few playful splashes. The trip suits first-time rafters, families, and anyone wanting scenery without serious white water.

“It was really good, we had Ziggy (sorry if I spell it wrong) and he was really nice. I loved it so much and give it an overall five star review.”

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4.Sunwapta River Self-Drive Rafting Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 235 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $107

Drive 40 minutes south of Jasper, suit up, and paddle a six-person raft through Class 3 white water toward Sunwapta Falls. Guides such as Nate, Erin, Joe, and Luke lead the run, explain each maneuver, and keep the 2-hour-15-minute trip lively and safe.

“We had an amazing experience! I've been on a few rafting trips and this was my friend's first. We both had a blast! Class 3 rapids are enough to get an adrenaline rush and get soaked, but it's not scary. Nate was our guide and he did an awesome job, but all the guides seemed super cool and knowledgeable! They walk you through all the maneuvers and safety but make it fun. It poured rain for a portion of the trip, which made the camera go on the fritz so the photos came out blurry, which was disappointing — but they gave them to us for free when they're normally…”

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5.Athabasca Canyon Run Family Rafting: Class II Plus Rapids

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 193 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

From downtown Jasper, ride to Athabasca Falls, suit up in a wetsuit, and paddle a six-person raft through Class II rapids and a dramatic canyon. Guides such as Collin, Eric, Chris, and Thomas keep the trip safe and lively, with calm water and mountain views to finish.

“We had an awesome adventure with Beth down the Athabasca River. Would 10/10 recommend to other families especially those who are new to whitewater and/or are hesitant around water. Beth, Mason and the whole crew did a great job ensuring that all members of our group felt comfortable, supported and were having fun the entire duration of our time on and off the river.”

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6.Jasper National Park Family Friendly Rafting Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 145 reviews · 2 hours · from $76

Take a two-hour family rafting trip from downtown Jasper down five miles of the Athabasca River. Guides such as Tatiana, Tanner, and Manson lead beginners through five Class 2 rapids, with wetsuits, safety gear, instruction, and bus transport included. Ages 5 and up are welcome.

“What a great family friendly adventure. The transport, the guides, the water rating were all amazing. Wouldn't change a thing!”

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7.Sunwapta Challenge Whitewater Rafting: Class III Rapids

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $103

Take a four-hour beginner-friendly rafting trip from Jasper down 13 kilometers of the Sunwapta River. Certified guides such as Ty, Austin, Craig, and Mason lead small rafts through Class II and III rapids, with wetsuits, transport, and safety gear provided.

“The whole family enjoyed every minute. It was well organized and well run. We were in good hands with our guides.”

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8.Rafting on Athabasca River Mile 5 in Jasper

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Meet Rocky Mountain River Guides in Jasper, then ride 8 km to the Athabasca River for a two-hour trip with a 10-minute float and several Class II rapids. Guides such as Molly, Emily, Ollie, and Seb lead small rafts, provide wetsuits and transport, and keep the outing friendly for ages 5 to 95.

“Our guide is very fun and nice , driver and photographer also super friendly Water is a bit cold but company provided everything we need”

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9.Whitewater Rafting on Jasper’s Fraser River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $104

Spend about five hours rafting the Fraser River from Jasper, with two hours on the water, transport from downtown, certified guides, Class 2 and 3 rapids, and a portage around Rearguard Falls. You will get wet, see Mt. Robson from the river, and may spot wildlife or spawning salmon.

“This was one of the best experiences of our Canadian Rockies vacation. The company and staff were pleasant to deal with and right on time. The rafting was fun and exhilarating! I would highly recommend Whitewater Rafting on the Fraser River with this company.”

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10.Canyon Run Family Whitewater Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 55 reviews · 3h 30m · from $92

You’ll ride a six-person self-bailing raft through 12 km of Athabasca Canyon, tackling eight or nine splashy Class 2+ rapids. Guides such as Eric and Colin handle safety and river skills, while wetsuits, booties, jackets, paddles, and return transport are included.

“Had a great time on the river. Eric was super knowledgable and entertaining.”

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11.Athabasca Expressway Whitewater Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $78

From Jasper, you’ll ride the Athabasca River’s Expressway through five Class II rapids, with guides such as Chris, Ben, or Francois handling safety and river stories. The trip includes transport, wetsuit gear, instruction, and about an hour on the water, making it a gentle first rafting outing.

“This time it was not that much fun! A very short ride in the river and no splash! The money and time we spent on rafting did not give us the enjoyment we expected.”

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12.Rafting Athabasca Falls Run in Jasper

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $98

Ride an eight-person raft from Athabasca Falls through Jasper’s canyon on a roughly three-hour outing. Expect a safety briefing, provided river gear, a 30-minute bus ride, Class 2 rapids, and plenty of calm water for mountain views. Guides such as Nile and Annaja have earned praise for fun, clear instruction.

“Had a great time with Nile, Allie, Tyler, Josh! Nile was very knowledgable and make the trip very enjoyable, very funny guy too! Class 2 rapids so not a lot of white water but the scenery on the float was worth the trip!”

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13.5-Hour Fraser River Rafting in Jasper National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 5 hours · from $108

Leave downtown Jasper for a five-hour Fraser River trip beneath Mount Robson. You’ll learn paddling and safety, run splashy Class 3 rapids, portage around Rearguard Falls, then float past salmon and possible wildlife. Guides including Luke, Tye, Austin, and Emily lead the English-language trips.

“Tiden på vandet var klart det vi gjorde det for. Så en længere tur ville forbedre oplevelsen.”

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14.Class 3 Sunwapta River Rafting Adventure in Jasper

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $110

Paddle the Sunwapta River through lively Class 3 rapids on a four-hour Jasper outing with guides such as Jonah, Nate, Jacob, and Shane. You get a wetsuit, helmet, socks, booties, instruction, transport, and Rocky Mountain views. Bring a swimsuit and arrive 60 minutes early.

“Our family had a blast. We’ve gone rafting on the New River and a river in Colorado, but this was hands down more fun. Continuous rapids. Our guide, Jacob was so much fun and intentionally soak my daughter to add to her experience. Highly recommend.”

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