1. Where is the Kicking Horse River Located?
Canadian White Water Adventures runs trips on the Kicking Horse River. The CWA river "put in" is located in Yoho National Park, but groups and individuals must meet in Golden BC at our office (the end of the river trip).

Golden British Columbia is located 30 minutes from the Alberta Border and 45 minutes from Banff, and Banff National Park. Most of the Banff white water rafting companies run the Kicking Horse River.

2. Do you have many different sized wetsuits?
Yes, we have sizes from small to XXXXL. There has never been a situation where a guest has not been fitted with a wetsuit.

3. Is white water rafting safe?
All outdoor adventure based activities have a degree of risk attached. The simple answer is that river rafting is not 100% safe but we take every precaution in safety so having a fun filled day can be yours. Our Guides have extensive experience in river safety and that is our priority. We have the best river equipment available and because of these reasons, we are able to minimize the risk in river rafting.

4. If it is raining can we still go?
The Kicking Horse River is renowned for many things, fantastic whitewater being the biggest. Guess what - whether it is raining or not you will be absolutely soaked after the first wave. This is okay because you will be wearing a protective wetsuit, fleece and splash jacket to keep you warm. When you are in the middle of an exciting rapid, rain is usually the last thing on your minds.

5. What equipment will you provide?
We provide all river equipment. This includes: Wetsuit, Splash Jacket, Fleece, Booties, Lifejacket and Helmet. All you need to bring is a bathing suit, towel and waterproof camera (optional and at your own risk).

6. What will be expected of me during the white water trip?
The level of participation is entirely left up to you. You can paddle and get totally involved or sit back, relax and enjoy the ride.

7. Can I still go if I have a medical condition?
Only you know what your level of physical capacity is. We recommend that if you are concerned about pre-existing medical conditions to consult your physician before participating in a rafting trip. We have guided people down the river who are diabetic, have cancer or with other medical conditions. Many people who are physically challenged such as amputees and persons with paraplegia have not only gone down the Kicking Horse but have done it with confidence and style. Please give us a call if you have any questions.

8. Can my entire family go?
The Kicking Horse River offers trips suitable for ages 6 and up. Because this river has a wide variety of river rapids at different grades this allows those who are novices or experienced to participate. We offer different trips to best suit your needs.

9. Have you ever had anyone feel uncomfortable going through the big rapids?
Yes, some people do feel uneasy when they see the big rapids; this is part of the experience. The choice to run the rapids is left up to you. If the decision is made not to run the rapids then you simply walk around and we pick you up on a sandy beach below - no pressure.

10. I notice you have the same trips as Alpine Rafting. Is Canadian White Water Adventures and Alpine Rafting the same company?

Yes, and No. Canadian Whitewater Adventures is the Alberta Counter part of Alpine Rafting. Our close proximity to Calgary, Banff, Lake Louise
and Large demographic of Alberta white water rafters calls for us to have an Alberta presence.

11.How far from Banff Alberta are you? Do other Banff Rafting companies raft the Kicking Horse?

Surprisingly not far at all. Most Banff rafting companies raft the Kicking Horse, because frankly it is the only river that offers 4+ rapids in the area. The CWA scenic camping spot is 50 minutes from Banff, and the office(meeting place) is 1 hour and thirty minutes from Banff.