Are you seeking the latest and greatest adventure in the Canadian Rockies this summer? Whether you're preparing to visit for the weekend or planning to vacation for a while, rafting down the Kicking Horse River is a must-experience adventure for all experience levels! At Hydra River Guides, we're proud to call the Kicking Horse River home. As the Rockies' premier white water rafting company, Hydra River Guides has a wide range of thrilling rafting trips and packages to experience this summer. Continue reading to learn more about the Kicking Horse River and the adventures you can partake in this rafting season!
Meet the Kicking Horse River
First named in 1858 during an expedition, the Kicking Horse River was named after an ill-tempered horse encountered by Sir James Hector. Today, this river is a must-visit destination for tourists and white water rafters. The Kicking Horse River features 22 km of incredible glacier water and class 1 to class 4 rapids that run through Yoho National Park. Since this river is glacier fed, every rafting adventure will be a unique and thrilling experience! As the Canadian Rockies' premier destination for white water rafting, Hydra River Guides is proud to call the Kicking Horse River home. Our experienced river guides are thrilled to have the opportunity to take you rafting down this incredible river. With numerous scenic sights and awesome rapids that will get your blood pumping, rafting down the Kicking Horse River is an exciting way to soak up the summer sun!
Unforgettable Rafting Adventures Await!
Since the Kicking Horse River is such an incredible destination for white water rafting, Hydra River Guides is proud to offer a range of rafting trips and packages! No matter what kind of adventurer you are, Hydra will surely have a rafting trip that will get your adrenaline pumping. For instance, if you and your friends want to test your bravery, Hydra's Kicking Horse Classic rafting trip will be unforgettable. This rafting trip down the Kicking Horse River starts as a calm, smooth ride before the canyon eventually narrows and the rapids begin. From there, you and your friends better hold on tight as the class 1 to 4 rapids rock the raft and get your blood pumping! Our Kicking Horse Classic trip is one of summer's best white water rafting adventures. With numerous other rafting trips and packages available at Hydra River Guides, our team is sure you'll have a thrilling experience this summer!
Ready to Hit the Water?
Whether you're looking for something to do with the entire family or if you and a few friends want to test your bravery, rafting the Kicking Horse River is exhilarating! At Hydra River Guides, our 2023 season begins May 20th and runs until the fall. Each of our guides is highly experienced and trained, and we look forward to making a splash with you this summer!
Ready to grab a paddle and start rafting down the Kicking Horse River? Contact Hydra today to book your next adventure, or visit our booking office in Banff, Alberta.