It’s all about that moment right before the plunge: your heart rate increases and scalp tingles as you drift towards a wild, white maw of water. Your fingers tighten around the paddle and then suddenly you’re launched into a roller coaster of wet joy, bouncing from wave to wave and surrounded by the stunning natural beauty that has made British Columbia famous around the globe.
BC is also world-renowned for its whitewater. From guided rafting trips on the Kicking Horse River near the aptly-named town of Golden to multi-day adventures on the Chilcotin and Babine in the northwest region of the province, there’s something for every type of paddler whether you’re new to the experience or an expert.
To enjoy some particularly playful water, late Spring is the best time to raft because snow melt courses down from the 10 major mountain ranges that span the province and swell its rivers, the largest six being the Columbia, Fraser, Liard, Peace, Skeena and Stikine. Innumerable tributaries branch off of these which means there are literally tens of thousands of kilometer’s for you and your raft to enjoy.
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Adams River Rafting
Adams River Rafting offers unforgettable 2.5-hour trips down the scenic Adams River in BC. Enjoy rafting, learn about Indigenous culture, and more!
30+ years of Rafting in Revelstoke! Consistent Ownership since Day 1, fantastic rafting and a commitment to superior customer service keeps Apex Rafting top rated on Google, Facebook and Trip Advisor. 26 km of rafting with up to Class 3+ Rapids(Class 4 at high flows) Price also includes Rafting Trip Photos and fresh fruit & pastries. Hot Tub/Sauna available.
Whitewater rafting expeditions located in Vancouver, Whistler, and Squamish the Canadian Outback Rafting Company has something that will suit everyone.
From Rivers to Lakes to Ocean, Vancouver Island’s Cowichan Valley Offers it all
The kayak is bobbing up and down as it flows through the gentle ocean waves in the sheltered waters of Cowichan Bay. What should be a peaceful scene is interrupted by the…
A paddle strokes through the teal-blue fjord as the sun crests behind the mountains, and the pastel-coloured sky to the east reflects pink colours on the snow-capped Mount Garibaldi. Part of what…
The water reflects a mosaic of green underneath the jagged peaks of the Rocky Mountains as the canoe pierces the still surface. Meanwhile, a heron stands among the grasses on the shoreline…