Rafting on Athabasca River Mile 5 in Jasper

Jasper, Canada
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Experience Jasper's Athabasca River Mile 5 run! Enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery on this 2-hour round trip adventure. The Athabasca River Mile 5 run is a perfect introduction to white water rafting, has plenty of splashes and stunning mountain vistas. It is a must-do family adventure in Jasper!
Adventurers must be at least 5 years old and accompanied by an adult.

Description

Itinerary

After meeting your guide in the town of Jasper, you'll head 8 km south of town to the put-in point.
After suiting up in clean gear and receiving a safety talk, you start heading down the river. The section begins with about a 10-minute float. This allows the paddler time to feel comfortable in the raft, experience the river environment and take in the 360-degree mountain view. After this short float, the grade 2 rapids begin. Grade 2 is big enough to get everyone who wants to get wet, but it is unlikely anyone will go for an unexpected swim.
After 4 or 5 sections of rapids, the Miette River joins the Athabasca, highlighting the color difference between a rain and snow fed river and a glacier fed river. The trip ends just around the corner at Old Fort Point. After getting out of your wet gear, it is a 3 km drive back to town. All trips are in 8 person-guided rafts. Rain or shine, this trip is great for ages 5-95.

Stop At:

• Athabasca River, Jasper National Park, Alberta Canada
• Rocky Mountain River Guides, 618 Connaught Drive, Jasper, Jasper National Park, Alberta T0E 1E0 Canada

Inclusions

  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Driver/guide
  • All equipment and transportation

Exclusions

  • Gratuities
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age of 5 years old
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • We have no Covid 19 restrictions at this time, however please do not join us if you are testing positive or experiencing Covid-19 symptoms. Daily sanitizing of all gear and equipment will continue. While traveling in our transportation, masks are recommended, but not required.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Operates

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Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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