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Experience a whitewater rafting adventure that fits easily into your Jasper sightseeing day. Located just a short drive from downtown Jasper, this 8-km (5-mile) stretch of the Athabasca River combines five sets of fun, splashy Class 2 rapids with peaceful stretches of flowing water in between. Paddle with your guide through the river’s changing pace, taking in mountain scenery from a different perspective and keeping an eye out for wildlife along the riverbanks. With approximately one hour on the water and a complete round trip of around two hours, “The Expressway” offers a genuine whitewater experience without taking up half your day. No previous rafting experience is required, making it a great choice for families, first-time rafters and anyone looking to add rafting to a day of exploring Jasper.
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Meeting and pickup
Check-in 15 minutes before your tour at 638 Connaught Drive (Corner Connaught Dr. & Hazel Ave) — next to public washrooms & across street from Shell gas station. Look for black Maligne Rafting trailer.
Itinerary
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1Jasper
Check in at the Maligne Rafting meeting point in Jasper, then take a short, approximately 15-minute bus ride to the Athabasca River. Change into the provided rafting gear and receive a safety briefing and paddle instruction from your certified river guide before launching.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Athabasca River
Raft 8 km (5 miles) down a scenic section of the Athabasca River known as “The Expressway.” Five sets of fun, splashy Class 2 rapids are spaced throughout the run, with stretches of peaceful flowing water in between. Paddle with your guide through the river’s changing pace, enjoying Jasper’s mountain scenery during the quieter stretches and keeping an eye out for wildlife along the riverbanks before the next set of rapids brings another splashy burst of excitement. No previous rafting experience is required, making this a great introduction to whitewater for families and first-time rafters.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Jasper
Finish your river adventure near Old Fort Point, just minutes from downtown Jasper. Change out of your rafting gear, then take the short bus ride back to the Maligne Rafting meeting point. With the complete experience taking approximately 2 hours, there’s still plenty of time to enjoy more of Jasper before or after your rafting adventure.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Participants must be at least 5 years old.
- Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult parent or guardian.
- No previous rafting experience is required.
- Wear a swimsuit under your regular clothes to make changing into rafting gear easier. Bring a towel and warm clothing for afterward, plus water and a snack.
- All necessary rafting equipment is provided, including wetsuits, paddle jackets, life jackets and neoprene booties. On colder days, bring a fleece, wool or other non-cotton layer to wear under your paddle jacket.
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Participants must be at least 5 years old.
- Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult parent or guardian.
- No previous rafting experience is required.
- Wear a swimsuit under your regular clothes to make changing into rafting gear easier. Bring a towel and warm clothing for afterward, plus water and a snack.
- All necessary rafting equipment is provided, including wetsuits, paddle jackets, life jackets and neoprene booties. On colder days, bring a fleece, wool or other non-cotton layer to wear under your paddle jacket.
- Trips depart rain or shine.
- All departure and check-in times are in Alberta Mountain Time (MT).
- The complete experience takes approximately 2 hours, including transportation, changing, safety briefing and approximately 1 hour on the river. Return times are approximate and may vary due to traffic and river conditions.
- Minimum participant numbers apply. If minimum numbers are not met, you will be offered an alternative departure or a full refund.
- Raft assignments are determined by guides on the day based on group size and operating conditions. We make every effort to keep parties together in the same raft, though occasionally this may not be possible.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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