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River of Golden Dreams Canoe and Kayak Self Guided Excursion
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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in:
English
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- English
Paddling the River of Golden Dreams has been an iconic Whistler activity for over 100 years. To this day, little to no development has taken place on its riverbanks, lending a wonderful opportunity to experience Whistler's wildlife and breathtaking mountain vistas in tranquility.
What's Included
Lifejackets
Detailed river trip orientation at the water's edge prior to departure
Air-conditioned vehicle
Canoes or single kayaks
Shuttle back to Lakeside Park
Water shoes
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Come join us at Lakeside Park on the shores of Alta Lake. We are a 3 minute drive south from Whistler Village on Highway 99 towards Vancouver. Look for the big blue highway sign 'TOURS' 'River of Golden Dreams'. *Please arrive 15 Minutes before your departure time*
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
The River of Golden Dreams is a flat-water 5K+ waterway that winds from Alta Lake to Green Lake. Choose a canoe or single kayak from our fleet and float through Whistler's wetlands, gently steering around bends.
Our self-guided river trip takes approximately 2.5 hours, starting at Alta Lake and finishing at Meadow Park Sports Centre, just before Green Lake. A complimentary shuttle returns you to Lakeside Park afterwards.
The river is glacier-fed, and water levels change throughout the season. In spring and early summer, higher water levels create a faster-flowing current. By late summer, lower water levels and beaver activity mean a slower current, and you'll need to pull your boat over a few obstacles, including beaver dams.
We are now in a low water period. One section of the river (Tapley's) becomes too shallow to paddle. All guests complete a mandatory 8–10 minute portage using our wheeled dollies along a mostly paved trail with a short gravel section before continuing their trip. This is an active adventure that requires getting out of the boat several times.
Please note, our boats have a maximum weight capacity of 250 lbs per passenger.
Our self-guided river trip takes approximately 2.5 hours, starting at Alta Lake and finishing at Meadow Park Sports Centre, just before Green Lake. A complimentary shuttle returns you to Lakeside Park afterwards.
The river is glacier-fed, and water levels change throughout the season. In spring and early summer, higher water levels create a faster-flowing current. By late summer, lower water levels and beaver activity mean a slower current, and you'll need to pull your boat over a few obstacles, including beaver dams.
We are now in a low water period. One section of the river (Tapley's) becomes too shallow to paddle. All guests complete a mandatory 8–10 minute portage using our wheeled dollies along a mostly paved trail with a short gravel section before continuing their trip. This is an active adventure that requires getting out of the boat several times.
Please note, our boats have a maximum weight capacity of 250 lbs per passenger.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Backroads Whistler - River of Golden Dreams
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Kayaking Tours
On the Water
Involves Animals
DSA non-compliant
Short term availability
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Free cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- 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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