Rafting on Athabasca River Mile 5 in Jasper

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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.

What to Expect

Shared tour (max 8)

2 places

2 hrs duration

Icefields Parkway

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.

Points of Interest

Athabasca River
Rocky Mountain River Guides

What's Included

INCLUDED

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

NOT INCLUDED

Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Meeting And Pickup

Start time:

9:00 AM

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age of 5 years old
Late and No Show Policy: Please double check the date and time on your confirmation. Our primary pick up location is the RV Parking Lot and scheduled departure times are based on this location. We ask that all participants arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time. There will be no refund provided if you arrive after departure time or do not show for the date and time of your scheduled trip.
Wear your bathing suit or t-shirt and shorts under regular clothes. All river gear is provided.
Arrive 15 minutes prior to trip time.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.

Customer Reviews

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Rafting on Athabasca River Mile 5 in Jasper