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Rafting Information and Float Trips

Rafting Information and Float Trips

Rafting is a great way for people of any age or experience level to enjoy Alberta's rivers! We offer custom rafting trips for individuals, clubs, corporations, school, scout, and church groups. Group and youth discounts available for all trips. Trips include rafts, paddles, lifejackets, safety gear, and guides. No experience is necessary!

Calgary Outdoor Centre Bow Rafting Float 4th Annual Bow River Raft Float

Kick off rafting season with the
Outdoor Centre on Saturday, June 20 from 11am - 4pm. Pick up your raft
at Bowness Park, and then spend a fun, safe day floating the river.
Registration includes rafting and safety instruction, water safety
tips, supervision on the river, a raft, all other equipment and shuttle
bus service. The float starts at Bowness Park, and finishes at Prince's
Island, with a shuttle bus to transport boaters back to Bowness Park at
the end of the day.

Call (403) 220-5038 to register.

Jun 20 10-person raft $175
8-person raft $150
6-person raft $110
4-person raft $75
RAB101

Guided Rafting Float Trips

Let us do all the work and enjoy a half day on the Bow River with your family, club or corporate team group. Relax and let our guides ensure that you have a safe, enjoyable float. Rafts, paddles, life jackets, safety equipment, and guides are included. Price does not include transportation or meals. (Four person minumum charge)
4 to 11 $40/ person
13 or more $35/ person

Information
To book or request further detail about rafting options call or email Calum Macdonald or phone (403) 220-7022

Self-Guided Float Trips

An easy way to spend a great day in Calgary and surrounding area! Just follow this easy checklist:

  • read Rafting 101 Rafting 101
  • rent quality, maintained gear at the Outdoor Centre. Ask about our multiday discount! See this link for details!
  • be prepared and courteous to other people on and around the river
  • have fun!