Sunwapta Challenge Whitewater Rafting: Class III Rapids
Overview
Take the Sunwapta challenge on Jasper’s wild whitewater rollercoaster ride. With a steep gradient and numerous rapids, this 4-hour round trip is the only Class 3 rapids located fully within Jasper National Park. It offers spectacular scenery and good wildlife opportunities. Don’t miss the high water mid-June to late July!
What's Included
- Return transfers to and from the river, departing from our Downtown Location
- Wet Suits and all on-river equipment
- All necessary technical equipment
- Highly experienced, certified river guide
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
Meeting Location
Connaught Drive
Jasper, AB T0E 1E0, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Maligne Adventures (Pass By)
Jasper National Park
4 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- All day parking is located in the parking lot directly across the street.
- You are required to check-in and sign waivers 15 minutes prior to departure time
- Dress with a swimsuit underneath your street clothing and bring warm clothing for afterwards. It is also recommended to bring a drink and snack for after the tour
- This trip runs in all weather conditions. Participants will be provided with all the necessary technical equipment including wetsuits, spray jackets, neoprene booties, helmets and lifejackets, however on cooler days, those prone to feeling the cold should bring either a fleece or wool jacket to wear underneath the spray jacket (no cotton should be worn)
- Participants must be at least 12 years of age and weigh a minimum of 90 lbs (41 kg)
- Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- Not recommended for those with back injuries
- All departure times listed are in Alberta Mountain Standard Time Zone (MST)
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: Will I get seasick on Sunwapta Challenge Whitewater Rafting: Class III Rapids?
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Activity code: C-5400P7
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT).
- Return transfers to and from the river, departing from our Downtown Location.
- Wet Suits and all on-river equipment.
- All necessary technical equipment.
- Highly experienced, certified river guide.
- Gratuities.
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase).
- Food and drinks.
The minimum age to participate is 12..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Sunwapta Challenge Whitewater Rafting: Class III Rapids is as follows:
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sunwapta Challenge Whitewater Rafting: Class III Rapids will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Return transfers to and from the river, departing from our Downtown Location
- Wet Suits and all on-river equipment
- All necessary technical equipment
- Highly experienced, certified river guide
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- All day parking is located in the parking lot directly across the street.
- You are required to check-in and sign waivers 15 minutes prior to departure time
- Dress with a swimsuit underneath your street clothing and bring warm clothing for afterwards. It is also recommended to bring a drink and snack for after the tour
- This trip runs in all weather conditions. Participants will be provided with all the necessary technical equipment including wetsuits, spray jackets, neoprene booties, helmets and lifejackets, however on cooler days, those prone to feeling the cold should bring either a fleece or wool jacket to wear underneath the spray jacket (no cotton should be worn)
- Participants must be at least 12 years of age and weigh a minimum of 90 lbs (41 kg)
- Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- Not recommended for those with back injuries
- All departure times listed are in Alberta Mountain Standard Time Zone (MST)
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
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