Sunwapta Challenge Whitewater Rafting: Class III Rapids | 4 hours

118 Reviews | Jasper
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Whitewater Rafting
2 Adults x $96.19
$192.38
Approx Total
$192.38

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Highly experienced, certified river guide
  • Return transfers to and from the river, departing from our Downtown Location
  • Wet Suits and all on-river equipment
  • All necessary technical equipment
  • Gratuities
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Food and drinks

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!

Meeting points

Beside Public Washroom – Look for white Maligne Rafting Van in public parking lot on Cnr. Connaught Dr & Hazel Ave. Check-in required 15 minutes prior to departure time.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Maligne Adventures (Pass By)

    ‘Sunwapta’ is the Stoney Indian term for ‘turbulent river’ and this river lives up to its name. Traveling in 6 passenger self-bailing rafts, your expert guide will maneuver your group skillfully down the 13 kilometer stretch of river punching through a consistent flow of Class II rapids in-between several sections of Class III whitewater. Set in a pristine wilderness area of Jasper National Park, the Sunwapta is a low volume, technical river that follows the Endless Chain Mountain Range from its source at the toe of the Athabasca Glacier. You will be surrounded by spectacular Canadian Rockies scenery in prime wildlife habitat allowing the chance to spot elusive native wildlife from the raft or during the scenic bus rideThese trips do not require any previous experience and are suited for physically active individuals, 12 years and above and weighing at least 90 lbs (41 kgs) who are looking for an exhilarating ride. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure for check-in procedures.

  • Jasper National Park

    Jasper National Park in the Canadian Rockies comprises a vast wilderness area of Alberta province defined by glaciers, lakes and peaks like 11,033-ft.-high Mt. Edith Cavell. The Icefields Parkway, a road from the town of Jasper, passes subalpine forest and the immense Columbia Icefield. Outdoor activities like hiking, camping and skiing are popular. Native wildlife includes elk, moose, bighorn sheep and bears.

    4 hours

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Additional Info

  • 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

Free Cancellation

June 20100% refund
June 21No refund

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.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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4.9

118 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 110 reviews with 5 stars

Super fun on a hot day!!

Published on Jul, 2024

The staff there are amazing and so friendly. Very safety conscious without being bossy. Would definitely go again. I would Highly recommend to anyone staying with in the Jasper area. I went on the afternoon trip and we saw Elk and mountain goats on the way back to town. Thanks again B

A JASPER ABSOLUTE MUST

Published on Jul, 2024

Absolutely amazing adventure, Maligne Adventures was beyond amazing. Our guide Greg was simply the best, Could not even begin to ask for better over all service or experience.

Book this now!

Published on Jul, 2024

Guides were fun and funny and put us at ease. One of us was nervous lol I had never gone on a whitewater raft before. We had Josh- driver, photo, security great job! Austin guiding our boat-he was excellent and Ty Antoine and Thomas on our trip. All were very kind and fun. The scenery was amazing! Lessons were clear. Gear was great and made it easy that it was all provided. Would 100% recommend this excursion.

Safe and interesting experience with beautiful views

Published on Jul, 2024

Very good guide, very informative. It was a very interesting experience and beautiful views. Rafting was comfortable for beginners.

10/10

Published on Jun, 2024

A fantastic experience. 10/10. Staff were rockstars; friendly, knowledgeable and a good time. Lead a bachelor party weekend and it was the highlight of our trip. Absolutely plan to go again. I would only suggest they invest in change rooms for before and after. The whole bus stripping down in front of each other or in the bush felt a little weird.

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