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Chinook Rafting

215 Banff Ave | Sundance Mall, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T1L1B3, Canada
403 763 2007
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Ranked #2 of 16 tours in Banff
4.5 of 5 stars 87 Reviews
Type: Water sports
Owner description: Closest whitewater rafting available from Banff and Calgary. Half and Full day trips. Whether you want Mild or Wild, our fun-loving professional...... more » Owner description: Closest whitewater rafting available from Banff and Calgary. Half and Full day trips. Whether you want Mild or Wild, our fun-loving professional guides will provide you with the best whitewater rafting adventure. Perfect activity for Families (5yrs+), and Groups like Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties or your Corporate Team Building Event. « less
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Isle of Man
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Great family fun!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 3, 2011
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This was a brilliant introduction to whitewater rafting for our kids (13 and 12) - mum and dad already been in New Zealand! We all went on the family whitewater trip and had a brilliant time. All the required clothing and safety equipment was supplied and a very good informative safety briefing given. First half of the trip on the... More

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Arlington, Texas
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“Chinook Rafting”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 18, 2011

The best rafting experience! The staff at Chinook were experienced, organized, and professional. We will definitely go back on our next trip. More

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Banff, Canada
1 review
“Dissapointed”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed September 14, 2011

I was disappointed with the trip, it was not a class 3-4, i would say more of a class 2 More

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Calgary, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Fun, scenic day trip”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 13, 2011
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We went with our company as a team building activity and it was super fun! You definitely need to work as a team to actually enjoy the rafting, and take in the full experience. Our guide was AJ and he was very informative, knowledgeable and made sure we had lots of fun yet safe. There was ample parking and lots... More

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San Francisco Bay Area
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Nice guides, 'rapids' way too mellow”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2011
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person found this review helpful

We went on a "white water adventure" on the Kanasaskis River with the Chinook Rafting company. The company was extremely well-run, the guides very knowledgeable and nice, but the river was more like a bumpy float trip with just a little class 2 rapid excitement thrown in at the beginning. The flow and level of the river is controlled so... More

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Canmore, Canada
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Great trip, very friendly staff, fun afternoon for anyone!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 10, 2011
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people found this review helpful

Had a great time, the staff were all really friendly and helpful from the outset, our raft guide AJ was very competent and looked after us really well down the river. Was a great day out, nice round off at the end with hot drinks and cookies too! More

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Banff, Canada
2 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“What a way to entertain :)”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 9, 2011

I took my brother and his girlfriend rafting when they came to visit. From the minute we were picked up in their van to being dropped back off we felt welcome, comfortable and safe. Our guide Chris did not miss anything. He went through everything we could possibly want and need to know. Worst case scenarios and most importantly just... More

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“Great fun!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 4, 2011

We did this this morning. Had lots of fun. Very well organised and professional, with a relaxed and laid back feel to it. We had AJ as our guide - he was great, very enthusiastic, friendly and down to earth. He made the trip very enjoyable for us. Definitely recommend this for anyone looking for a bit of excitement. More

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Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Great way to spend a morning”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 31, 2011

Very friendly and capable staff. Aj excellent in steering the raft. Jumps well worth doing on horse shoe canyon trip and water v.refreshing. More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Great trip”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 30, 2011

Went rafting with Chris as our guide and he made the trip a ton of fun. He was very friendly and seemed to adjust the trip according to what our abilities and interests were. After the trip was over we swam in the river for a bit and never felt rushed. After the ride they provided drinks and cookies and,... More

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