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Hydra River Guides Raft the mighty Kicking Horse River. Hydra River Guides offers whitewater trips for all ages and budgets. Are you ready for a thrilling raft ride?
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The Kicking Horse has a reputation for being an exciting river, packed with mighty rapids and plenty of thrills. Hydra River Guides has been introducing guests to the “kicks” of whitewater rafting since 1986! With age, comes wisdom and Hydra prides itself on the quality of the rafting experience and caliber of staff. We know you’re looking for a great time at a great price. It’s what we have been doing for 32 years. We thank guests that have rafted with us and invite those that haven’t, to join us for a trip on the river. You won’t regret it, we know rafting. Hydra River Guides – Powered by Nature.

09/14/2026

🚨This is your final call to go whitewater rafting on the in 2026! 🚨

That’s right, folks — we’re the last ones running the river and we would LOVE to take you with us this week!

⌚️Trips depart daily @ 1:15pm
📍Located only ~1 hour and 15 min west of Banff, AB and 30 min east of Golden, BC
🛟 All safety gear (wetsuit, fleeces, gloves, helmet, booties, life jackets, etc.) is included
🚌 The best part? All our trips depart from our private river base. Less time on a bus = more time on the rio! 🌊

🎟️ Pre-bookings required! Please visit our website or give us a call!

📱 www.raftbanff.com
☎️ 1-888-920-3968

08/07/2026

POV: You’re about to raft a Class 4 Rapid on the Kicking Horse River in Golden, BC and the saxophones are getting louder…🎷

Portage-Shotgun rapid is the pinnacle of our trip. It’s 1-kilometre of non-stop whitewater action surrounded by towering cliff walls…but we’re willing to bet most people don’t even notice that detail. It’s sure to get your heart pumping!

⌚️Trips depart daily @ 9:15am, 1:15pm & 3:45pm. Pre-bookings required
‼️ We are the ONLY company in Golden that departs directly from a private, riverside base.
🌊 That means less time on a bus, and more time on the river!
📍Located only ~ 1 hour and 15 min west of Banff, AB and 30-min east of Golden, BC
🛟 All safety gear (wetsuit, helmet, booties, life jackets, etc.) is included

Please visit our website or give us a call!

📱 www.raftbanff.com
☎️ 1-888-920-3968

07/23/2026

POV: you go whitewater rafting on the and your guide yells at you ✨for safety✨

We promise we’re not actually mad at you, but sometimes we have to go from 😇 to 👹 so you can hear us over all the excitement. It’s nothing personal, we just want you to stay safe!

Come try out some of the best whitewater rafting in the Rocky Mountains — it’s bound to be a highlight of your trip!

⌚️Trips depart daily @ 9:15am, 1:15pm & 3:45pm
🚌 The best part? All our trips depart from our private river base. Less time on a bus = more time on the river! 🌊
📍Located only ~1 hour and 15 min west of Banff, AB and 2 hours east of Revelstoke, BC
🛟 All safety gear (wetsuit, helmet, booties, life jackets, etc.) is included
🧭 Coming from the west? Don’t forget about that pesky time change at the boundary — we operate on Mountain Standard Time (MST)

Pre-bookings required! Please visit our website or give us a call!

📱 www.raftbanff.com
☎️ 1-888-920-3968

Safe to say, we have been having A LOT of fun on (and off) the river lately — we think the photos are proof of that! 🌊It...
07/10/2026

Safe to say, we have been having A LOT of fun on (and off) the river lately — we think the photos are proof of that! 🌊

It’s looking like a beautiful weekend here on the . If you’re looking for some excitement, join us on the river! The splashes are still going strong and there is no better way to beat the heat than white water rafting in the Canadian Rockies!

⌚️Trips depart daily @ 9:15am, 1:15pm & 3:45pm
⌛️Our 3:45pm trip is perfect for those who want to squeeze it all into one day! Book another activity for the morning then head on down the road!
📍Located only ~ 1 hour and 15 min west of Banff, AB and 30-min east of Golden, BC
🛟 All safety gear (wetsuit, helmet, booties, life jackets, etc.) is included
🎟️ Pre-bookings required. Learn about all of our offers & book your trip at www.raftbanff.com

07/06/2026

Big splashes = a guaranteed cool down on the ! 🌊

☀️ Summer has finally arrived, and it’s hot out there! 🥵

🏔️ If you’re looking for epic views but don’t want to put in the work of a sweaty hike, try rafting with us instead!

⌚️Trips depart daily @ 9:15am, 1:15pm & 3:45pm
⌛️Our 3:45pm trip is perfect for those who want to squeeze it all into one day! Book another activity for the morning then head on down the road!
📍Located only ~ 1 hour and 15 min west of Banff, AB and 30-min east of Golden, BC
🛟 All safety gear (wetsuit, helmet, booties, life jackets, etc.) is included

Come get those splashes! We can’t wait to show you the magic of ! ✨

Address

2936 Kicking Horse Road
Golden, BC
V0A1H0

Telephone

+18889203968

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