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EASY RAFTING / SCENIC FLOAT TRIP (ATHABASCA RIVER RAFT/FLOAT TRIP

Jasper is a specialized municipality in western Alberta, Canada. It is the commercial centre of Jasper National Park, located in the Canadian Rockies within the Athabasca River valley.

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This fun and easy rafting / scenic float trip travels down the Athabasca River, a designated Canadian Heritage River. A Jasper National Park licensed guide will provide commentary on the human and natural history of Jasper while navigating along the same route used by the fur traders over 2 centuries ago. Lifejackets and the specially designed, 7 m / 25 ft long, oar-powered rafts offer a safe and comfortable ride through several small, easy sets of rapids and calm stretches that any first-time rafter will enjoy. The guides do all the rowing while the group sits back and enjoys the ride and spectacular scenery. There is a chance of seeing various wildlife including elk, deer, moose, coyotes, wolves, eagles, ospreys, mountain sheep and bears. This trip is designed for the whole family; toddlers to seniors - ages 2-99 are welcome. Minimum age 2

Location/DirectionsPassengers must meet at the Totem Pole at the Jasper TrainStation, 607 Connaught Drive, 15 minutes prior to the tourdeparture.Daily DeparturesMay 12 - Oct 7 Hotel pickups start at 11:45Passenger InstructionsPassengers are recommended to confirm services 24 hoursprior by contacting the supplier directly. Tours operate rainor shine. All participants are required to sign a waiver ofliability prior to departure. In the event of low waterconditions, a 9 km trip may be substituted. The trip timewill remain approximately the same.Rivers are rated on a scale of one to six: Class I iscalm-moving water, Class 6 being the most extreme. Thesection of the Athabasca River that is rafted on is rated asa Class II; there are some sections with rapids that do littlemore than get backsides wet! Wetsuits are not providedand they are not necessary for this type of raft / float trip.When necessary, plastic rain ponchos are provided toprotect the group from splashes and potential rainshowers. Lifejackets are provided, and must be worn at alltimes. The seat of your pants may get wet.What To BringWear casual clothing and dress appropriately for theweather.

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