For years, weβve safely introduced thousands of young adventurers to the incredible rivers of Squamishβs Sea to Sky Corridorβjust a short drive between Vancouver and Whistler.
A rafting trip with Canadian Outback Rafting is more than just funβitβs a chance for youth to build confidence, step outside their comfort zone, and experience the natural beauty of British Columbia, all under the care of our experienced, certified guides.
Perfect for Scouts, Girl Guides, ESL students, summer campers, and Duke of Edinburgh Award participants, our youth group rafting trips are fully supervised, professionally guided, and designed with safety, teamwork, and fun at the core. Itβs a memorable, worry-free day on the water your group will be talking about all year.
βWe took our 5 year old son on the family float trip down the Cheakamus Splash which was fantastic. The guides were knowledgeable, engaging and fun. It was a great day on the river and I highly recommend to anyone wanting a great kid friendly adventure in beautiful Squamish!β ~ campingCJ
Daily Departures
Meeting Location: 12825 Squamish Valley Road, Squamish
*Please note that meeting time is 30 minutes prior to the trip times listed below*
Saturday April 18th – Friday May 22nd
9:15am Monday – Saturday
10:45am Sunday
Saturday May 23rd – Sunday June 28th
9:15am Monday – Saturday
10:45 am Sunday
3:00pm Saturday & Sunday
Monday June 29th – Sunday July 5th
9:15am Monday – Sunday
3pm Monday – Sunday
Monday July 6th – Sunday August 23rd
9:15am Monday – Sunday
3:00pm Monday – Sunday
*Except August 16th and 23rd, 10:45am instead of 9:15am*
Monday August 24th – Sunday August 30th
9:15am Monday – Saturday
10:45am Sunday
3:00pm Saturday & Sunday
Monday August 31st – Sunday September 27th
9:15am Monday – Saturday
10:45am Sunday
*Except Sunday September 6th 9:15am and 3pm departures instead of 10:45am.
Groups of 25+ Adults (age 17+)
$139.99 CDN +tax per person
Groups of 25+ Youth (age 5-16)
$94.99 CDN +tax per person (+1 Free adult for every 9 youth)
*Prices are shown in Canadian dollars. A $5 RRF fee and tax not included in prices shown.
The child-friendlyΒ Cheakamus Splash rafting trip is a half-day fun raftingΒ trip that features small splashy rapids, outstanding scenery and lots of laughs. Itβs an ideal outdoor activity for younger youth groupsΒ looking for an adventurous activity.
Activity Level: Beginners. Perfect for young families.
Experience Level: No prior rafting experience is required.
Check-in: Start and end at our rafting resort at 12825 Squamish Valley Road. Transportation to our base from Whistler is available. Ask us for details.
Whatβs Included:
Instruction, training, and leadership from expert rafting guides.
Rafting gear, wetsuits (optional on hot days), booties, life jackets, and helmets.
Transportation from our rafting resort in the Squamish Valley to and from the river.
Adventure Duration: Approximately 90 minutesΒ of rafting, plus some time getting ready at our base and busing to and from the river.Β Weβll be back at our base approx. 3-3.5 hours after you first arrive.
Requirements: Must be 5 years or older and weigh minimum 50 lbs.
As you raft downΒ the glacier-fed Cheakamus River between old growth forests, youβll experience the excitement of gentle rapids and see a variety of birds, wildlife, waterfalls, and the towering peaks of the Coast Mountains in British Columbia.Β At the same time youβll learn about the intriguing Squamish First Nations history, a keyΒ part of the history of the area.
Of course anytime kids get around water, you know there will be a water fight! Perfect the art of splashing others (you never know when theΒ Splash MonsterΒ will rise out of the river!), and get a chance to cool off with a quick dip in the pure, glacier-fed, jade-tinted water.
This year get out on the river β¦ the Cheakamus Splash is a tonΒ of fun for everyone in your group!
βDid the Cheakamus Splash this past weekend and was blown away! Our guide was very professional and kept us laughing the whole time. We all enjoyed a few exciting rapids, a nice swim and breathtaking scenery. Itβs an awesome adventure.β ~Β expatmom2015
Daily Departures
Meeting Location: 12825 Squamish Valley Road, Squamish
Please note that meeting time is 30 minutes prior to the trip times listed below.
Saturday April 18th – Friday May 22nd
9:00am Monday – Saturday
11:00am Sunday
Saturday May 23rd – Sunday June 28th
9:00am Monday – Saturday
1:00pm Saturday
11:00am Sunday
Monday June 29th – Sunday July 5th
9:00am Monday – Sunday
1:00pm Saturday and Sunday
*Except Wednesday July 1st, additional 1pm departure.
Monday July 6th – Sunday August 23rd
9:00am Monday – Sunday
1:00pm Monday – Sunday
*Except Sunday August 16th and 23rd, 11am departure time only instead of 9am and 1pm*
Monday August 24th – Sunday August 30th
9:00am Monday – Friday
9:00am & 1pm – Saturday
11:00am Sunday
Monday August 31st – Sunday September 27th
9:00am Monday – Saturday
11am Sunday
*Except Sunday September 6th, 9am and 1pm departures instead of 11am.
Groups of 25+ Adults (age 17+)
$174.99 CDN +tax per person
Groups of 25+ Youth (age 13-16)
$154.99 CDN +tax per person
*Prices are shown in Canadian dollars. A $5 RRF fee and tax not included in prices shown.
The Wet & Wild Elaho Exhilarator rafting trip is our most popular teenΒ youth groupΒ rafting trip, and for good reason.
Activity Level: Adventurous beginners.
Experience Level: No prior rafting experience is required.
Check-in:Β Start and end at our rafting resort at 12825 Squamish Valley Road.Β Transportation to our base from WhistlerΒ and Vancouver is available. Ask us for details.
Whatβs Included:
Instruction, training, and leadership from expert rafting guides.
Rafting gear, wetsuits, booties, life jackets, and helmets.
Transportation from our rafting resort in the Squamish Valley to and from the river.
Adventure Duration: Approximately 2.5-3 hours ofΒ rafting, plus some time getting ready at our base and busing to and from the river. Youβll be back at our baseΒ approx. 5-5.5 hours after you first arrive.
Requirements: Must be 13 or older and weigh over 90 lbs.
Our talented team of professional river guides will teach you the skills necessary to ride big waves and catch air as you navigate down the Class 3-4 Elaho and Squamish Rivers. Your courage will be tested as you travel through the infamous βDevilβs Elbowβ section of the rapids, as seen on TVβs famous Eco-Challenge Adventure Race. Depending on the water levels, youβll also be ableΒ to swim through some small rapids, βride the bullβ, and enjoy a few laughs as your buddiesΒ scramble to stay on board.
Along with some of North Americaβs most exhilarating rapids, your river journey will take you through approximately 16 kms of British Columbiaβs most inspiring wilderness. Take time to appreciate your surroundings and enjoy the world-class scenery including old growth forests, dormant volcanoes, towering glaciers, and stunning waterfalls that cascade hundreds of feet toward the river.Β If youβre really lucky youβll get a glimpse of the local deer, beavers and bears which often stop by the riverβs edge.
This is white water rafting at its best!
βThe Elaho Exhilarator trip was perfect. The guides were very well organized and efficient, but without rushing their guests. The rafting trip itself was just the right length β not too long, not too short. Highly recommended.βΒ ~Β ScottF702
If youβre interested in taking your youth group out on a unique overnight white water rafting adventure, check out our 2-Day Elaho Rafting Expedition. During this trip youβll experience an authentic expedition-style trip with two days of rafting, catered riverside dinner and breakfast, and overnight stay at our remote river campsite, complete with a sandy beach and stunning views of the region.
Itβs a world-class wilderness adventure experience, so close to home.
Share your memories! Post your pics & vids online.
Take home all the incredible action shots and GoPro video footage from your rafting trip. Itβs the perfect way to share (brag) to all your friends on social media.
An emailed link with all of your action shots of you conquering the river … $55 + tax.
GoPro video camera rental and hi-def footage of your rafting adventure … $55 + tax.
Bundle and Save! Get both your pics and your GoPro hi-def video footage … $90 + tax.
BONUS: Purchase any of the above and get a $30 rafting coupon to use the next time you come out rafting with us! Restrictions apply.
Treat yourself to a well-deserved river adventure!