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Overview
Combine Sunwapta River Rafting with a Wildlife Tour and Save 15%
Experience a thrilling whitewater rafting adventure on the Class 3 Sunwapta River, then relax and watch the wild go by on a Wildlife Tour. You’ll save 15% with this Jasper National Park combo deal.
What's Included
Sunwapta River Rafting Tour
Duration
4 hours
Price
From
$117 CA
Age
12+ years
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Jasper National Park Wildlife Tours
Duration
3 hours
Price
From
$59
Age
5+ years
Highlights
Sunwapta Whitewater Rafting: ‘Sunwapta’ is the Stoney First Nation term for ‘turbulent river’ and this river lives up to its name! With a steep gradient and numerous rapids, this is Jasper’s wild water roller coaster ride — home to a locally-renown rapid named ‘The Whopper’. Choose a 9:30am or 1:30pm departure — 4 hour duration.
Wildlife Tour: Jasper National Park is well known for its abundant wildlife and the early morning or evening is prime time for viewing. On this vehicle-based tour you will travel to seasonal locations, selected daily by your local guide. This allows you the best chance to spot various animals such as elk, bear, moose, sheep and deer. You’ll also learn the challenges of managing and protecting wildlife in the national park. Your guide will be eager to answer your questions, as they passionately share the magic of Jasper’s wild side, bringing the stories of the animals to life. Choose a 8:30am or 5:30pm departure — 3 hour duration.
After purchasing this combo deal, you will need to select a preferred time and date for your Wildlife Tour. Use the promo code contained in your confirmation email to secure your preferred Wildlife Tour departure.
FAQs
This combo includes the Sunwapta River Rafting Tour and the Jasper National Park Wildlife Tour. It’s a great way to experience both adrenaline-packed Class 3 whitewater rafting and wildlife viewing in Jasper National Park. Each tour can be booked on different days based on availability.
Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, as animals move freely in their natural habitat.
However, we have a high success rate, with wildlife sightings on approximately 95% of tours. Each day is unique, and the types of animals seen vary based on seasonal activity and feeding patterns.
On the rare occasion that wildlife is not spotted, your guide will still provide engaging commentary about local wildlife, habitats, and the ecosystem, ensuring a rewarding and educational experience.
The Jasper National Park Wildlife Tour is a vehicle-based experience that follows a flexible route based on daily wildlife activity. Guides travel a mix of main highways and smaller local roads to maximize sightings. All wildlife viewing takes place from inside the bus, and the tour remains on paved roads in accordance with Parks Canada regulations.
Common wildlife sightings include elk, deer, bighorn sheep, bears, and bald eagles, with occasional sightings of moose, mountain goats, or coyotes. Your guide uses local knowledge and recent wildlife activity to help maximize your chances of seeing a variety of animals throughout the tour.
The full Sunwapta River Rafting Tour takes approximately 4 hours, including shuttle, safety briefing, and changing. You’ll spend about 1.5 hours on the water, with a scenic 40-minute shuttle each way to the river.
The Sunwapta River Rafting Tour is suitable for ages 12 and up, with a minimum weight of 90 lbs (41 kg). All minors must be accompanied by an adult and must meet the minimum requirements on the day of the trip.
No experience is required for the Sunwapta River Rafting Tour. This Class 3 whitewater trip is beginner-friendly and adrenaline-packed, with licensed guides providing full safety instructions and paddle guidance throughout.
No, combo tours are flexible. You can schedule your rafting and wildlife experiences on different days while still receiving the combo rate—allowing you to plan your Jasper adventure at your own pace.
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Sunwapta Rafting & Wildlife Tour Combo
Experience a thrilling whitewater rafting adventure on the Class 3 Sunwapta River, then relax and watch the ‘wild’ go by on a Wildlife Tour. You’ll save 15% with this Jasper National Park combo deal.
AVAILABLE
June 20 - Aug 23, 2026
DURATION
7 hours
AGES
12+ years
Adult
Age 16 and over
$187.85 CA
Child
Ages 12–15
*Must be accompanied by an adult
$162.35 CA
+ 5% GST & 3% Parks Canada Government River Access Fee
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