Illecillewaet Whitewater

Embark on an unforgettable adventure on the Illecillewaet River. Nestled in the heart of the majestic Selkirk Mountains, this tributary of the Columbia River is fed by the Illecillewaet Glacier in Glacier National Park.

Adult (Aged 17+) $165

Youth (Aged 13-16) $140

Child (Aged 8-12) $120

This includes all applicable land use fees and booking fees. 5% Goods and Services Tax (GST) is added at checkout. Prices are in Canadian Dollars. No surprises at the checkout. See all our packages and deals.

Group Deals

Groups of 8-15 10% off

Groups of 16-36 15% off

Trip Length

Half Day / 26km / 4 hours

Classification

2-3+ (4 in High Water)

River

Illecillewaet River

Minimum Age

8 years old

Trip Details

This 4-hour round trip excursion includes 2.5 hours of thrilling whitewater rafting on 26 km of crystal-clear water. As you float past Mt. Revelstoke National Park, you’ll be awestruck by the contrasting snowcapped peaks and lush cedar and hemlock groves. Keep an eye out for black bears, mountain goats, beavers, bald eagles, and a variety of waterfowl.

The river’s flow changes throughout the season, providing a wild ride for rafters of all abilities. With 30+ years of experience as Revelstoke’s longest-running river rafting company, you can rest assured that you’re in good hands with our expert guides and top-notch safety measures.

Departures

May 17 to June 20 One Trip per day at 1:00pm
June 21 to Aug 26 Two Trips per day at 9:00am & 1:00pm
Aug 27 to Sept 8 One Trip per day at 1:00pm

Apex Rafting can be found at the Regent Hotel, a historic location in downtown Revelstoke, one block east of Grizzly Plaza.

Extra Info

Rafting with Apex means there will be a photographer capturing the excitement of every trip. Please take advantage and pose away!

Photos will be emailed to you via Pixieset link after your trip, where you can easily share on social media and with friends and family. Click here for an example of what you will receive.

Rafters will need to sign a Waiver for the day of your trip.
You can also download and print the waiver for review here.

Weather conditions vary from month to month, however, river attire generally does not. We'll provide you with a wetsuit, wetsuit socks, and a spray jacket. We also have fleece tops for cooler days.

For under the wetsuit: Wear a bathing suit or shorts and a t-shirt. Please try to avoid wearing cotton as it tends to be cold once it gets wet.

For your feet: We supply wetsuit socks, but you need shoes to wear over them. A pair of running shoes or strap-on sandals work, but they will get wet! We have a supply of “experienced rafting footwear” on hand for guests who want to keep their shoes dry or don’t have anything appropriate.

Rafting with Apex means there will be a photographer capturing the excitement of every trip. Please take advantage and pose away!

Photos will be emailed to you via Pixieset link after your trip, where you can easily share on social media and with friends and family. Click here for an example of what you will receive.

Rafters will need to sign a Waiver for the day of your trip.
You can also download and print the waiver for review here.

Weather conditions vary from month to month, however, river attire generally does not. We'll provide you with a wetsuit, wetsuit socks, and a spray jacket. We also have fleece tops for cooler days.

For under the wetsuit: Wear a bathing suit or shorts and a t-shirt. Please try to avoid wearing cotton as it tends to be cold once it gets wet.

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Helen G.

I cannot recommend this incredible company more highly. The staff are all so kind and thoughtful. After the first couple of rapids my youngest son wanted to go back to shore. The staff were amazing and with no fuss helped him off the boat so everyone else could continue. My eldest son and husband loved the experience. Thank you all so much. I'd love to come back.

Izzy D.

A brilliant rafting experience. We came a week or so ago and our guide, Jay, was excellent. I was a bit nervous beforehand but I felt totally safe and reassured once we began! The wetsuits and gear were excellent and kept me warm. Plus the option to use their shoes was great. I’d definitely recommend.

Also, the free photos were brilliant and a great addition to the experience!

Ian L.

Apex rafting was a highlight of our Canada/Rockies adventure! Devon was an excellent guide and was very gracious to allow our kids to enjoy the experience to the full and so got involved with the endless splashing (Thanks Devon, they had a blast!) The whole team we very friendly and welcoming, good equipment and felt very safe for the whole trip. Thanks all! (sorry my sons google account/picture!)

Elizabeth C.

We had a great trip with Devon as a guide. She looked after us, and our 8 year old, making us feel safe and secure whilst maximising the fun and adventure! Devon also passed on lots of local knowledge about the landscape, plants and animals and local restaurants and other activities. A great morning, and I'd highly recommend both Apex and Devon as your guide.

Christopher D.

It was an exceptionally enjoyable and memorable white-water rafting experience with the highly skilled and knowledgeable guides from Apex. Their profound understanding of the river and its rapids allowed them to expertly navigate the course, ensuring an exhilarating and safe adventure. Additionally, their thoughtfulness extended to lending me a GoPro mounting kit free of charge when I realized I had forgotten mine, enabling me to capture the thrilling moments on video.
I wholeheartedly endorse these guides and the company they represent, and I highly recommend their services to anyone seeking an unforgettable rafting experience.

Catalina M.

We booked this experience after a friend of ours recommended it and we cannot say enough great things about it! This was our first time rafting and has now encouraged us to go rafting everywhere we travel! The team was very organized, thorough and knowledgeable! Our guide Cade was funny, kind and truly made the experience what it was for us! We would definitely recommend this tour!

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