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What
class are the rapids? 10% are class 1;
40% class 2; 30% class 3; 20% class 4. Class 4 rapids
are the highest operators are legally allowed to
raft commercially.
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| 4. |
What
qualifications do the guides have? All
guides have a minimum average of 8 years experience,
with at least 2 years on the Kicking Horse. All
guides are fully certified trip leaders, and certified
in advance wilderness first aid & swift water
rescue. All guides also have white water kayaking
experience.
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| 5. |
Is
rafting dangerous? Rafting is an adventure
activity, and all adventure activities do involve
a degree of risk. Hydra River Guides does it’s
best to ensure the safety of all participants.
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| 6. |
Do
you do half day trips? We only do the full
day trips, as the transport time from Banff is 1.5
hours, it is best to maximize the entire day at
the river.
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| 7. |
What
part the river do you raft? Hydra offers
trips on the upper and lower canyon of the river.
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| 8. |
Is
the water cold? The Kicking Horse River
is glacier fed, so the water is always cold no matter
the time of day or year. To keep our rafters warm
we provide 4mm wetsuits, neoprene booties &
gloves, wool sweaters, and spray jackets - as well
as life jackets and helmets for safety.
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| 9. |
How
many people in each raft? 8 rafters plus
the guide
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| 10. |
Will
my group be able to be in the same raft?
Rafters will be divided into groups at the river.
Just let the guides know at the river that you are
together. Unless your group is more than 8 people,
it shouldn’t be a problem to all get into
the same raft - but we cannot guarantee that you
will be all in 1 raft.
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| 11. |
What
size do your wetsuits go up to? We have
wetsuits up to XXXL, but there is a maximum weight
restriction of 300lbs.
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| 12. |
Can
I bring a camera? Yes, but if you plan
to bring the camera on the raft with you, make sure
that it is waterproof, and keep in mind that you
will be paddling and bumped around in the raft so
you will not be able to hold the camera ready for
pictures. Hydra does have a photographer who takes
both group and action shots from the shore of your
rafting trip which are available for purchase after
the trip. The Hydra office also has underwater cameras
available for purchase prior to your trip.
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| 13. |
Can
I book in advance but pay closer to the date?
Yes, reservations can be made in advance, we just
need a credit card to hold the reservation. We will
not charge the card until 3 days prior to the trip
date. Individuals can pay separately. They need
to call with a credit card number or come in to
our office location and pay 2 days prior to the
trip date. |
