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Are you planning a family escape to the Alberta Rockies this summer and wondering how you can make the most of your time in the mountains? While the team at Hydra River Guides is best known for our rafting expertise and tend to think that a day on the water is one of the best ways to experience the Rockies (can you blame us?), there are endless ways to experience the natural beauty and wonder that make up this incredible part of our big “backyard”.

Banff and its surrounding communities, including Golden, BC, where Hydra is based, attract countless guests each year, all looking to make the most of Alberta’s biggest outdoor playground. With countless hiking trails, viewpoints, attractions and plenty of ways to relax, it’s no wonder that the Rockies are a favourite vacation spot for Albertans from all provinces. Whether you’re a diehard thrill seeker that’s looking to spend your time jumping into heart-pumping adventures or are hoping to take things a little slower, relax, and soak in the natural beauty, Banff and Golden have plenty of ways to keep you satisfied. To help you make the most of your time in the mountains this summer below is a shortlist of some of the best ways to let your inner adventurer shine!

Planning a Rocky Mountain getaway this summer and hoping to recharge surrounded by natural beauty? If your ideal way of unwinding is by focusing your energy on an epic adventure, there’s no better way to relax in the wild than by tackling the Kicking Horse River. Located in gorgeous Golden, BC (just 75 minutes away from Banff), the Kicking Horse has everything you need for an epic day on the river. From breathtaking views to rushing waters just waiting to be conquered, spending the day in Golden is the perfect way to make the most of your time in the Rockies. Learn more about why you need to take on the Kicking Horse River this summer below!

Machines, mountains and beautiful views are what you'll experience on an ATV tour in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Go further up into the mountains and discover areas that are out of reach on foot with excursions that last from 2-5 hours. Here are some tips you should keep in mind on an ATV tour in Golden.

Are you ready for the heart-pumping adventure of a lifetime? Not afraid to get a little wet and wild while tackling one of nature’s greatest wonders? Suit up and grab your paddle, it’s time to tackle the Kicking Horse with Hydra River Guides!

Are you and the family getting ready to make the most of summer 2021? With warm weather on the way and endless places to explore, the perfect adventure is just around the corner! Located just 75 minutes from the mountain hotspot of Banff, Golden BC is one of Canada’s hidden gems and home to some of the most incredible experiences (not to mention views!) in the Rockies.

Rushing waters, killer waves, and big thrills; this summer, the Canadian Rockies have more reasons than ever before to get outside and explore our incredible ‘backyard’! For over 30 years, Hydra River Guides has helped adventurers of all ages and experience levels explore the world-renowned Kicking Horse River.

Summer is just around the corner! Are you ready to shake off the winter blues and make 2021 your year for adventure? With one of Canada’s biggest playgrounds calling your name, there’s never been a better time to take a walk on the wild side and experience the thrill of white water rafting on the Kicking Horse River!

Feeling a little stir crazy and ready to let loose with a wild adventure in the Canadian Rockies this summer? Don’t miss out on an incredible opportunity to explore Canada’s stunning natural “backyard” in 2021 with the help of Hydra River Guides. Located just 75 minutes away from Banff in Golden, BC, our team of wild water experts has welcomed guests to the Kicking Horse for over 30 years, and with competitively priced packages, making the most of your adventure has never been easier. Learn more below!

Summer is just around the corner, and that means long sunny days filled with adventure are calling your name. If you’re looking for the ultimate chance to get down with nature and experience the Canadian Rockies this year, the Kicking Horse River is the place to be! Home to rushing water, big waves, and plenty of fun, Hydra River Guides is ready to welcome you to this incredible piece of natural paradise and help you experience the thrill of a lifetime, all from the convenience of a cohort exclusive raft. Learn more about our book a boat program, as well as the Kicking Horse River, below!

Spring is here, and you know what that means…rafting season is just around the corner!

As temperatures climb and winter’s chilly grasp finally begins to melt away, the Rockies spring to life with sunshine and adventure that’s ready for you and your closet crew of cohorts to explore this summer! Whether you’re a diehard adrenaline junkie that’s looking for an experience unlike anything you’ve experienced so far, or you’re a veteran rafter that’s ready to hit the waves for another round with one of mother nature’s most epic sources of white water, Hydra River Guides has you covered! Located in the heart of the Rockies, just 90 minutes from Banff in Golden, BC, our ultra-exclusive river base puts you right on the bank of the infamous Kicking Horse river for a wild ride that you’re sure to remember forever. Learn more about the Kicking Horse and rafting with Hydra below!