The 9 Best Boat Tours & Water Sports in Golden, Kootenay Rockies

Wet N' Wild Adventures takes you whitewater rafting on the famous Kicking Horse River every May through September and offers a variety of packages that vary from family friendly scenic floats to adrenalin pumping class 3 & 4 rapids! Included in your trip is transportation to and from the river, all river gear, and changerooms with the only HOT showers in Golden! Call to make your booking today!

Alpine Rafting offers Half and Full Day Trips on the Kicking Horse River starting at $59 per person. All experience levels welcome, no experience necessary. We offer Golden's biggest thrills!

We are opening on June 27th, 2020! We're excited to welcome you back to the wide open space of the Canadian Rockies. For over 35 years Glacier Raft Company has been providing white water rafting trips on the Kicking Horse, and other beautiful rivers around Golden B.C. We love the water and the thrill it provides and we want to share it with you! This is your life. Live an Adventure.

Nestled in the Columbia River Valley between the spectacular Rocky and Purcell Mountain ranges lies the Columbia Wetlands Outpost. Many of us call the Columbia Wetlands a living natural treasure because of it’s role as an essential eco-system, home to hundreds of animal species. What we also know is that the mighty Columbia River slows as it winds through the wetlands, setting the pace for us and all who seek respite here. Guests at the Columbia Wetlands Outpost have an opportunity to experience a magical adventure, a chance to pause and soak in something that is eye-wateringly beautiful, exciting yet profound. Whether you prefer to explore endless tributaries, at your own pace, in a canoe/kayak/SUP or simply float gently down the Columbia on a guided catacraft tour is your choice. Stay with us for several days to experience even more of our beautiful surroundings at the luxurious Columbia Wetlands Outpost Lodge, or unique Columbia Wetlands Outpost Tepee and Timber tents.

We offer guided canoe trips on the Columbia River, led by experienced guides, that are the perfect introduction to canoeing. We also have canoes and SUPs available for daily rentals if you want to do your own exploring of the lakes in the Rockies.

Kicking Horse has attracted rave reviews for its awesome vertical, deep powder and spectacular terrain mix. With an express gondola accessing over 4314 ft (1315m) of vertical, you’re bound to ski and ride an impressive feat of terrain comparable to only that of heli-skiing. Coupled with summer activities such as mountain biking, wildlife education, and alpine sightseeing, this is a place where the stories are almost too tall to believe.

On your trip between Nicholson and Golden, you will be exposed to a section of the largest intact stretch of wetlands in North America - 150 kilometers in total. The area is home to many species of birds, fish, mammals and features unique vegetation and exceptional views of the surrounding mountains

Offering safe, fun and exciting guided fishing adventures on the world class lakes, rivers and streams that surround the spectacular mountain town of Golden, BC. From beginners to seasoned anglers, our experienced guides will use our wealth of knowledge to help you experience some of the best fishing that we have in this beautiful province. Each tour is tailored to suit your group’s preferences, experience and goals so whether we’re targeting lots of small Rainbows, a handful of nice Brookies, sight fishing trophy Rainbows or hunting giant Bull Trout, we do our best to make your tour the ideal day for you. We also offer instructional clinics in basic fishing, beginner and advanced fly casting (including Spey style with switch and double hand rods), fly tying and more. Just give us a call and we will build the course how you like. From one on one guiding, to family tours or corporate team building trips, call us now to plan the fishing adventure of your dreams!