Finally …. A BC Family Rafting Adventure designed for kids as young as 7 years old.
With 41 years of rafting experience in Wells Gray Park, Interior Whitewater offers you our always popular "Catch A Wave" trip. A trip that children as young as 7 can enjoy, "Catch A Wave"is much more than just another family outing. We’ve been told time and time again from parents that this trip was one of the most rewarding experiences their kids have ever had.
Gone are electronic gadgets, chores, and schedules. Our "Catch A Wave" trip makes everyone feel like they are part of a team, all working together to achieve a common goal. Our safety conscious and informative guides will do their utmost to teach a little bit about the natural history and geology of the area as well as find time to go for a hike to a breathtaking waterfall or explore some old growth forest. The splashy whitewater we raft is at the perfect level of excitement to satisfy those more adventurous while bringing even the most hesitant young rafters into the fun!
Family friendly rafting designed for ages 7 and up! Our newest trip is a wonderful way to enjoy an introduction to whitewater with lots of fun waves and splashes in a section of the lower canyon on the Clearwater River that excludes the more challenging areas of the whitewater. During this trip we will hike to a waterfall and include some games and a snack. Begins mid-July.
ADULT: $134.00 + tax
YOUTH: $119.00 + tax (16 AND UNDER) Minimum Age: 7 years
Class: I & II Rapids
Departs: 10 am and 2 pm This trip is available starting mid-July (depending on the water levels)
On our "Catch a Wave" trip, your family will get a taste of whitewater action on the Clearwater River. You will raft through plenty of exciting Class II rapids, perfect for younger kids looking for an adventure. A higlight of the trip is the short hike up to kid-sized waterfall where parents and children alike have a blast jumping through the falls and into the natural pool below.
"Catch A Wave" is a unique experience whether you’re 7 years old, a teen, or an adult. It is a way to bond for parents and children, brothers and sisters, grandparents and grandchildren. But don’t just take our word for it, come and experience a family outing like no other from the best seat in the house—aboard one of our rafts on the"Catch A Wave" trip this summer.
IWE has strong safety policies regarding all trips. We have a minimum of two guides on every"Catch A Wave" even with as few as four guests. We stay away from the big rapids of the Clearwater River and operate the "Catch A Wave" trip on a section of river that is class two only. We start in late July when the levels have receded and the water and air temperatures have warmed up. All participants are outfitted with a 3mm wetsuit for warmth as well as a fleece pullover, splash jacket, lifejacket, and helmet.
This trip is ideal for:
For families with kids too young to participate in regular adult whitewater rafting trips.
No experience is required
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So much Fun! Excellent & knowledgeable staff & the waterfall was absolutely stunning! A great adventure that has become a favorite to come back to year after year!Shauna, Kamlooops, BC
Five fantastic days. Great guides—so friendly and fun, with great hospitality. Very memorable. Thank you! - August 17, 2014Di & Julia Cripps
One of the highlights of my life. That was awesome. Thanks to our guides Maison and Sebastian and driver Kayley.Owen and Tim Wood
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Loved it, loved it, and loved it!! Great Guides, walking through the falls was so cool and the rafting was awesome! Thanks!Dan and Marsha, Edmonton, AB
Another check on the bucket list, rafting, swimming and jumping from the rocks into the river. Great trip with great guides, Chris & Harry. Thanks a lotAdrian & Natashea - Austria
We were a bit scared at first, but once we saw how professional and the fun the guides were we were quickly put at ease and had the best time of our road trip through Canada!Janrine, Catherina, Sander, and Raymond from Belguim
What an awesome family experience! Thank you to the guides, our boys and family have memories for a life time…we will be back! - August 21, 2014Veronica, Jeremy, Ethan, & Austin
Amazing trip, above all expectations. We would recommend this to everybody! Greetings from 3 Belgium girls.Alice, Lou, Flo
Great day, great friends, great staff! Awesome all around! Charlie Burt, Salmon Arm, BC
