Whitewater Rafting on Toby Creek: Class I–III Rapids

Paddle through Class I–III rapids and spot wildlife along the way

Whitewater rafting on Toby Creek in British Columbia starts at Panorama Mountain Resort, where you get geared up in wetsuits and life jackets, then shuttle to the put-in for 8 km of Class I–III rapids with a professional guide. The trip suits first-time rafters and families with children from age 8, and all gear plus a safety briefing are included. You bring a bathing suit and towel, and the whole experience runs about two hours.

Step-by-step itinerary

Whitewater rafting adventure on Toby Creek

• Meet guide at Panorama Mountain Resort
• Get geared up with wetsuit and safety gear
• Take bus ride to river put-in point
• Attend safety briefing
• Raft through Class I–III rapids
• Enjoy scenery and watch for wildlife
• Return to Panorama Mountain Resort
• View trip photos and celebrate with guide

The experience

Gear up at Panorama Mountain Resort before you head out. The operator supplies wetsuits, river booties, splash jackets, life jackets, and helmets. Everything you need to stay warm and safe. After a quick safety briefing (the fun kind, not the stern kind), a bus ride takes you up Toby Creek Road to the put-in point where the water starts.

Then you're on the water. Eight kilometers of Class I–III rapids means splashes, paddling, and the kind of laughs that come from working together through the twists and turns. The scenery is Rocky Mountain all the way: steep banks, forest, and if you're lucky, bears or deer on the shore. The rapids are beginner-friendly, so first-time rafters move through them without drama, and the guide keeps the pace steady enough that families with kids from age 8 stay comfortable.

The trip ends back where it started, at Panorama Mountain Resort. You'll have photos from the photographer who rode along, and the chance to relive the run with your guide and crew before you head out. The whole thing takes about two hours from start to finish.

What’s included

• Professional guide in English.
• wetsuits, river booties, splash jackets, life jackets and helmets.
• photographer on the water.
• bus shuttle to the put-in point.
• safety briefing.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 29 May 2027

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (15 to 85 years) · Child (8 to 14 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 24

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 18 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Kootenay River Runners

Is this one for you?Book this if you're a beginner or family wanting hands-on paddling instruction in a two-hour window that fits a short day trip.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 14 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What class of rapids will I be paddling on Toby Creek?

Toby Creek has Class I–III rapids, which are beginner-friendly and suitable for first-time rafters as well as more experienced paddlers. The guide leads you through 8 km of water with steady excitement and manageable difficulty.

What gear do I need to bring, and what does the operator supply?

The operator provides wetsuits, river booties, splash jackets, life jackets, and helmets. You bring a bathing suit and towel. On cold days, a fleece sweater is also recommended. Do not bring jewelry, valuables, or cameras unless they are waterproof.

How long is the rafting trip on Toby Creek?

The whole experience runs about two hours, including the safety briefing and the bus ride to the put-in point. The actual paddling covers 8 km of river.

Where do I meet the guide, and how do I get to the river?

You meet your guide at Panorama Mountain Resort 20 minutes before the trip starts. From there, a bus shuttles you up Toby Creek Road to the put-in point on the river.

Will there be a photographer on the trip?

Yes, a photographer rides along and captures photos of your rafting adventure. The photos are available to purchase after the trip ends back at Panorama Mountain Resort.