Kayaking & Canoeing
Experience the gentle waters and epic views of Whistler from the River of Golden Dreams. Canoeing or Kayaking with a guide down the river is one of the best ways to enjoy this classic Whistler adventure. The excursion starts at Lakeside Park, crosses Alta Lake to the river and ends at Green Lake. It takes approximately 3 hours with a guide and is fun for the entire family. From your canoe or kayak, you’ll enjoy spectacular views of the valley and mountains, with a different view around each bend.
River of Golden Dreams - Guided
With a maximum of 5 boats per guide, your guide is always within reach on the twists and turns of this river. All our guides are certified instructors and will teach you paddling techniques and skills to improve your tour experience while on the river and in the future wherever else you paddle. The tour starts in Alta Lake for a 20 minute warmup paddle to the river mouth. You then follow the meandering flow of the current as you guide your boat down this spectacular river.
- Price: $165/Adult
- Departure: 9:30am dailyÂ
- Duration: 3 hours round trip
- Ability Level: Easy to Moderate
- Minimum Age: 4 Years
- Minimum 2 guests required for tour to run
- Includes: Guide, lifejacket, paddle & shuttle
- Canoes & Kayaks available (max 2 adults per canoe)
- Meeting Location: 3375 Lakeside Road
River of Golden Dreams - Self-guided
The River of Golden Dreams is an ever-changing waterway that provides a different experience each time you paddle. This is what keeps people coming back year after year.
- Price: $115/Adult
- Departures: 9:30am, 10:30am & 1:30pm
- Duration: 3 hours round trip
- Ability Level: Easy to Moderate
- Minimum Age: 4 Years
- Includes: boat, paddle, lifejacket & shuttle
- Canoes & Kayaks available (max 2 adults per canoe)
- Meeting Location: 3375 Lakeside Road
River of Golden Dreams - Guided
Taking a canoe down the River of Golden Dreams is a summertime classic. Our guides will teach you basic paddling skills and techniques as you begin your adventure paddling across the historic Alta Lake.
- Price: $149/Adult & $89/Child (6-12)
- Departure: 10:15am & 1:45pm daily
- Ability Level: Easy to Moderate
- Duration: 3 hours round trip
- All guests must be able to swim
- Includes: Guide, lifejacket, paddle & shuttle
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