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Canadian Outback Rafting

Canadian Outback Rafting

1 (866) 565-8735 [email protected]
  • One Day Trips
    • Elaho Exhilarator
      Class 3-4 rapids
    • Cheakamus Splash
      Class 1-2 rapids
    • Squamish Twilight Float
      Class 1 rapids
    • GROUP TRIPS
    • Corporate Rafting Trips
    • Stags & Birthday Party Rafting Trips
    • Youth Group Rafting Trips
    • Grad Class Rafting Trips
    • Outback Kids School Program
  • Multi-Day Trips
    • 2-Day Elaho Expedition
      Class 3-4 rapids
    • 6-Day Babine Expedition
      Class 3-4 rapids
    • 13-Day Tatshenshini Expedition
      Class 1 rapids
    • Custom Multiday Expeditions
  • Locations
    • Whistler Departures
    • Vancouver Departures
    • Squamish Departures
  • Contact / About Us
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    • About Us
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Squamish Rafting Blog

Guide Talk: Shane’s Rafting Philosophy

May 11, 2017
Meet raft guide and environmentalist Shane Degroote, also (ironically, or comically) known as Shane-saw. After first falling in love with Western Canada back in 2008 and completing Capilano University’s Wilderness Leadership Program in 2010, Shane spent some time travelling and… Read more

Here are a few reasons why your staff trip with us will be the best one yet!

Aug 26, 2016
REWARD & REVITALIZE YOUR TEAM WITHTHE ULTIMATE STAFF TRIP! Looking for a way to reward your team after an amazing and successful summer?Trying to revitalize the troops heading into a long and intense winter?Nothing beats a unique trip with us… Read more

5 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD GO RAFTING IN THE RAIN THIS SUMMER

Jul 11, 2016
1. Be a kid again! It’s really the perfect opportunity to let loose and relive those childhood memories of playing in the rain and splashing in water puddles. Except this time, you’ll be playing on a raft and splashing in… Read more

How To Become A White Water Rafting Guide

Apr 18, 2016
What do I need to do to become a raft guide? This is a frequent question when you work in the rafting industry! The answer to that question will differ depending on who you ask and where in the world… Read more
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We’re almost a month in to the new year and here’s We’re almost a month in to the new year and here’s our resolution: more river days in 2026😌🌊

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