Quick Details
4-person
CA$ 108
6-person
CA$ 168
8-person
CA$ 228
10-person
CA$ 288
12-person
CA$ 348
Choose a comfortable raft for a self-guided Bow River rafting float in Calgary with family, friends and your dog. Lazy Day rafts are available for 4 to 12 people, with the rental equipment and inflation included.
Looking for a smaller vessel? Packrafts, kayaks, and BowYaks are separate rental services with different shapes, seating and capacities.
Honest advice on raft size:
Not all rafts are created equal
Just like seats on airlines, not all raft sizes are the same. Lazy Day’s Rafts are among the largest in the industry for each size class.
Choose your raft based on the number of adults, children, dogs and personal items in your group. A little extra room can make the float more comfortable.
Whitewater Rafts
Lazy Day’s 4- to 12-person rafts are built tough, using the same rugged construction as whitewater rafts. But the trip itself is a relaxed, scenic float down the Bow River in Calgary — there are no rapids and no guide (unless you choose to book one separately – additional fees apply), so you paddle at your own pace.
Please note: some of our larger rafts have small drain holes built into the floor, known as “self-bailing.” This is a normal safety feature, not a leak: a little river water may come in and drain back out around the edges of the floor as you float.
4-person (fits 2-4 adults)
A comfortable choice for smaller groups. We suggest 2 to 4 adults, or a family group with children or dogs, depending on the space your group needs.
6-person (fits 4-6 adults)
A roomier option for 4 to 6 adults, with space for a relaxed Bow River float and the personal items your group plans to bring.
8-person (fits 6-8 adults)
A good choice for guests who want more personal space or are bringing extra gear, as well as that one friend who overpacks for everything and brings 3 bags for a day on the water. (Note: some of our 8-person rafts are self-bailing, which means they are designed for whitewater rafting and will take in small amounts of water which will trickle around the edges of the floor.)
10-person (fits 8-10 adults)
These big rafts are the second-largest in the Lazy Day flotilla – these rafts are built for guests who require even more space and separation from others. (Note: some of the 10-person rafts are self-bailing, which means they are designed for whitewater rafting and will take in small amounts of water which will trickle around the edges of the floor.)
12-person (fits 10-12 adults)
What can we say about these beauties? These giants are the largest raft in the Lazy Day fleet, made for families, friends and larger groups wanting to have a big day on the water. Grab some friends — or even a couple of strangers — and make a big splash on the Bow! (Note: ALL of our 12-person rafts are self-bailing, which means they are designed for whitewater rafting and will take in small amounts of water, which will trickle around the edges of the floor.)
Bringing Your Dog?
Dogs are welcome on rafts! If you have medium or large-sized dogs, you should move to the next size raft to ensure everyone’s comfort (for example, 4 people and a medium dog would be best in a 6-person raft). Dog PFDs may be available, subject to fit and availability. Guests are encouraged to bring a properly fitted dog PFD whenever possible. Contact Lazy Day before booking if you are unsure which raft size is appropriate.
Optional Pre-Float Shuttle
The Pre-Float Shuttle is not included in the Raft rental price. It is an optional paid add-on charged per person and can be added to the booking.
Guests using the shuttle park at the Lazy Day Shop, 720 3rd Street NW, and ride to West Baker Park before getting on the river. When the float ends near Prince’s Island Park, the vehicle is only a short walk away.
Small dogs that can remain on their owner’s lap do not require an additional shuttle seat. Add a shuttle seat for each medium or large dog.