Rafting & Adventures

Two-Day Getaways

Our very first advertised whitewater rafting trip on the Thompson River was eight miles long and cost a whopping $8.00. That was in 1973.

The next summer Bernie Fandrich, Kumsheen’s founder, bought another two rafts and offered a one-day rafting trip from Spences Bridge to Lytton through the scariest rapids on the river. That trip is still our bread ‘n butter trip today – and Bernie & his family continue to own and operate Kumsheen.

The first two-day whitewater rafting trip from Ashcroft to Lytton also began in 1974 and included one night camping at Murray Creek Falls at Spences Bridge. This trip became so popular hundreds of enthusiasts arrived every weekend from as far away as Edmonton, Calgary, Vancouver and Seattle. 

Fast forward to today.

Instead of roughing it by camping out, on our overnighters we now shuttle you back to our resort after the first day on the river. You can sleep in luxury in a teepee or canvas cabin, and dine on exquisite cuisine in our own restaurant. There’s lots to do at the resort so you’re never bored.

Check out our overnight packages until you find one that works for you.

 Don't forget to look closely at our Special Interest rafting trips from Ashcroft to Lytton as they add another dimension to the whitewater rafting experience.

Power & Paddle Experience

Two Days Rafting
Thompson River, Spences Bridge to Lytton

The big water of the Thompson River lets us enjoy the best of both the power and paddle rafting experiences.

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Raft & Relax

One Day Rafting, One Day Resort Stay

Try river rafting for a day then kick back in the hot tub, relax around the campfire, play disc golf, and enjoy yourself at the Kumsheen resort.

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Big Water Excursion

Two Days Rafting
Thompson & Fraser Rivers, Spences Bridge to Yale

Run the famous Devil’s Gorge of the Thompson then drift the mighty Fraser including the heart-thumping Hell’s Gate rapid.

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Kayak & Raft

One Day Kayaking, One Day Rafting
Thompson River, Spences Bridge to Lytton

This two-day vacation is perfect for the whitewater enthusiast who's looking to get soaking wet and learn basic whitewater paddling techniques on a sit-on-top kayak.

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Climb & Raft

One Day Rock Climbing/ Rappelling, One Day Rafting
Thompson River, Spences Bridge to Lytton

Experience the exhilaration rappelling cliffside down to the river you'll be rafting the very next day. 

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Bike & Raft

One Day Mountain Bike Tour, One Day Rafting
Thompson River, Spences Bridge to Lytton

Explore the stunning Lytton-area landscape by mountain bike and river raft.

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Desert Getaway

2 Days Rafting
Ashcroft to Lytton

Much more than just whitewater, this 80 km river escape floats you through stunning desert-like badlands - sage brush, Ponderosa pines, prickly pear cactus - and over 40 sets of the river’s best whitewater rapids.

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