Your Guide to Tubing the Cowichan River

1. Book online and sign your waiver.

2. Park and walk over to the Shack (follow the directions on our parking page).

3. Check in at the Tube Shack counter.

4. Grab your gear (tube, straps, dry bags, lifejacket).

5. Apply free river-safe sunscreen.

6. Head to the dock + get settled.

7. Float time!

8. Arrive at Little Beach.

9. Shuttle ride back.

Bring: bathing suit, water, sunscreen, hat, water shoes, snacks, sunglasses

Don’t bring: clothing, electronics, valuables, alcohol, glass containers, keys loose in pockets

We provide: paddles, straps, lifejackets, refill station, shuttle ride

We sell/rent: cooler carriers, dry bags, reusable water bottles, sunglasses, chilly sticks

• There are mini rapids where the water is shallow and moves faster over rocks.

• Some shallow areas require lifting your butt.

• There is a calm “big pool” at the start where you may need to paddle until you get to the current.

• There’s no need to steer constantly once you’re in the current, go with the flow!

• You will get wet, even in a swift tube. Make sure you wear a bathing suit or light clothing and have a towel and change of clothes in the car.

• Only float if you can swim

• Lifejackets are available free for anyone who wants one

• Drink water often

• No alcohol on the river

• Keep an eye on kids and anyone who tires easily

• Follow staff instructions

Find more safety information here.