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15 Best Banff Horseback & Sleigh Rides

The saddle and sleigh bookings: trail rides along the Bow River in summer, bell-jingling sleighs through the snow in winter and cookout wagons in between. The horses have the best commute in Canada.

1.Banff National Park: 1-Hour Bow River Horseback Ride

Experience Banff’s stunning mountain scenery on a 1-hour guided horseback ride along the Bow River, suitable for beginners and nature lovers alike.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“Very enjoyable. It rained lightly the first 15 minutes but then the rain stopped. Although the trail was a bit sludgy the ride was still worth it. The horses were gentle and our guide gave interesting history along the way.”

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3.Covered Wagon Ride in Banff with Western Cookout

Experience a scenic wagon ride along Banff’s Bow River with a Western cookout, combining stunning views, engaging Games, and delicious food for all ages.

★ 4.5

“We absolutely loved this trip, Ryan and Bella who accompanied us were so friendly and knowledgeable and the horses were great characters too! A really lovely meander along the river with a great steak at the end. Highly recommend”

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5.2 Hour Banff Horseback Riding Adventure

Discover Banff’s stunning wilderness on a 2-hour horseback riding adventure. Perfect for beginners, with scenic views, friendly guides, and gentle horses.

★ 4.0

“This was a great activity for everyone in our group - kids and adults. The guides were great and knowledgeable, the horses were well trained, and the scenery was spectacular! I would definitely recommend for anyone looking to get out into nature a bit more…”

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6.Kicking Horse River: Whitewater Rafting Half-Day Trip

Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on British Columbia’s Kicking Horse River with expert guides, stunning scenery, and safe, top-tier gear in a half-day adventure.

★ 4.9

“We absolutely loved our expérience! All of the guides were so fun and it made the experience magical.Shout out to the Scottish Guy, thank you for such an amazing morning:)”

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8.Banff: Wagon Ride with Cowboy Cookout BBQ

Experience a scenic wagon ride along the Bow River in Banff, paired with a authentic cowboy cookout, western games, and stunning mountain views.

★ 4.8

“It was our initial encounter with horse-drawn wagon riding - capped off with a delightful bbq feast! A truly fantastic outing, all made possible by our driver Beck and host Mike!”

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13.2-Day Sundance Overnight Backcountry Lodge Trip by Horseback

Experience a two-day horseback adventure in Banff, riding through stunning backcountry and staying overnight at Sundance Lodge for authentic mountain wilderness.

★ 4.5

“Food was great, staff was knowledgeable and professional. Lodge was very clean and dinner was excellent. Great scenery and well kept horses. Great experience overall! Thanks!”

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14.4 Hour Sulphur Mountain Horseback Ride

Experience Banff's stunning scenery on a 4-hour horseback ride along Sulphur Mountain. Enjoy expert guides, breathtaking views, and authentic mountain trail adventure.

★ 5.0

“Had a wonderful time on our ride. We’ve taken several rides at different travel destinations, and this one exceeded them all! Amber was great. The views are breathtaking.”

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