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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.

2.Banff National Park: 1-Hour Spray River Horseback Ride

Experience a scenic 1-hour horseback ride in Banff, crossing the Spray River, with expert guides, stunning views, and gentle horses—perfect for all skill levels.

★ 4.7

“My husband and I had a great time on this ride! We loved going through the waterways and the funny stories our guide was telling us. Great value for the money, we would love to do a longer trail ride!”

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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

“Wonderful way to see the beauty God has created! We rode at a leisurely pace which afforded us a view of the mountains and the river. Our guides, Brooke and Ryan, were informative about the area as well as entertaining us about the horse’s personalities…”

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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 by far the biggest highlight of our trip to Banff! We had two guides, one leading the front and one in the back of the line. They were knowledgeable, funny, and made us feel safe the entire time. This is a must-do for…”

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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

“Everything about this experience was brilliant! The staff were amazingly friendly and went through all the safety briefings clearly so we knew what to do and what to expect. We hadn't rafted before and I was a little nervous but Jacob our instructor was brilliant…”

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7.Banff National Park: 2-Hour Sundance Loop Horseback Ride

Experience Banff's stunning scenery on a 2-hour horseback ride along the Bow River with expert guides, reaching scenic viewpoints and learning cowboy tricks.

★ 4.3

“Sometimes, you can have too much time to think about a trip to the point the idea of it is better than the actually experience. This is not the case with the operators of Banff Trail riders. the staff were exceptional, easily one of the…”

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9.Banff: Morning Whitewater Rafting Tour in Horseshoe Canyon

Experience thrilling whitewater rafting in Horseshoe Canyon near Banff, with scenic views, expert guides, and optional cliff jumps for adventurous travelers.

★ 4.8

“We had a wonderful trip. Our guide was Richard and he was amazing, so knowledgable and kind. I am a large woman and he made sure I was in a good position. VERY Highly recommended.”

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10.Banff: 3-Hour Bow Valley Loop Horseback Ride

Experience Banff’s stunning scenery on a 3-hour horseback ride through Bow Valley’s meadows, forests, and mountain viewpoints, guided by friendly experts.

★ 4.6

“The guide did not have control over the horses especially Pacman and her horse clearly did not get along with him. It was very scary when Pacman kept backing up and was out of control. Only 2 people got pictures by the river because it…”

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11.Kicking Horse River: Half-Day Intro to Whitewater Rafting

Discover the thrill of whitewater on the Kicking Horse River with this half-day rafting adventure—perfect for beginners and nature lovers alike.

★ 4.9

“This was for sure the most amazing adventure yet. The facility was very informative and helpful in calming the nerves as well as ensuring us all we would have the time of our life. That we did. Our guide, Andrew - what can I say,…”

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12.Banff: Horseshoe Canyon Whitewater Rafting Tour

Experience thrilling whitewater rafting through Horseshoe Canyon with expert guides, big waves, optional cliff jumps, and stunning river scenery in Banff.

★ 4.8

“Lots of fun and beautiful scenery. Our guide, Sam, told us great stories about the area and kept us all feeling safe and exhilerated. I went with my husband and mid-twenties year old children. We all had a wonderful time. We were in a raft…”

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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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15.Banff: 4-Hour Sulphur Mountain Intermediate Horseback Ride

Experience Banff on horseback with a 4-hour guided ride featuring stunning Rocky Mountain views, river crossings, and wildlife spotting—perfect for seasoned riders.

★ 4.5

“This was such an awesome trail ride. The ladies are lovely and really look after you. The horses are so good and really sure footed you can relax and enjoy the view. Loved the river crossings.”

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