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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

“Incredible experience, worth every penny! the guides were really helpful and insightful throughout. Would certainly recommend anyone visiting Banff”

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4.Banff: Family Friendly Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride

Experience Banff’s winter wonderland on a cozy horse-drawn sleigh ride. Scenic vistas, knowledgeable guides, and warm fires make it perfect for families and romantic escapes.

★ 4.2

“We loved the horses they are amazing, we seen a coyote and a eagle fly by too! Our guide was super knowledgeable and was happy, I would recommend to anybody to experience it.”

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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

“Amazing experience. Never ridden western before and absolutely loved it. Highly recommend giving this a try. The views are beautiful”

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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

“Great experience and superb rafting on the Kickhorse River. Our Guide Louise was well experienced and made this an unforgettable experience. The whole tour was very well organised and we very much enjoyed every single minute. And of course, great rafting!”

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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

“We really enjoyed our wagon ride and cowboy cookout. It was a great way to spend our first evening in Banff. Our guides were fantastic. The food was great and we enjoyed having a go at 'the roping'. Really enjoyed our wagon ride along 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

“This was an amazing experience. They guides do a great job of getting you prepared and making it fun. The pictures they provide are priceless! I highly recommend.”

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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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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

“Ride was primarily among trees, with not much else to look at. Guide was quite personable. Trail was pretty rutted from exceptionally high summer rains.”

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