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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

“I liked the route and seeing parts of town and the golf course- when crossing the road there was a driver who didn’t stop when they should have- might want to consider how to deal with that”

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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

“Beautiful wagon ride asking the bow river. The guides are knowledgeable and engaging. The site of the steak dinner was perfect. Roaring fire on a beautiful crisp evening. Food was excellent! Bonus, a herd of elk in the field as we returned, the only wildlife…”

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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

“Great experience, amazing scenery, friendly staff. Free hot chocolate inside. Just make sure to bring your own blankets when it’s cold outside!”

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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 experience for inexperienced riders. The horses were very behaved and easily handled. The guides were very attentive and made sure everyone was safe and enjoying themselves. The trail was beautiful as well!”

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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

“omg!! where do we begin??? we had the best time!! our guide Anna and driver Magic Mike were both hilarious and professional!! we were made to feel welcome, relax and enjoy ourselves. Anna was very informative and Teagan cooked our steaks perfectly and was as…”

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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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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

“The trail guides & support staff did a tremendous job throughout the entire trip. We were blessed to have great weather both days. The lodge was comfortable and the food on both the trail and at the lodge was very good.”

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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

“A fantastic way to see the countryside surrounding Banff & at a great pace too, no rushing.If you are an experienced horse rider or new to it, this tour should be a wonderful experience for you.”

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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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