CANADA
The Canadian classics.
The 15 most popular horses tours, with what each one actually includes, who runs it, and what you will pay.
Guided whitewater rafting on the Kicking Horse River near Golden, B.C. Class I to IV+ options, gear and lunch included on select trips.
“We had the best day! Carlos was our guide, and he made a great experience even better! Highly recommend!”
Ride a horse-drawn carriage through Stanley Park for about 1 hour, with guide narration, totem poles, and Sea Wall views.
“Our guide was fabulous! Stef (sp?) our guide was wonderful and we really enjoyed the clip clop of the horses, and slow ride around Stanley park. We’d planned to ride bikes along the seawall, but I ended up with a knee issue, so this was a great alternative way to see the Park. Highly recommend!”
A 1-hour Banff horseback ride along the Bow River past Cave and Basin. Beginner-friendly with helmets, instruction, and great views for $78.
“Amazing! First time horseback riding, very beginner friendly. Unreal nature and if you’re lucky you might see some wildlife!”
A 1-hour Banff horseback ride with guaranteed horse-for-every-rider views of Bow Falls and Spray River water crossings near Banff Springs.
“Best tour! Our tour guides were the best - super friendly and were so helpful with us newbies on horses.”
Raft 20 km of Kicking Horse River with class 1 warm-up and class 4 thrills from Hydra River Guides near Golden, BC.
“It was a fun ride. Easy start then some excitement in the second half. Jaro is knowledgeable and entertaining.”
Enjoy a 40-minute Banff horse-drawn sleigh ride with hot drinks and campfire warmth, with mountain views of Rundle and Cascade.
“The sleigh ride was amazing very awesome views, and the workers are very kind and considerate, even in the freezing weather, and I love the hot chocolate”
Two hours of Kananaskis horseback riding from Boundary Ranch: ridge views, forest descents, wildlife chances, and a Teepee Village stop.
“It was a great experience. I loved my horse Moe, he was really cute and sweet! Also a big thanks to Diego, he is a really great guide. :-)”
A 1-hour beginner horseback ride at Boundary Ranch in Kananaskis, with gentle horses, Buffalo Paddock views, and wildlife spots.
“Horseback riding through the path was great! All of my family enjoyed a lot! All the houses were really calm and patient with beginners. We really appreciate this great experiences and look forward to riding again.”
Ride the Sundance Loop along the Bow River, pass Cave and Basin, and head toward Sulphur Mountain with Banff Trail Riders in 2 hours.
“Fantastic 2 hour ride in the Banff area with two wonderful and knowledgeable guides, Abby and Amy. So glad we went with Banff Trail Riders!”
Raft the famed Kicking Horse River in small groups. Class 2 to 4/4+, full gear included, Rocky scenery, heated changes, hot drinks.
“They were fantastic all in all an absolutely memorable experience. So much fun and the guide was great”
Golden BC half-day whitewater rafting on the Kicking Horse River: 12 km of Class 3-4 rapids, including Portage Shotgun, with gear and transport.
“we arrived from revelstoke and missed that there is a 1 hr time difference to golden where the tour starts. even though we arrived 30min late for the tour they were superkind and managed to accommodate us for the trip! thank you again so for that! transport to the starting point was in old school…”
A beginner-friendly 2-hour Sundance Loop horseback ride in Banff: Sulphur Mountain views, Bow River calm, and photo stops at Windy Knoll.
“Great well treated horses, excellent guides, nice helpful staff, lessons for newbies, and beautiful scenery too”
Horse-drawn carriage through Beacon Hill Park and James Bay with Salish Sea views, blankets, and historic stories. Private ride for up to 4.
“The carriage ride and the young lady that directed the horse ( Jerry) was great! We did run into a booking time delay. My tickes where for 1pm and booth had 1:15, not a huge problem but we had another commitment and we had already arrived 15 mins early.”
4-hour guided whitewater rafting on Canada’s Kicking Horse River with included wetsuit gear, pros on board, and class 3/4 rapids.
“The rafting guide, Ben, was very professional and witty to help my family enjoy the rafting. The rafting itself suited well the level of my family including one minor.”
A 30-minute private horse-drawn carriage ride through Victoria’s James Bay, guided history, warm blankets, and lantern-lit stops near Emily Carr.
“Can be a tad difficult for seniors to get up into the carriage. Our driver & horse “Clay” were incredible. Our driver was very informative & friendly and Clay was smart! We enjoyed ourselves. 30 minutes was just too short……45 mins would be perfect.”
