Canada · KAYAKING TRIPS IN BANFF

11 Kayaking Trips in Banff That Survive the Shortlist

11 tours  ·  from $57 a head

Canadian seasons decide more than budget does. These 11 kayaking trips in Banff come with their running months, their prices and the practical detail that changes the answer.

Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour - Bow River scenery without a strenuous expedition
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Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour

1.Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69Our pick

Review the Banff Big Canoe Tour, with Bow River views, wildlife, guide-led paddling, family tips, price advice, and practical details.

“Great experience and peaceful with a great and knowledgeable tour guide Fergus. It was such a nice experience seeing the river from this perspective especially with a knowledgeable and experienced tour guide.”

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Banff National Park: Big Canoe River Explorer Tour - Starting at the Banff Canoe Club
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Banff National Park: Big Canoe River Explorer Tour

River Explorer | Big Canoe Tour in Banff National Park - What the guides add to the outing
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River Explorer | Big Canoe Tour in Banff National Park

Banff: Wildlife on the Bow River Big Canoe Tour - Learning the paddle before leaving shore
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Banff: Wildlife on the Bow River Big Canoe Tour

Wildlife on the Bow | Big Canoe Tour in Banff National Park - Meeting at the Banff Canoe Club
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Wildlife on the Bow | Big Canoe Tour in Banff National Park

Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour - Bow River scenery without a strenuous expedition
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Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour

6.Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Review the Banff Big Canoe Tour on the Bow River, with family-friendly paddling, wildlife stories, mountain views, pricing, tips, and booking advice.

“We had a great time with Ethan on our trip down the river this week! Ethan provided a wealth of knowledge during the trip, and made the tough job of rowing much more fun. Just recommend that you get a good group of rowers so everyone pitches in! Haha. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a nice ride up (or was it down?) the river.”

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Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise-Hike/Canoe/Sightsee - Starting the day in Canmore, Harvie Heights, or Banff
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Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise-Hike/Canoe/Sightsee

Banff:Lake Louise & Moraine Lake 1/2 Day Tour Canoe/Sightsee - Cascade Mountain sets the tone
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Banff:Lake Louise & Moraine Lake 1/2 Day Tour Canoe/Sightsee

Small Grp: Emerald Lake (Optional Canoe) & Takakkaw Falls - Pickup from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff
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Small Grp: Emerald Lake (Optional Canoe) & Takakkaw Falls

9.Small Grp: Emerald Lake (Optional Canoe) & Takakkaw Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 19 reviews · 10 hours · from $87

Explore Natural Bridge, Emerald Lake, and Takakkaw Falls on a small-group Yoho tour with canoe time, Wi-Fi, and hotel pickup.

“Really recommend this trip, the extended time at Emerald Lake was appreciated and gave us plenty of time to canoe, walk around and have lunch. Our guide and driver, Travis, was brilliant. He was informative and funny and went out of his way to make everyone had a great day. Thank you!”

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Banff National Park- Double Kayak Experience - Vermilion Lakes and the quiet side of Banff
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Banff National Park- Double Kayak Experience

10.Banff National Park- Double Kayak Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $127

Paddle Banff’s Bow River and Vermilion Lakes by double kayak, with mountain views, wildlife, a guide, and a relaxed two-hour outing.

“We had the best time with Darby and a family from Chicago! Far exceeded our expectations! Thank you for a great experience!”

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Wildlife on the Bow | Big Canoe Tour - Paddling the Bow River in a Big Canoe
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Wildlife on the Bow | Big Canoe Tour

11.Wildlife on the Bow | Big Canoe Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Paddle the Bow River in Banff on a family-friendly big canoe tour with mountain views, local stories, and a chance to spot beavers.

“The guides were excellent. Friendly and very helpful. Ethan was our guide and he was very knowledgeable. We saw a beaver by its den. The evening tour was the perfect time to go. I highly recommend this tour.”

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