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The 6 Best Banff Kayaking Tours

6 trips  ·  from $67 a head

The 6 best banff kayaking tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long you are on the water and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason.

Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour - Wildlife watching on the Bow River
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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 $70Our pick

Paddle the Bow River in Banff’s Big Canoe Tour, with mountain views, wildlife spotting, local stories, and an easy guided outing.

“Our guide, Ethan, was OUTSTANDING!! He made the experience fun & so memorable!! We could not ask for a better guide. I only gave 4 stars because it was more strenuous than I thought it would be. But still fun & LOVED Ethan!”

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Banff National Park: Big Canoe River Explorer Tour - Paddling upstream on the Bow River
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Banff National Park: Big Canoe River Explorer Tour

2.Big Canoe River Explorer Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 286 reviews · 1h 30m · from $67Cheapest

Review of Banff’s 90-minute Big Canoe River Explorer Tour, with Bow River views, wildlife spotting, guide tips, price, and practical advice.

“Amazing experience and lovely, friendly, very helpful group of young people. 100% recommend”

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River Explorer | Big Canoe Tour in Banff National Park - The first paddle along the Bow River
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River Explorer | Big Canoe Tour in Banff National Park

3.River Explorer | Big Canoe Tour in Banff National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 153 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $70

Review of Banff’s River Explorer Big Canoe Tour, with practical details on scenery, guides, price, timing, and who should book.

“My wife had always wanted to paddle a canoe on a river in Canada. This tour scratched her itch. The equipment was in good condition. The guides were first class. No one told the bears though, so we didn't spot any on the shores.”

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Banff: Wildlife on the Bow River Big Canoe Tour - Getting settled in the 12-seat canoe
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Banff: Wildlife on the Bow River Big Canoe Tour

4.Wildlife on the Bow River Big Canoe Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 130 reviews · 1h 30m · from $67

Paddle the Bow River in Banff on a family-friendly canoe tour with mountain views, wildlife spotting, expert guides, and a relaxed evening pace.

“Zoe was a very knowledgeable guide - giving info about the area, wildlife. We saw ospreys and beavers actually transporting branches . Beautiful river surrounded by majestic mountains.”

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Wildlife on the Bow | Big Canoe Tour in Banff National Park - Why the Bow River is a good wildlife platform
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Wildlife on the Bow | Big Canoe Tour in Banff National Park

5.Wildlife on the Bow | Big Canoe Tour in Banff National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $70

Paddle Banff’s Bow River in a large canoe, spot wildlife, hear local stories, and enjoy a relaxed 90-minute trip for all skill levels.

“This was a wonderful tour! The views were incredible and our guide, Nieve (spelling?), was fantastic! She gave us lots of local history facts and made every effort to make the trip as individual as possible. I would definitely book this trip again a the views from the water were just incredible!”

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Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise-Hike/Canoe/Sightsee - Morning pickup and the ride from Banff or Canmore
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Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise-Hike/Canoe/Sightsee

6.Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise-Hike/Canoe/Sightsee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 9h 30m · from $152

Spend a full day at Moraine Lake and Lake Louise with small-group transport, flexible hiking time, wildlife viewing, and no shuttle lines.

“Corey was incredibly helpful, explaining a lot about the park and even helping me find restaurants where my girlfriend can eat, having several food allergies. The lakes are stunning. Canoeing on Moraine Lake was the most beautiful experience of our lives.”

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