CALGARY TRAVEL GUIDE
The mountain days worth the early start.
The 14 most popular canoes & kayaks near Calgary. The mountain days worth the early start, with prices, run times and who runs each one.
Paddle Banff’s Bow River in a Big Canoe with a guide, wildlife spotting, and an easy upstream push for views near downtown Banff.
Most Popular“Jessie, our guide from Australia, made our Big Canoe Tour fun and informative. The rowing was easy and we laughed a lot as we glided along the beautiful Bow River. Saw ospreys and a bald eagle too.”
A 90-minute easy Bow River canoe tour through Banff National Park, with expert guides, wildlife spotting, and views of the Rockies.
Float the Bow River in Banff on a guided big canoe. No experience needed, gear included, and you’ll learn river and wildlife stories.
“No experience necessary. Beautiful scenery, guide Abbey was great . She answered all our questions and told us so much about the area .”
Paddle Banff’s Bow River in a big canoe on a 90-minute wildlife hunt. Family guides, gear and lemonade included.
Small-group Banff day trip to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise with flexible time, canoe options, wildlife drive, and easy pickup from Canmore/Banff.
“Great experience and spectacular sights to see. Ride was long but great narration from our driver. Be sure to pack snacks and water.”
Paddle Banff’s Bow River in a guided big canoe for wildlife spotting, calm scenery, and easy teamwork in 1.5 hours, starting at Banff Canoe Club.
“Very calming experience after a long day of hiking. We saw some beavers, loon and Heron. Cam was our guide, super friendly and shared lots of interesting facts!”
Paddle Banff’s Bow River in a big canoe with a guide, learn wildlife and history, and finish with refreshments at Banff Canoe Club.
“Had a amazing experience on the canoeing tour Andy was very passionate about his job and made it very interesting and enjoyable”
Banff day trip with permit access to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise, plus flexible hiking and canoe time from Canmore and Banff.
Half-day Banff tour to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake: turquoise lakes, Ten Peaks views, Castle Mountain photos, and Vermilion Lakes stops.
“Bali was a great guide for this tour. He was knowledgeable and a great company to be with. He left no stones unturned to entertain us. I recommend him to any future travellers.”
Small-group Yoho day tour from Banff: Natural Bridge, a long Emerald Lake stay with optional canoe, and Takakkaw Falls. Air-conditioned ride.
“Travis was our guide—funny and knowledgeable. I learned so much from him about the history and fun facts of the places we visited throughout the day. I would definitely recommend him to my friends!”
Guided **double kayak** on Banff’s Bow River and Vermilion Lakes. Small group, included gear, and a calm morning paddle with photos.
“Great experience. Safe, punctual, beautiful. 8am in July is great since it’s not too hot yet. Abby did a great job. Knowledgeable and made us feel safe even crossing a beaver dam. She let us know that she took many pics of us and sent it to us at the end for free. Bring bug…”
Guided Big Canoe tour on Banff’s Bow River for wildlife, local stories, and photo-ready scenery, departing from Banff Canoe Club.
“We didn’t see a lot of wild life, couple of beavers. But our guide, Bree was so knowledgeable about the area, and the views from actually being on the Bow river were spectacular! Well worth the trip.”
Small-group day trip from Calgary to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise with extended 2-hour stops, canoe time, Wi‑Fi, and photo stops.
A small-group 2-hour guided kayak on the Bow River or a nearby creek in Banff. Early start, possible portage, gear included.
Every corner of the mountains, and every way to reach it from the city.
