All Kootenay Rockies Tours & Excursions in 2026

Brave the fun but relatively calm waters of the Kicking Horse River on this rafting expedition, catered specifically for families with younger children. Join your guide on the leisurely Class 1 and Class 2 rapids found along a stretch of this premier rafting river. Your excursion also includes all rafting equipment plus an optional hotel pickup and drop-off from Canmore, Banff, or Lake Louise. Note: this is a family-friendly excursion for children aged 8 - 11 years.

Soak up some of British Columbia’s most dramatic scenery — and an unbeatable vantage point — when you book tickets to Golden Skybridge. Admission includes access to two suspension bridges that soar 426 feet (130 metres) above a massive mountain canyon, as well as multiple viewing platforms, canyon ridge walking trails, the Eagle Net Park, and Village play park. You can also upgrade to take advantage of the on-site zipline, mountain coaster, treetop challenge course, and more.

Whitewater rafting is an excellent way to soak up the scenery of the Canadian Rockies. This tour is perfect for first-time and experienced rafters alike as it offers a mix of rapids, from class one to four, and starts out on calmer waters to allow everyone to get settled and build confidence before hitting the mighty rapids of Shot Gun, Man Eater and Roller Coaster.

Yoho National Park’s unofficial tagline is the quieter side of the Canadian Rockies. Free from the crowds at Banff and Lake Louise, this tour visits some of the park’s most beautiful sites. You’ll stop at Takakkaw Falls—more than five times taller than Niagara—and view the iconic Emerald Lake. The trip includes a few short hikes, and a lunch break in the scenic town of Field.

Feel the thrill of white-water rafting in the Canadian wilderness during this half-day. Climb aboard and paddle down the Kicking Horse River to tackle Class 3-4 rapids and take in the landscape before floating back to basecamp.

Head to Kicking Horse River for a thrilling whitewater rafting experience in the Canadian Rockies. Known for its waves and rapids, Kicking Horse offers mild to wild whitewater options. After being outfitted with top-of-the-line gear, you’ll receive a safety briefing before hitting the water where you’ll expertly maneuver past stunning scenery and through turbulent, challenging or gentle waves and rapids. Base amenities include heated indoor change rooms.

This audio tour service takes visitors on an incredible journey through craggy mountains, sparking lakes, and colossal glaciers. Spot exciting wildlife along one of the world’s most scenic drives. This self-guided audio tour allows visitors to go beyond the surface and discover behind-the-scenes stories, local tips, and directions invaluable to understanding the area like a local.

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour for Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Yoho National Park to discover some of the best Canadian Rockies’ scenery. As you drive, hear stories play automatically as you explore iconic mountains, lakes and waterfalls. Marvel at the tranquil beauty of Lake Louise, dazzling Moraine Lake surrounded by the ten peaks, Canada’s second highest waterfall at the mighty Takakkaw Falls, and stunning Emerald Lake. Your journey is filled with rich narratives, ensuring your Canadian Rockies road trip is unforgettable. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive

Audioguided Routes along the entire West Coast of Canada (Banff, Jasper, Yoho and other national parks) Audio guides with 6 languages available (Spanish, Portuguese, German, Italian, French, English.) Walking routes in the different places of interest in each area Car routes through the cities and between each one Gastronomic routes Everything you need to know about Canada West Points of interest linked to Google Maps Geolocation Access to Web Panel to customize your own route Access to Web Panel as a repository of travel documents