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Wildlife on the Bow | Big Canoe Tour

Recommended by 92% of travelers
Banff, Canada
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Canoeing along the Bow River provides the perfect vantage point for spotting Canada’s famous wildlife. As you paddle, enjoy working as a team with your fellow paddlers while a guide navigates the big canoe and shares stories about the surroundings. While traveling up the scenic river, you can hope to spot elk, bald eagles, beavers, and more—all without the exertion of hiking.
  • Glide through Banff’s majestic scenery on a canoe tour
  • Learn about the wildlife, local history, and landscape from your guide
  • With 12 seats per canoe, this is a great option for families
  • The river provides an ideal platform for photographing wildlife

What's Included

  • Paddles and Life Jackets
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Banff Canoe Club
    Corner of Bow Ave and, Wolf St, Banff, AB T1L 1A8, Canada

    Corner of Wolf Street and Bow Ave

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

1

Banff National Park

50 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

2

Banff Canoe Club

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.6
based on 13 reviews
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Beautiful

Ginger_M, Aug 2024
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.

Evening paddle

Michele_T, Jul 2024
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.

Review of Bow wildlife canoe tour

Lewis_C, Aug 2022
Do not take this tour for the wildlife but if you want a nice relaxing canoe ride with great views and a knowledgeable guide it is for u.

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On average, this is booked 33 days in advance.

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