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

4.8
(79 reviews)

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover life on the Bow River in our 12 seat Canoe. Join us on an early evening Big Canoe tour and learn fun facts about animal habitats, behaviors and conservation. Escape the bustling Banff streets and get back to nature. Enjoy paddling up the scenic Bow while keeping your eyes peeled for some of the locals - bald eagles, elk, muskrats and maybe even “Barry” our resident beaver. Let our informative guides share the best practices for wildlife encounters and discover the challenges they face with increasing human interaction. You can’t get a more scenic backdrop for an interpretive wildlife tour. It’s fun for all ages! Great tour for families

What's Included

GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Paddles and Life Jackets
Live commentary on board
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please park at the Banff Train Station and walk to the Banff Canoe Club

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Canoeing along the Bow River in Banff 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 animal habitats, behaviours and conservation. Learn best practice for wildlife encounters and discover the challenges animals face with increasing human interaction. While traveling up the scenic river, you can hope to spot elk, bald eagles, beavers, and more. With 12 seats per canoe, this is a great option for families and no paddling experience is necessary. The river provides an ideal platform for photographing wildlife!

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by The Banff Canoe Club

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Water Tours
Excellent Quality
Involves Animals
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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