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Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride in Banff
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Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride in Banff

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Banff, Canada
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icon40 minutes  (approx.)
Mobile ticket
iconOffered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
Safety measures
icon40 minutes  (approx.)
Mobile ticket
iconOffered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds

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Overview

Take a charming horse-driven sleigh ride through the snow-covered meadows of Banff during this rustic 40-minute tour. Cozy up with family, friends, or a loved one as your friendly driver whisks you away on a sightseeing tour of the area’s stunning mountain peaks.
  • Horse-drawn sleigh ride in Banff
  • Take a scenic sleigh ride for some winter fun
  • Enjoy views of snow-covered meadows, valleys, and the Canadian Rockies
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40-minute sleigh ride
Friendly driver
Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Banff Trail Riders - Stables , 100 Sundance Rd, Banff, AB T1L 1B9, Canada
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Please meet at Warner Stables, the big red stables located at the end of Sundance Road in Banff. When you arrive, please follow the sleigh ride signs to check in for your ride at the office in the west barn. There is plenty of free parking at the site.

This activity will end right where it started.
Find your way to the Warner Stables in Banff for your sleigh ride through the Canadian Rockies. 

Climb up into the traditional horse-drawn sleigh with your party and snuggle up as you take in the views. See the horses' steamy breath rise in clouds as you set out into the snow-covered landscape. 

Glide through the pristine meadows for 40 minutes, admiring stunning views of the mountains and the surrounding valley. Look out for local wildlife and snap photos as you travel.
Itinerary
Stop At:  
Banff National Park
Your winter sleigh ride departs from Warner Stables in Banff. After hopping in the horse-drawn carriage with your family or friends, your friendly driver will take the reins and lead you along snow-covered meadows. On your 40-minute ride, soak in amazing views of the valley and Canadian Rockies, watching for wildlife as you glide along the snow. You’ll be provided with wool blankets to make your riding experience comfortable and warm.
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Duration: 40 minutes
Admission Ticket Not Included
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • There are no age restrictions for this tour and children 3 years and under are free. However, children 3 years and under are not guaranteed a seat (they may have to sit on your lap).
  • Sleigh rides are weather dependent, and may not operate in certain conditions (eg: -35C).
  • Children aged 17 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
  • All adults must sign a waiver prior to the tour. A waiver must also be completed by the parent or legal guardian of any rider under the age of 18 (documentation may be required to confirm the signatory’s authority).
  • Any minors under 18 years who are not accompanied by an adult must present a pre-signed waiver to go on the tour.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Each row in the sleigh will be exclusive to a booking. Each row can hold a maximum of 4 guests. Bookings of more than 4 guests will need to be divided into more than one booking.
  • Most travelers can participate
  • A minimum of two participants are required to make a booking.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Banff Trail Riders
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride in Banff?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
See all safety measures taken by Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride in Banff.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride in Banff?
A:The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
See all safety measures taken by Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride in Banff.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride in Banff?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
See all safety measures taken by Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride in Banff.

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My husband and I both...
Tanis_S
, Mar 2022
My husband and I both really enjoyed this experience! I normally have allergies to the straw or hay! No reaction! The staff is very friendly and helpful!! I f visiting the area you must go!! Its so wonderful!! I just wish I got the name of ladies we visited with!
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Very informative and...
Patrick_B
, Feb 2022
Very informative and family friendly. Driver knew a lot about local history and natural surroundings
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Great family experience! 👌🏼
Justin_K
, Feb 2022
The staff were inviting and very accommodating. The driver was also very informative of the area's history and answered all our questions. We ended the ride with some complimentary hot chocolate and the kids had fun petting the horses. Thank you!
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Well Worth The Experience
Donna_C
, Jan 2022
Hearing the bells on horses harness brought back memories. Seeing different wild animals up close…wow!
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Freezing and Friendly
Natasha_J
, Dec 2021
All staff were wonderful and accommodating. The weather was terribly cold on Christmas day! Thank you to all staff for making this a great experience.
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Nothing at all they way it was advertised
David_G
, Mar 2021
There wasn’t any . You were supposed to take a ride around the park and instead drove in circles in their field.
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icon Response from Host , Aug 2021
Im sorry you felt mislead. I would have to disagree with your comments.
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Horrible customer service
MarieCecile_K
, Feb 2021
We drove a total of 4 hours round trip, only for them to cancel our booking once we arrived at their office. Our kids were very disappointed. If they needed to cancel, they should have cancelled first thing in the morning and not wait to cancel after customers have made the long drive out there in the afternoon. What a total waste of money and time. They also refused to provide any compensation. I definitely would not recommend them.
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icon Response from Host , Feb 2021
Hello MC K., Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your sleigh ride booking. Unfortunately there were severe wind gusts in Banff on Sunday, which began much earlier in the day than anticipated. We weren't able to proceed with sleigh rides that afternoon as it had quickly became unsafe for them to run, and unfortunately had to immediately cancel all rides to ensure guest safety. We reached out to all affected guests as soon as the weather changed, however we understand the disappointment this must have caused. Guest safety is our number one priority, and sadly in this instance we weren't able to deliver your experience due to events outside of our control. A full refund has been issued for your booking, and if you would reconsider booking with us again then please contact our reservations team directly on 1-800-661-8352 with your booking reference and we would be pleased to offer you a 50% discount on your booking.
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star-5
A great time was had
Tara_A
, Jan 2021
A lovely little trail ride, staff were friendly and very knowledgeable. Bundle up . And bring an blanket . Hotchocolate and time by the fire after to warm up..a lovely winter activity.
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icon Response from Host , Jan 2021
Thank you Tara for your review we are glad you enjoyed your ride
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star-5
Amazing!!!
Aaron_M
, Feb 2020
A perfect afternoon. Our driver was very friendly and his stories entertained us. The venue added nice touches like marshmallows to roast on the fire and hot chocolate inside to warm up. Highly recommend.
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icon Response from Host , Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind words.
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star-5
Definitely a must when visiting Banff
Keriann_S
, Feb 2020
This was part of a 70th birthday gift for my mom. We were looking for something involving the mountains but not strenuous. She absolutely loved it and so did my siblings and I. (All over 30) The guide was great and the view was breathtaking. We learned so much about the wildlife and of course the horses were beautiful. Overall an amazing experience. It was chilly but we were very bundled up and the blankets added extra warmth.
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icon Response from Host , Mar 2020
Im glad you could share your moms birthday with us and that the family had a great time
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