Calgary · KANANASKIS DAY TRIPS FROM CALGARY
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Kananaskis is the Rockies without the crowds, and the closest of the lot to Calgary. This list ranks the best Kananaskis tours: horseback rides through the foothills, river rafting, and mountain drives, with prices, fitness notes, and which run in which season.
2-hour Ridge Ride in Kananaskis: small-group horseback trail to valley vistas, wildlife chances, and a Movie The Revenant teepee stop.
“Amazing views and a picture taken by our guides using our own phones with the mountains as the backdrop. The horses were very well-trained and easy to ride. The staff was very informative and helpful.”
Beginner-friendly 1-hour horseback trail ride at Boundary Ranch in Kananaskis: gentle horses, forest views, and a buffalo paddock stop.
“Absolutely fantastic experience! All the staff were really friendly and kind. The animals we're well cared for and we actually got to meet the owner of this beautiful ranch. Wonderful experience and we have already booked to go again end of Aug! Excellent experience, great value and so close to YYC! A must do!”
Small-group rafting on Alberta’s Kananaskis River with safety coaching, gear and snacks, plus optional swim. 4 hours, beginner-friendly.
“It’s thrilling and also relaxing no matter how the weather is! Tim and Brie were fun and very supportive. That’s the reason I was able to enjoy it! My 19 year old son loved it too!”
Moonlit snowshoe hike in Kananaskis with stargazing stops, hot drink, and astronomy talk from guide Claude. Small group, about 2 hours.
“Love Claud as the tour guide. He is so knowledgeable and friendly. This is the second time we have done this tour. We didn’t snow shoe this time and noticed our 50 year old bodies really struggled with the pace of going up the mountain just walking. Make sure you wear proper gear and are physically able to hike at a fast clip. Other than that it was great.”
Guided snowshoe walk in Kananaskis with snowshoes, hot drinks and cookies, plus valley history for about 2 hours in a small group.
“Clod and Stacy were the best guides. They kept us (first timers) engaged and entertained throughout. Really enjoyed it”
Private YYC pickup to Banff with a name sign, licensed insured vehicles, and optional scenic stops. Door-to-door comfort with flexible care.
“Our driver , Manny was super nice and accommodating. He stopped at a convenience store for us. We also left a glove in the van after being dropped off at our hotel and Manny was so sweet to bring the glove to us!”
A private 1.5-hour horseback trail ride in Kananaskis, Boundary Ranch. Aspen groves, Mount Kidd views, and buffalo in the pines.
“Charlie, who is a son of 5 generation of the owner family was well guiding us in the forest. I was feeling very special like I was in a movie! I just loved it.”
A 1-hour shared winter sleigh ride from Boundary Ranch in Kananaskis with a warm stop for hot chocolate, plus buffalo and teepee views.
“Wonderful trip through winter wonderland. Snow covered trees, surrounded by high mountains. Very friendly staff. Take your blankets. Enjoy the hot chocolate at the end of the trip!”
Private Calgary tour with a local driver: downtown sights, optional Tower or Zoo, plus a Wolfdog Sanctuary visit near Cochrane.
“Our driver showed us some of the cities highlights before we drove out to the Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary. We had a wonderful time there and then headed to the Calgary Zoo for the afternoon. He was very prompt in picking us up and getting us to our next location. While in route he shared interesting facts about Calgary. it was a great experience!”
