Canada · KAYAK & CANOE TRIPS
Distances here are long and daylight is finite. These 15 kayak & canoe trips justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide quickly and get back to the map.
Paddle the Bow River in Banff National Park with a guide, spot wildlife, and learn Native history in about 90 minutes for $69.84.
“This canoe ride was awesome. We saw a lot of wildlife as we rowed upstream and relaxed downstream on the Bow River.”
Canoe the Bow River in Banff National Park on an easy 90-minute tour, with guides, wildlife spotting, and big Rocky Mountain views for $67.
“It was a good experience. Our guide was Cam he was very knowledgeable about the area and included everyone on the boat.”
Snorkel and kayak with Vancouver harbor seals at Pam Rocks, with wetsuits, snacks, and small-group guidance on a 5-hour boat tour.
“The tour was good, the staff was friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming. The captain was chatty and had lots of great stories.”
Paddle Pyramid Lake in a cedar canoe with a local guide in Jasper. Small group, calm water lessons, snacks and warm drinks included.
“Going out, on there own made canoe was perfect, it was beautiful. We started with the lake to our selves it was stunning, our guide was very knowledgeable and fun. I would recommend to go early in the morning”
Float the Bow River in Banff National Park on a big canoe tour, with paddle and life jacket, easy paddling, and great local guides.
“Tim was an awesome guide with tons of useful and interesting information. He made this canoe ride super memorable. Thanks Tim. I highly recommend for anyone. It wasn’t that hard paddling at all since there were 8+ people rowing.”
Evening big-canoe wildlife tour on Banff's Bow River. Paddle, learn habitat facts, and watch for bald eagles, elk, and beavers.
“Zoe was a very knowledgeable guide - giving info about the area, wildlife. We saw ospreys and beavers actually transporting branches . Beautiful river surrounded by majestic mountains.”
Small-group day trip to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise from Canmore or Banff, with flexible hiking, canoeing or paddle time.
“It was worth getting up at 3 am to travel to Lake Moraine. Our guide was awesome. He shared a lot of facts about the area. Good time.”
Guided 6-hour Algonquin canoe trip with real paddling, portaging, a hike, swimming, possible cliff jumping, and a picnic lunch.
“A lot of paddling.Tough but Great way to enjoy the lack and learn about histories of the area. Beautiful lack and wonderful tour guide.”
Paddle the Bow River in Banff on a guided big canoe for easy wildlife spotting, comfy teamwork, and local stories in about 90 minutes.
“John, our guide, knew the history and fauna associated with the Bow River and told us many interesting stories along the way. The views from the water are breathtaking!”
Paddle Canoe Lake, portage 300m, jump off cliffs, then hike for lookout views in Algonquin Park, with lunch and guide stories.
“Goed verzorgde lunch op een mooie plek en eveneens daar waar men de lake in kon om te zwemmen, springen of duiken. Gids Diego was heel aardig en vertelde e.e.a. op specifieke plaatsen met ook enige humor. Fijne dag gehad!”
Kayak Victoria Harbour in a small group, learn safety and paddling basics, and spot downtown landmarks, wildlife, and seaplanes for $74.35.
“our Guide Taylor was very knowledgeable about the Harbor we toured. She fixed up everyone with pfd's and we wasted no time getting to the safety speech and basic's of paddling.”
Kayak Grandmaître Ecological Reserve near Ottawa, learn from a bilingual guide, and hunt for turtle sightings, with a mini flora exhibit.
“our guide was very flexible, lovely personality and very knowledgeable about the surroundings and wildlife. Thus is a beginner friendly and relaxing activity. We stayed on the water and extra half hour.”
Guided Big Canoe trip on the Bow River in Banff National Park, includes paddles and life jackets, wildlife and history, refreshments.
“Gondola, Bear Trail, Big Canoe Tour, Cascade Garden, Blackfoot Dance Performance, FOOD FOOD FOOD Our family group ages from 9 to 74 had a thoroughly wonderful time. We’re cramming in as much as we can while we’re here. This was a much-delayed and rescheduled trip because of the pandemic. We are so happy we can travel again.”
Expedited Moraine Lake and Lake Louise day trip from Canmore and Banff, with flexible time, wildlife spotting, and optional canoeing.
“Our driver was excellent and had so much knowledge of the area.”
Snorkel Howe Sound, kayak near the Pam Rocks seal colony, and spot harbor seals on a 5-hour Sea Dragon tour from Horseshoe Bay.
“Great activity. The wetsuits kept us warm and we were able to get very close to the seals. Highly recommend this!”
Six time zones of days out, sorted by the kind of day.
