Banff Small-Group Bow or Spray River Horseback Ride
Get a different perspective of the incredible scenery of Banff, during this horseback riding excursion along the Bow River or Spray River
Highlights
- Horseback ride through Banff National Park
- Ride a horse to natural sulfur springs
- Ride along the Bow River or the Spray River (depending on option booked)
- Learn about the history of the national park from a guide
Inclusions
- Basic horseback riding instruction
- Use of horse
- Helmet (mandatory)
- Lead and tail guides
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Food and drink
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Good to Know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All riders must arrive 30 minutes prior to their ride time.
- For our foreign visitors we require an understanding of basic English for our horseback rides, so that you can understand simple instructions from our guides.
- All riders must be under a maximum of 230lbs. Banff Trail Riders is committed to the health of our horses and the safety of our guests, which means that the maximum weight requirements are strictly enforced. As part of the check-in process, guests may be required to confirm their current weight on a scale. In the event that this requirement is not met, the booking will be forfeited without a refund.
- Guests participating in horseback riding will need to be 8 years or over and children aged 17 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please note that children will not be paired with an adult – they must ride their own horse. Minimum age is strictly enforced and as part of the check-in process, guests may be required to provide proof of the child’s age. In the event that this requirement is not met, the booking will be forfeited without a refund.
- Children aged 17 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- For safety purposes helmets are mandatory to be worn by all riders.
- Adults must sign a waiver for all activities, and a waiver must also be completed by the parent or legal guardian of any person under the age of 18 (documentation may be required to confirm the signatory’s authority).
- Riders must be physically capable of controlling the horse during the ride without assistance and for the health and safety of all riders we regrettably cannot accommodate any disabilities or special needs riders. We recognize that disabled riding is a unique and respected skill set that we at the barns do not have the appropriate equipment or skills to safely execute.
Cancellation Policy
- A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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