We had a great time on this trail with Mark & Alyia. After basic instruction and an introduction to our horses (I had Taylor and my husband had Ottis) we set off for our two hour trek along the Bow River and up Windy Knoll. The guides where knowledgeable, friendly and diligent, keeping a close on on horses and riders at all times to ensure safety. The views were spectacular too! Highly recommended.

So happy we booked the 2hr guided trail rideBest experience,scenery within/out of trails,awesome horses and Lockie was best guide everMust do.Looking to book longer ride next time

We’ve done many trail rides but this one tops them all. The views were out of post card mountain setting. The wranglers were the best! Was lucky enough to be right behind the leader, who did a fantastic job. So sorry I forgot his name but he was Australia who just arrived in Canada 6 days earlier.

The Banff Horseback Adventure was an amazing a experience for my entire family. The guide was very professional and fun. She thoroughly explained how the ride was going to go. Nice work staff!

The staff is particularly good with people that have never been on a horse before. Both of us ride and are used to horses, but it was still a good ride for us because we got to see a side of Banff that you can’t see by hiking, biking or by tour bus - and that’s why we did it. I ride at a barn where cleanliness and maintenance of the horses is the main concern. There are a lot of horses at this stable and the horses and tack were well maintained, as well as the grounds being clean. Great job guys!

Being able to go up a mountain on a horse was excellent. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly.

My wife and I signed up for the 2 hour ride. This location is actually fairly close to the overall downtown area and within walking distance. I admit I wasn't a big fan of having to wear a helmet (most places it's optional), but considering some of the terrain, I can understand. They lead you out along a public walking / biking path. The views along the river are really amazing. I'm not going to lie and not say I wasn't initially disappointed by the first of the trip. NOTE: If you're not an experienced rider or this is your first time, possibly consider the 1 hour ride as this path setting is the majority if the 1st half of the ride. Once we got past the 1 hour "turn around" spot, we moved on to more challenging terrain. It was uphill quite a bit of the way. While going through the woods I heard what sounded like a bull elk calling. We also strolled past some elk laying around in the woods. We finished with a downhill decent and then down along the river again as we headed back to the stable. Our 2 guides (Andre' and I forget the other guy) were both very nice and informative.

I’ve gone on multiple trail rides and this has to be my all time favourite! If you love horses this is an awesome informative way to get to know Banff while on horseback! You may even see some wildlife! I know I got to see a snake!! (Don't worry if your scared, it’s apparently not a common thing!) it’s a picture perfect trip great for everyone! I highly recommend even if you just go for an hour!

It is hard to give a place such a low rating, but here is why. The horse ride was for a birthday present for a relative. Upon their arrival, staff were yelling at each other. Staff seemed inexperienced as well. I say this because the birthday person had been on multiple previous rides with other providers. For the other person with her, they gave him a horse that was larger/fatter and told him if the saddle starts to slide, then tell the trail leader on the ride. So, of course, the saddle fell to the side. They guy at the back stopped the ride and yelled “First time rider!!” This completely embarrassed this person. Great professionalism! Even though, it was not the riders fault, but the staff who outfitted the horse….there was also issues with the stirrups. No fault assumed. Just embarrassment. Then the trail guide started yelling at people across the river about their dog. Again…what is with the yelling at your establishment??? 2 stars because of the nature. Thanks for all the yelling trail guides for their birthday! Aug 16,2022

Jayden was a little rude. She could be more polite. Overall was nice experience…….. …………………::……………..

First time on a horse. Horses were well tamed and trained. Gorgeous stable and beautiful horses. The guides girls were very helpful and kind

Very poorly organised the ride was boring. No instructions at the start to use insect spray we were bitten alive. Commentary from guide was heard by 2 people up the front

This was a beautiful ride! My horse, Possum, was so fun to ride. I felt completely at ease with him and my group. The scenery was gorgeous and we even saw a bear (from a safe distance)! It was wonderful. Highly recommend for all skill levels.

The staff were very friendly and the tour was beautiful! I wasn’t expecting for the sight seeing to be as nice as it was!

A great experience whilst spending a couple of days in Banff, we really enjoyed our 2hrs. The scenery was outstanding and the staff kept us informed of the area were were travelling through. I'd thoroughly recommend this trip.

Enjoyed the time on horseback with the beautiful location and views. Staff were all very friendly and helpful.

It was so much fun! The time was just right. 2 hours of riding through the woods up and down a hill along the river! It was absolutely stunning! I got educated a lot on this trip as well and learned some about the mountains, the Cave and the river! Absolutely recommend!!

Bow River ride with experienced, calm guides. Rich was insightful and assisted me when foot slipped out of stirrup. All staff helpful, especially to get me and my hip replacements on and off Sailor.

Absolutely lovely, but next time bring bug spray, I got eaten alive by mosquitos!!!!!! My horse was so sweet and handsome!

So much fun! Had a great experience on our 2hr ride as well as the 1 hr ride we did 48 hr earlier (we had so much fun the first time we came back again!). Horses were terrific and easy to manage whether it was your first time on a horse or if you’re more experienced. Guides were knowledgeable and friendly, trails great with beautiful scenery. Tip: bring bug spray!!..especially for morning rides unless you enjoy red itchy welts from ravenous Banff mosquitoes (they love tourist blood apparently). Also, best to wear full length pants - not shorts, not capris and not leggings with mesh design (those make the most interesting mosquito bite mark designs which you’ll get to enjoy for days along with keeping everyone else guessing what the heck happened to your legs ;) And this should go without saying, but don’t wear white. It’s a dusty trail with horses..you will get dirty and so will those white pants/shirt. We can’t wait to come back again and do an even longer ride (with our bug spray, long pants, non white clothing of course)