Canoe, kayak & SUP Rentals

From the canoe docks, paddlers can explore a gentle leg of the Bow River or follow Forty Mile Creek into the Vermillion Lakes. Both routes offer stunning views and opportunities for wildlife viewing. We offer canoe rentals by the hour. The rates are per boat (based on 2 people). There is an extra charge of $10 for the 3rd person in canoe. 

Check out our fleet of Old Town single or double kayaks. Depart right from the docks and journey your way up the river. Rates are per hour.

If a stand up paddleboard is more your thing, check out our fleet of NRS paddleboards. Rentals are per hour and include board, life jacket and paddle. Guests must be 18 or older or accompanied by an adult to rent an SUP. 

Enjoy the serenity of the Bow River and marvel at the surroundings whilst on a Big Canoe Tour. As you journey upstream, our guides will entertain you with stories of the past, history of canoeing and interesting local facts. Every tour includes life jackets and paddles plus instruction on how to paddle as a team. A Big Canoe Tour is perfect for the whole family and no paddling experience is necessary. Tours are 1.5 hours in duration. 

Join us on an early evening Wildlife Big Canoe tour and learn fun facts about animal habitats, behaviors and conservation. Escape the bustling Banff streets and get back to nature. Enjoy paddling up the scenic Bow while keeping your eyes peeled for some of the locals - bald eagles, elk, muskrats and maybe even “Barry” our resident beaver. Learn best practice for wildlife encounters and discover the challenges they face with increasing human interaction. You can’t get a more scenic backdrop for an interpretive wildlife tour.

Join us on a group kayak paddle to explore the Bow River. Check out the local wildlife, capture that perfect picture in front of Mount Rundle and maybe even catch a glimpse of our resident beaver, Barry. Connect with nature and other kayakers as you enjoy the serene surroundings and picturesque views. Our friendly hosts will help answer your questions and point you in the right direction. Please note that this is not a tour for first time paddlers. Participants must have previous kayak experience.