3 Sleigh Rides in Canada That Live Up to the Photos

1.Family Friendly Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 237 reviews · 40 min · from $39Our pick

Meet at Banff Trail Riders Stables for a 40-minute horse-drawn sleigh ride through mountain meadows. You’ll hear local stories, watch for elk and deer, and take in Rundle and Cascade mountains from under a wool blanket. Guides such as Grace, Brooklyn, Emily, and Nat have been praised for their warm, informative approach. Finish with a hot drink by the fire when weather allows.

“The guides are very friendly and excellent with kids. They were very informative. Overall an absolutely wonderful experience.”

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2.Mont-Tremblant: Sleigh Ride w/ Storytelling & Hot Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 47 reviews · 1 hour · from $44

Settle under a blanket for a one-hour sleigh ride through Mont-Tremblant fields and forest. Your English or French guide may share local legends, sing folk songs, or play an instrument, as Felix has done with violin. Sip hot chocolate, and from mid-February, taste maple candy. The ride runs on runners or wheels, depending on snow.

“Really enjoyed the sleigh ride, it was beautiful and we enjoyed our guide’s (Felix) violin playing and storytelling.”

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3.1 Hour Shared Winter Sleigh Ride Experience in Kananaskis

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Spend about an hour at Boundary Ranch on a shared horse-drawn sleigh or wagon ride through snowy Kananaskis. Expect a 30 to 45 minute scenic ride, a possible stop at the buffalo paddock and Teepee Village, plus hot chocolate. Add marshmallows, s’mores, or Irish Cream for a cozier finish.

“It was a a very warming and interesting ride. The staff are really good. Family is doing a great job 👍”

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