Scenic River Floats
In the Beautiful Canadian Rocky Mountains
Explore our AdventuresDiscover nature & explore the wild
Surrounded by big mountain views and forested slopes, our scenic nature floats offer guests of all ages and abilities an opportunity to learn about Canmore's storied history, learn about the plants, animals and birds that call the Bow Valley home and the ability to explore an area first settled by the Indigenous people of North America! Proud to be Canmore's first and only locally-owned and family-operated scenic float company, we pride ourselves on hiring folks that are qualified Interpretive Guides, Wilderness First Responders, Swift Water Certified, and above all quality people! We offer guest experiences only river people can offer; with a combined overall experience of over 40 years guiding on the Bow River, no one knows it better than the team at Canmore Raft Tours.
Summer Tours & Activities
Explore Our Summer Tour Options Below
Something for Everyone
Canmore Raft Tours is just a one-hour drive west of Calgary, Alberta and nestled right against the Banff National Park east boundary. We offer family-friendly scenic float tours on the iconic glacial fed Bow River.
Our Raft Shack is located in the heart of downtown Canmore, right on Main Street and only a 5-minute walk to the river and our boat launch! With a great network of local businesses in Canmore, Canmore Raft Tours has quickly become the go to company for your adventure needs!
- All Ages
- May - September
- All Equipment Provided
- Professional Guides
Reviews
Charlie Daniels
11 September 2025
We recently went on a river float with Canmore Raft tours whilst exploring the area and we have to say this was one of the highlights of our trip. Our guide was so knowledgeable and interesting with amazing information about the area. By floating you have no noise and are able to appreciate the wonderful sounds of nature and it gives you a beautiful perspective of the land as well. Highly recommend doing a float of you are in the Canmore or Banff area
Aaron Johnston
09 September 2025
We had an amazing experience with our guide, Remy! She was incredibly personable, knowledgeable, and made the whole tour both fun and informative. You could tell she really knows her stuff and genuinely enjoys sharing it. Highly recommend this experience to everyone! Thanks again, Remy!
Russell Berrisford
06 September 2025
Did the Townie tour and it was great! Staff were friendly and informative.
Highly recommended!
Kelly M
04 September 2025
Just had an awesome experience on the river with CRT! It was insanely windy but we had a great time. Our guide was Craig and he was so knowledgeable. Definitely recommend this company.
Grace Dafoe
24 June 2025
While I can't find the Mountain City Brew Bus Page - my invoice came from the rafting company, with the same address. So my review is about the Bow Valley Beer Shuttle.
I booked in April, knowing that it would need a minimum to run (noted extensively on the site & invoice). I found it strange after I booked though, that when a friend tried to buy tickets to join us, the tour was no longer available.
I was highly disappointed that at 8pm, the night before the tour, they offered the self guided tour instead (and a refund in difference in price). We chose this tour solely because of the transport option.
All things considered, I wish I could accurately review the service this company provides, but I was disappointed in the lack of communication & timeline of cancellation from the company end. I fully believe they had no intention of fulfilling this tour, but waited until the evening before to cancel on us.
Edit: adding that after Canmore raft tours reply, I went back to check. Both my invoice, and emails come from “Canmore Raft Tours” as per photo attached
Carol Bushneck
30 August 2025
Tour was awesome, our guide Simon gave us lots of information and was super personable. Beautiful area and even saw some elk.
Kate Maryschak
30 July 2025
Fun & friendly staff, especially our guide, Craig, who was very knowledgeable, funny, and went out of his way to make our float special. The float experience was enjoyable and had spectacular views that you can’t get on land, in particular of The Three Sisters. We even went over a .5 rapid 😉!
the quietman
27 July 2025
Great time on the float. Tor was a great guide. We did the 2hr evening float no wild life but still a good time.