A group of friends enjoying snowmobiling in Golden, BC
A couple putting their helmets on before stepping onto the snowmobile
A snowmobiling riding through the snow covered trees

Thrilling Rides

Snowmobile Tours

From $230

Adventure Details

Activity Level
Moderate / Active
Available
Oct - Apr
Departure
various
Restriction
Min 5 yrs
Location
2 hrs from Banff

Wind along the mountain trails and take in the breathtaking scenery and fast paced fun on a guided snowmobile tour. As snowmobiling is not permitted in Banff National Park, tours depart from Golden, Panorama or Kicking Horse Mountain Resort.

Each snowmobile experience is a little bit different. The Golden Snowmobile Tour departs from Golden BC and is a half day tour (2hrs). This fun and easy guided snowmobile tour provides everyone in the family the experience of snowmobiling through dazzling Rocky Mountain vistas. This tour caters to all levels of experience, and our guides will provide you with all of the knowledge and snowmobile riding instruction you need. Ride eco-friendly well maintained 600cc 4-Stroke snowmobiles, complete with easy-to-use controls and heated hand-grips.

The Paradise Basin experience is a popular full day (4hrs) snowmobile adventure from Panorama, BC. Enjoy a groomed trail ride to the alpine, visit the enchanting frozen Marmot Falls, and experience the remnants of an early 1900s silver mining town located at 8000 ft. Refuel with a BBQ lunch, then hit the slopes for free time in the powder bowl. Transport available from Banff for a fee. The Paradise Basin (2hr) tour is also available from Panorama for those short on time.

Based out of Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, BC, these tours travel over creeks and across bridges. The remarkable views of the Purcell and the Rocky Mountain ranges are a treat for locals and visitors alike. With a combination of trail adventures, amazing scenery, and two free play areas to explore, the full day (5hrs) and half day (3hrs) snowmobile tours offer an unforgettable experience of the Canadian Rockies. If you have had some riding experience, there is also an Intermediate Backcountry & Extreme Backcountry that may be more your speed!

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Golden Snowmobile Tours (2hrs)

Driver (16+): $230 Passenger (15+): $135 Child Passenger (5-14): $110

Paradise Basin Snowmobile Tour (4hrs)

Driver (18+): $324 Passenger (14+): $165 Child Passenger (5-13): $109

Paradise Mine Snowmobile Tour (2.5hrs)

Driver (18+): $274 Passenger (14+): $135 Child Passenger (5-13): $89

Kicking Horse Snowmobile Tour (5hrs)

Driver (16+): $324 Passenger (14+) $165 Child Passenger (5-13): $109

Kicking Horse Snowmobile Tour (3hrs)

Driver (16+): $260 Passenger (14+) $135 Child Passenger (5-13): $90

Kicking Horse Intermediate Backcountry Trip

Driver (16+): $529

Kicking Horse Extreme Backcountry Snowmobile Tour

Driver (16+): $655
  • Each Snowmobile Tour has it's own specific restrictions and requirements. Check out the individual pages for more information. Golden Snowmobile, Panorama Snowmobile, Kicking Horse Snowmobile.
  • Please dress warmly; ski gear is ideal with sturdy winter boots. Please remember your gloves. A helmet will be provided.
  • All participants are required to sign a Release of Liability Waiver before their tour. Guests under the age of 19 require a guardian to sign their waiver.
  • Paradise Basin Tour departs Panorama at 9:30am. Paradise Mine Tour departs at 1:30pm. Guests should arrive 30 minutes before tour time. Panorama is located 2 hours from Banff. Transport from Banff is available for Paradise Basin Tour for an additional $30 per person. Snowmobile suit rentals are available for $20. Minimum passenger age is 5 years | Minimum driving age is 18 years - a provincial driver's license is not required.
  • For Paradise Basin and Paradise Mine Tours, pricing includes minor collision insurance for up to $500 in incidental damages per snowmobile. Guests are required to sign a Credit Card Authorization form for our collision insurance policy.
  • Kicking Horse Tours depart at 10am for the Full Day Tour and 10am or 2pm for the Half Day Tour. Tours depart from Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, BC. Full Day Tour includes snowmobile, helmet, lunch & guide. Some winter gear is available to rent for an additional cost. Half Day Tour does not include lunch. Minimum age to drive a snowmobile is 16 years. Minimum age to be a passenger is 5 years.
  • For Kicking Horse Tours, optional insurance will be offered day of tour. A Credit Card must be provided on day of tour as security deposit.
  • Golden Tours depart at 10am or 1pm in Golden (Meet at 9.15am or 12:15pm). Golden, BC is approximately 2 hours from Banff. Tour includes professional guide, use of snowmobile, hot chocolate & cookies. Sled time is approximately 2 hours. Minimum age to drive a snowmobile is 16 years (Driver's License equivalent to a CDN Class 5 is required). There is no age restriction for passengers however passengers must be at least 3 feet tall  [36 inches / 91 cm].There is a combined weight limit of 425lbs per sled. No exceptions.
  • All tours operate in the same time zone as Alberta - Mountain Standard Time (MST) / Mountain Daylight Time (MDT)
  • Cancellation policy on all tours is 48 hours.
Snowmobiling on the trails at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
Snowmobiling tours in Golden
A couple riding a snowmobile at Panorama, BC
Some friends hiking the Sulphur Mountain Trail up to the Banff Gondola
A mother and daughter hugging at the cabin on a snowmobile tour
A group of snowmobilers in Golden, BC

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