Brewster Adventures
Brewster Adventures
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We offer horseback riding in Lake Louise from 2 to 7 hours in length and overnight and 4 day trips from our ranch at Exshaw.
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- Brooks WNew Orleans, Louisiana43 contributionsSleigh RideFor a relatively cheap price, you can ride on a horse drawn sleigh ride across the lake. Since it was cold, we were really glad that we got to explore the area but didn’t have to do the walking. I’d recommend if you want to see more of the lake but are only there for limited time. The views were beautiful. And the guide was very friendly.Visited February 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten February 26, 2023
- Wrights.On.The.RoadAlabama48 contributions5⭐️ ExperienceOur family of 4 (kids ages 10 and 13) did the Lake Louise trail ride and loved it!! Poppy, our guide, was the best - we loved our time with her! The ride itself is peaceful and relatively easy as it takes your around the lake. The whole Brewster Stables crew was great! Highly recommend!Visited July 2023Traveled with familyWritten July 9, 2023
- David A8 contributionsHighlight of our tripThe horses were very calm and sure footed on the trail. Our guide was very patient and fun. We rode to the Lake Agnes tea house, and the trail was spectacular! At the top, there was a place off the side where we tied the horses, and walked up some stairs to the lake. The Tea house was very crowded, but there were some benches to relax on and enjoy the view. They told us it was always crowded, so you should consider packing your own snack.Visited July 2023Written July 31, 2023
- Carla BFarmington, Arkansas9 contributionsFun Excursions with Excellent Guides!We spent two days on excursions with Brewsters Adventures and loved it! Both excursions were fun, and the sights were beautiful!! Our tour guides, Pat and Lisa one day and Pat and Kim the following day, we’re fun, knowledgeable and professional!! I would highly recommend this tour company!Visited August 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten August 6, 2023
- Chris KColumbia, Missouri4 contributionsEnjoyable 2 hour rideHad a wonderful horseback ride with Brewsters around lake Louise. We were a total of 6 people. Evie, our guide was superb! When dealing with each and every horse she always put a gentle hand on them when speaking or directing them before we got on as well as when we stopped to take pictures. Her calm demeanor transferred over to the horses. You can tell that this outfitter company really cares about their horses. Great ride and highly recommend!Visited August 2023Traveled with familyWritten August 19, 2023
- CarlyMWallaceCambridge, United Kingdom24 contributionsBest day!My mother and I did a full days ride to St Agnes, The Highline and P6. It was one of the most excellent days of my life. We felt full confidence in the horses and the guide. At no point did we feel unsafe. I would not recommend it to inexperienced riders though as you need to feel confident as some parts of the trail are tricky. If you've a good seat and understand the basics of western riding and how to communicate with your horse you should be fine. Honestly outstanding day. Horses were in great shape. Horses all get winter rest with wild horses and only work the summer.Visited September 2023Traveled with familyWritten September 10, 2023
- haweraTutukaka, New Zealand101 contributionsFantastic ride but beware over sharing leaderStunning scenery and great horses. I would have given this a 5/5 if it was not for the leader. She was very knowledgeable but overshares constantly. We had a 4 hour monologue in a loud voice about her room mates, podcasts, travel plans etc At one point a fellow rider asked her for some quiet time to listen to the sounds of nature. She managed a full 10 mins without talking which was great. But her loud incessant chatter spoilt the majestic wilderness we were riding in.Visited September 2023Traveled with friendsWritten September 12, 2023
- laseratlanta30 contributionsSpectacular!We took the 4 hour Plain of Six Glaciers Tour with Rebecca. It was the highlight of my trip to the Canadian Rockies. At every turn there was something more spectacular to see. Some lovely forest trails and then the rocky terrain to and from the glacier sighting. The weather was perfect, th horses very well mannered and cared for. Rebecca our guide was great. I thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. One word of caution, however, my 83 year old husband ultimately found it a bit too challenging with his back and the altitude. Rebecca was great and accommodated his discomfort as well as she could. Just a side note that has nothing to do with the FABULOUSNESS of this rideVisited September 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten September 13, 2023
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Erika M
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Feb 2021 • Family
As a previous reviewer had identified, an accident occurred during our ride, and we were in the sleigh where the horses ramped up and ended up collided into the sleigh in front of us. I was with my husband and my daughter and it was a terrifying experience. We had to jump out of the sleigh while it was still moving in case the horses dragged the sleigh off of the path. Luckily they got stuck in the snow and no one was harmed during the incident.
Looking back now, the narrow path and the distance between each sleigh (there were three that were going at the same time) didn’t seem like it left any room for error.
I don’t think this situation happens often but if I were to go on any type of sleigh rides again (doubtful) I would make sure I sat on the last sleigh (if they went in groups) and I would not bring younger children with me.
Looking back now, the narrow path and the distance between each sleigh (there were three that were going at the same time) didn’t seem like it left any room for error.
I don’t think this situation happens often but if I were to go on any type of sleigh rides again (doubtful) I would make sure I sat on the last sleigh (if they went in groups) and I would not bring younger children with me.
Written February 22, 2021
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Harvnjules
Jackson, TN33 contributions
Jan 2020
My dream came true when I got to ride in a horse drawn sleigh around Lake Louise. Now I can check that off my bucket list. It was 20 below zero but we didn't feel the cold because the beauty of Lake Louise and the surrounding mountains was just breathtaking. The trip lasted about an hour and we turned around at the frozen waterfall. I will never regret taking this ride and will never forget the beauty I experience that day.
Written January 28, 2020
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butch6521
Calgary, Canada155 contributions
Dec 2019
We liked the sleigh ride but it was really cold. I would of thought that the horses would have a horse blanket on. The blankets they have for the passengers was so thin it would not help you. The driver was nice. We could not go onto the lake as it had not frozen hard enough to handle the weight. The path has many people walking on it and some of them are not bright enough to move off the trail when the sleighs are coming. Great pictures of the glacier and the falls plus the hotel.
Written January 15, 2020
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Jane Joe
Edmonton, Canada5 contributions
Feb 2021 • Family
Serious Accident on the sleigh ride at Lake Louise.
Horses got spooked and ran into the sleigh in front nearly killing people in the back two rows. The back two rows where crushed. Everyone was so lucky.
We where on the sleigh that went out of control and went off the six foot edge of Lake Louise. Thank goodness for the deep snow or both horses would have died.
Very scary day for me and my children - if they continue the sleigh rides - please sit in the same row as your children, I sat in front of my kids and felt helpless. My friend was able to throw her daughter and my daughter off so they could run to a safe place behind all the sleds.
Please be careful with small children on this ride.
The birthday girl in the seat that was crushed was ok thankfully.
Horses got spooked and ran into the sleigh in front nearly killing people in the back two rows. The back two rows where crushed. Everyone was so lucky.
We where on the sleigh that went out of control and went off the six foot edge of Lake Louise. Thank goodness for the deep snow or both horses would have died.
Very scary day for me and my children - if they continue the sleigh rides - please sit in the same row as your children, I sat in front of my kids and felt helpless. My friend was able to throw her daughter and my daughter off so they could run to a safe place behind all the sleds.
Please be careful with small children on this ride.
The birthday girl in the seat that was crushed was ok thankfully.
Written February 21, 2021
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BayouBear
Reno, NV180 contributions
Jul 2022
There is a reason since 1892, Brewster Tours has been the leader in sightseeing tours in Canada, we had the pleasure of being on a number of their tours during our visit to Canada in July 2022 that included magnificent lake cruise of Minnewanka, The Banff Gondola and the scenic Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper, Columbia Icefield Adventure with the Ice Explorer Tour on the Athabasca Glacier and the glass-floored Skywalk for a jaw-dropping walk at the cliff’s edge, yes it was both amazing and terrifying.
We found with exception of one driver, that they were all professional and knowledgeable driver guides. We meet our first driver in Calgary as we began our Rocky Mountaineer Train adventure on Wednesday July 6, 2022, everyone had a ton of questions but the driver had great patience and answered everyone’s questions all while navigating the streets of Calgary. We had an additional guide for the Columbia Icefield Adventure with the Ice Explorer Tour on the Athabasca Glacier and the Skywalk during our tour on July 9, 2022, she was delightful and full of information and energy but the driver on that tour was a bit condescending and if he was to be believed had climbed every mountain we passed. His attitude toward the young assistant guide was off-putting and it was distressful to hear him talk down to her. Despite that it was a spectacular tour and the staff on the Columbia Icefield Adventure were amazing.
Brewster Tours is your best guide for all adventures in the Canadian Rocks and all their tours are an absolute “must do”.
We found with exception of one driver, that they were all professional and knowledgeable driver guides. We meet our first driver in Calgary as we began our Rocky Mountaineer Train adventure on Wednesday July 6, 2022, everyone had a ton of questions but the driver had great patience and answered everyone’s questions all while navigating the streets of Calgary. We had an additional guide for the Columbia Icefield Adventure with the Ice Explorer Tour on the Athabasca Glacier and the Skywalk during our tour on July 9, 2022, she was delightful and full of information and energy but the driver on that tour was a bit condescending and if he was to be believed had climbed every mountain we passed. His attitude toward the young assistant guide was off-putting and it was distressful to hear him talk down to her. Despite that it was a spectacular tour and the staff on the Columbia Icefield Adventure were amazing.
Brewster Tours is your best guide for all adventures in the Canadian Rocks and all their tours are an absolute “must do”.
Written July 28, 2022
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Brooks W
New Orleans, LA43 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
For a relatively cheap price, you can ride on a horse drawn sleigh ride across the lake.
Since it was cold, we were really glad that we got to explore the area but didn’t have to do the walking.
I’d recommend if you want to see more of the lake but are only there for limited time.
The views were beautiful. And the guide was very friendly.
Since it was cold, we were really glad that we got to explore the area but didn’t have to do the walking.
I’d recommend if you want to see more of the lake but are only there for limited time.
The views were beautiful. And the guide was very friendly.
Written February 26, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
LivingwithLove
Brampton, Canada29 contributions
Jul 2021
The Lake Anges Teahouse ride (3h) was incredible! Ended up being a "private" tour with just myself and Ann making the trek up to the teahouse. Ann calmed any of my nervousness with her exceptional knowledge of horses, expertise and great conversation. The horses are well trained and cared for. This is a must-do Canadian adventure and best way to see the sites. Highly recommend!
Written August 16, 2021
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1957
Ottawa, Canada695 contributions
Feb 2022
We were four couples who were looking for a memorable experience and indeed we did. The sleigh ride was 45 minutes long. We got to pet, take pictures with the horses at the beginning before hopping on. It was magical to go around Lake Louise , it was lightly snowing which made it romantic as well. Georgia, our guide, was very friendly and informative.. The trail was narrow but everything was professional. They don’t provide blankets due to COVID restrictions so we brought our own. Price was reasonable $45 + taxes each. I certainly recommend this activity.
Written March 2, 2022
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hawera
Tutukaka, New Zealand101 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
Stunning scenery and great horses. I would have given this a 5/5 if it was not for the leader. She was very knowledgeable but overshares constantly. We had a 4 hour monologue in a loud voice about her room mates, podcasts, travel plans etc At one point a fellow rider asked her for some quiet time to listen to the sounds of nature. She managed a full 10 mins without talking which was great. But her loud incessant chatter spoilt the majestic wilderness we were riding in.
Written September 12, 2023
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Bonnie H
Hinton 9 contributions
Mar 2022
Fabulous!!! We just took the sleigh ride around the lake and it still felt like Christmas as there was so much snow at the Chateau! Lloyd, our guide, was friendly and entertaining. The horses were beautiful. We had lovely group of people. It could not have been better. Those horses skip along pretty good on the way back too. That was fun and I am 58 yrs old. Beautiful view at the end of the lake before you turn around. Well worth the low $45 CAD that they charge. Then we visited at the barn and the dance hall on the day we left. We saw Lloyd again and he showed us around the barn and we were lucky enough to meet the owner of Brewster Stables though he does not tell you that right off. Lovely down to earth guy! He showed us the dance hall. Beautiful!! Would never guess it was 27 years old. Won't tell you his name you have to find that out for yourself. We will be back!!!! Thanks again Brewsters!!!! Would give you a 10 if I could. Oh, thanks for all the stories too.
Written March 4, 2022
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Amanda C
1 contribution
Is there any guidance of what we are allowed to wear/not wear for horse riding? Also, will we be able to take a bag with us on a ride? Many Thanks in advance
72shaneg
Airdrie24 contributions
Why is the public walking trail covered in horse droppings??
yhumberston
Sarasota, FL28 contributions
There are two companies that guide horses up the trails. There are some parts of the trail that walkers and horses share. Then there are trails that are strictly walking areas.
BYD2194
Edmond, OK8 contributions
I have not been able to find information regarding your trail ride online. Driving tours, yes but nothing on horseback rides other than reviews. Can you send me information regarding rides?
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