Top 20 Experiences in Banff
Lake Louise and the Icefields Parkway - Full-Day Tour
Enjoy a full day tour with a local family run company! Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway contains some of the best scenery that Canada has to offer. With stunning views of snow-capped peaks, crystal clear mountain lakes, glaciers, waterfalls and abundant wildlife this 8-hour tours take's you to the world-renowned Lake Louise, Morraine Lake and Bow Lake. Also included are stops at Two Jack Lake and Lake Minnewanka. Beyond Banff provides small and personalized tours for up to 22 guests. This tour covers a good portion of the Banff National Park and its beautiful lakes within a single Tour. Private tours available on request. Please note that the road to Moraine Lake is closed and will reopen late May. Winter in the Canadian Rockies can make travel difficult at times and access to some destinations in Banff may not be guaranteed. The tour itinerary may be changed due to conditions.
Banff Gondola Ride Admission
Enjoy stunning panoramas of six different mountain ranges on the state-of-the-art Banff Gondola. Soar to the top of Sulphur Mountain for a bird's-eye view of town and vistas of Canada's first national park. Walk along the ridge line at your leisure during your allotted time at the top, take plenty of photos, or visit a national historic site while appreciating the alpine scenery all around.
Lake Louise & Banff Tour from Calgary / Banff / Canmore
Explore the magnificent scenes of Banff National Park with your small group tour. On this full-day tour, enjoy being picked up from Calgary, Banff or Canmore. • Discover the spectacular Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. This iconic stop will offer the opportunity to explore the historic hotel and take some pictures of bright blue waters of Lake Louise. • Do ice walk on the gorgeous Johnston Canyon. We will provide special ice crampons. Once in a lifetime experience! • Comprehensive: See everything that you must in Banff National Park in one day. Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Johnston Canyon, Banff town. • Small group guarantee! A personalized experience. Feel like a family. • Our guides will help you to take amaizing pictures. • Hustle-free. Leave the driving and parking part to us and just immerse yourself with the amaizing nature.
Banff Highlights & Wildlife | Small Group Adventure
Escape the crowds and explore with Banff's top-rated tour operator down backroads teeming with wildlife, plus our selection of Banff’s best viewpoints and secret spots yet to make it into the guidebooks. Along the journey, you’ll be wowed by local tales and the fascinating history of Banff’s indigenous and European past as well as fun facts about our local wildlife, as we explore Banff’s backroads travelling through forests, mountain passes and wildlife corridors that bears, elk, moose, bighorn sheep, lynx, cougars, coyotes, foxes, deer and more call home. Thanks to our small group and tour vehicle size, the exclusive access to areas of Banff that we have and our expert local guides insider knowledge, we see wildlife on 95% of our daily summer departures.
Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk
Visit the Athabasca Glacier on a massive ice explorer on this 3-hour excursion. Walk along the frozen sheet of ice and fill your water bottle with pure snowmelt, then venture out along the glass bottomed Glacier Skywalk for incredible views along the cliff's edge. See two amazing attractions outside of Banff in one fun-filled adventure.
Moraine Lake, Lake Louise & Banff Secrets | Small Group Adventure
Explore the best of Banff National Park with the Canadian Rockies top-rated tour operator. This active, small-group guided tour is our best hits album, featuring the top destinations that should be on everyone's Banff bucket list, plus a tailor made selection of other stunning stops & memorable experiences that are both on and off the radar of most visitors. - Escape the big bus crowds and explore Banff National Park’s most popular locations, plus a few of our local secret spots - Guaranteed & expedited lakeshore access to the famous glacier fed lakes, Lake Louise & Moraine Lake (now closed to public vehicle access, meaning a tour is the best way to guarantee your visit) - Expert local guiding and a tailor made itinerary designed for you so you can maximize your experience on the day - A tailor made finish to the day, factoring in recent wildlife sightings and local insights to include a surprise stop or two (or three) that will leave you stoked you chose to explore with us!
Hop-On and Hop-Off Banff Bus
Explore Banff National Park easily and at your own pace with the knowledge of a guaranteed seat on the buses. Banff's only 'Choose Your Own Adventure' tour! Get everywhere you want to go easily and without the hassle of parking or traffic. Do everything you want to do on your own time. With HopOnBanff you are connecting the top attractions in Banff National Park with one ticket. Hop-on and hop-off at each of the following destinations: Banff Townsite, Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise Gondola, Moraine Lake, and Lake Louise.Trust the onboard hosts to answer your questions, share their expertise of the area, assist with reservations, and book additional activities for you. Each bus travels along the scenic Bow Valley Parkway and seats up to 48 passengers. HopOnBanff is simply changing the way you can see the Park.
1 Day Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake& Yoho National Park
Discover the amazing landscape of Yoho National Park Immerse into the World's most beautiful and picturesque lakes in the Rockies - Lake Louise, Moraine Lake The beautiful blue-green color of Emerald Lake is created by sunlight reflecting off a white layer of “marl” on the lakebed -Emerald Lake Itinerary Calgary / Banff-Lake Louise - Moraine Lake - Lunch Stop at Lake Louise Village [Lunch at Grill & Bar] (Additional Fees) - Yoho National Park-Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge
Moraine Lake Sunrise and Lake Louise Earlybird Small Group Adventure
Radventures presents: The Earlybird Explorer. Join Banff's top-rated tour operator on this exclusive experience visiting Moraine Lake for sunrise & Lake Louise before the crowds arrive. On this tour, you'll have guaranteed & expedited access to Moraine Lake, where your expert local guide will show you to the best locations to watch the sunrise hit the glaciers above The Valley of the Ten Peaks and the stunning turquoise Moraine Lake. Sip on a complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, or tea as you eagerly await the sunrise, and utilize your expert local guides' photography skills & knowledge to set yourself up for an amazing sunrise photoshoot. Explore the trails of Moraine Lake before all the big buses arrive before heading into Lake Louise Village for a delicious hot breakfast & barista-made drink (optional). After breakfast, visit beautiful Lake Louise before all the big buses arrive, taking in the sunrise colours and the neon blue waters from a canoe (optional) or the trails.
Banff Sunset & Stars - 2hr Walking Tour
Take an evening stargazing tour in Banff National Park! Watch a mountain transform into a night wonderland and feel the awe of seeing the first stars appear. Don't forget your camera and tripod. Experience the Rocky Mountains at night on this fun and unique tour! Headlamps Included! Explore Banff National Park like never before! Explore the night safely with one of our professional guides. The tour depature time changes seasonally you will be contact 8-24hrs prior via Viator Message if there is a change in depature time. We depart around sunset seasonally. Please arrive 10mins before departure. Outdoor footwear is required. Trails are used by horse and human. Rated Easy: Walking Distance 5km / 3.5mi This tour departs if partially cloudy. Refunds offered up to departure time for any extreme weather events Cold/Rain/Snow. Max group size per tour is 16 passengers. Max booking size per tour on TA is 6. Large Groups (over 6) can contact us directly for group pricing.
Banff Tour with Gondola & Lake Cruise - roundtrip from Banff
Discover the Canadian Rockies' favorite resort town and its beautiful environment on a 4-hour guided tour of Banff. You'll visit the intriguing hoodoos earth pillars shaped by centuries of wind, then spot where Banff's history began. Ride up Sulphur Mountain on the Banff Gondola, and enhance your experience with a Lake Minnewanka cruise. Hotel pickup is included. Please note that until Lake Minnewanka opens in mid May, this tour will not include the lake cruise.
Banff National Park Tour with Lake Louise and Moraine Lake
Come and discover beautiful Lake Louise and the world renowned Moraine Lake at their very best! Listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites, there will be plenty of photo opportunities on this half day, small-group tour. Learn about the mountaineering history and how a tragic accident shaped Canadian mountain culture.
Lake Louise Moraine Lake JohnstonCanyon fromCalgary/Canmore/Banff
Experience a full-day group tour of Banff's most iconic lakes, including Lake Louise and Moraine Lake (replaced by Lake Minnewanka from Oct 15 - May 31). Embark on the best hiking trail at Johnston Canyon. Finish your adventure with a visit to one of our expertly selected spots, and immerse yourself in the charm of Banff Avenue. This tour provides pick up point at Calgary/Canmore/Banff, and the tour time is around 8 hours, you will complete the tour and choose drop off point at Banff/Canmore/Calgary
Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk from Banff
Admire lakes and glaciers on a full day tour from Banff to the Columbia Icefield. Ride the Ice Explorer and settle in as a local guide provides fascinating commentary of the starkly beautiful Alberta Rockies region. The road to the Columbia Icefields, one of the largest masses of ice south of the Arctic Circle, is universally regarded as one of the world's greatest mountain drives.
eBike and Hike Banff to Johnston Canyon small group guided program
Experience two of Banff's best attractions in one guided tour, cycling the world famous Bow Valley Parkway by e-Bike to access Banff's most popular dayhike Johnston Canyon.
Banff, Lake Louise & Moraine Lake Tour from Calgary, Canmore
Embark on a small group tour and immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Banff National Park. This full-day adventure begins with convenient pick-up from Calgary, Banff, or Canmore. Experience the magnificence of Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, where you can capture the vibrant blue hues of these two lakes. Take part in a remarkable ice walk through the stunning Johnston Canyon, equipped with special ice crampons for an unforgettable experience. This comprehensive tour ensures you see all the must-visit destinations in Banff National Park, including Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Johnston Canyon, and Banff town. With a small group guarantee, you'll enjoy a premier personalized experience. Our knowledgeable guides will assist you in capturing amazing photos as you soak in the astonishing nature.
Covered Wagon Ride in Banff with Western Cookout
Travel back in time on this scenic ride by covered wagon to a hearty western-style cookout meal, enjoying panoramic views of the Bow River and Sulphur Mountain along the way. This family-friendly activity also includes fun post-BBQ activities like roping and horseshoes, plus your choice of morning or evening departure. Highlights: • Western cookout experience in Banff • Take a relaxing covered-wagon ride along the Bow River • Enjoy views of the spectacular Canadian Rockies landscape • Dine on a hearty BBQ cookout • Your choice of a morning or evening tour • Perfect activity for the whole family Please note, Our establishment is located in a remote backcountry area. Due to our unique location, our kitchen operates with limited resources. We are unable to accommodate requests beyond our set menus (steak dinner or vegetarian dinner).
Banff Area & Johnston Canyon 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff
Small Group (Max. 24) available ****No Hidden Fee**** From the quaint mountainside town of Banff, to the snow-dusted peaks, misty falls, and dramatic canyons around Banff as you explore this rugged slice of Alberta with an experienced guide. Starting your day with rolling by the steep slopes of Sulphur Mountain for the chance to take a gondola ride to the summit's sweeping viewpoints. (Banff Sulphur Gondola is optional) Enjoy some leisure time in downtown Banff and Snap photos of Johnston Canyon's limestone-carving creek. Fill your camera with misty shots of the tumbling rapids at Bow Falls, capture panoramic images of downtown Banff framed against a backdrop of craggy peaks from the Surprise Corner lookout, and keep your eyes peeled for the monolithic silhouette of glacier-carved Hoodoos.
Lake Louise & Yoho (Moraine Lake June - Oct) from Calgary/Banff
Small Group (Max. 24) available ***Deluxe Lunch at Chateau Lake Louise available to purchase*** ***No Hidden Fee*** Skirt the slopes of the Continental Divide as you explore Yoho National Park and beyond with an experienced local guide all year around. Spend time meandering along the shores of Moraine Lake's opalescent waters and examine the natural span of a river-carved bridge created over thousands of years. Find out how railway engineers overcame the Continental Divide's steep terrain with a visit to the serpentine Spiral Tunnels. From a central meeting location in Calgary, heading toward the evergreen forest and granite peaks of Yoho National Park, and make a stop at Lake Louise to snap photos of its turquoise waters. In the winter, snow capped mountains surround the famous lake with Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise providing a classy backdrop. *Moraine Lake is closed before June and after early-October. Will be replaced by other sightseeing points.
Banff Food Tour: Eat the Castle
The perfect apres-ski or hike activity or great fun for the non-active visitor to Banff. With four luxurious food and beverage pairings and exclusive access to chefs and venues with our storytelling guides you'll see why this tour was designated a Canadian Signature Experience by Tourism Canada.