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Guided Hikes in Banff

This category ranges from gentle nature walks and Johnston Canyon paths to glacier hikes, canyoning, snowshoeing and ice climbing. A title that says “hike” does not define the effort: elevation, surface, active walking time and transport differ sharply. Several glacier products start far north on the Icefields Parkway rather than in Banff town.

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Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket
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Banff: Banff Gondola Admission Ticket

· 4.7 (4,955)

Admire views of Banff National Park's turquoise lakes and steep peaks as the Banff Gondola takes you to the top of Sulphur Mountain. Explore the observation deck, hiking tra…

from €49 per person

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Emerald Lake, Moraine, Louise, Johnston Canyon & Banff Town

Emerald Lake, Moraine, Louise, Johnston Canyon & Banff Town

⏱ 11 hours · 4.8 (2,447)

Discover Banff, Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Natural Bridge, and Johnston Canyon on a bus or shuttle tour from Calgary, Banff, or Canmore.

from €51 per person

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Banff Lake Louise & Johnston Canyon/ Moraine Lake Half Day

Banff Lake Louise & Johnston Canyon/ Moraine Lake Half Day

⏱ 5.5 hours · 4.8 (2,133)

Join a half-day tour from Banff/ Canmore and explore Lake Louise & Johnston Canyon-- the crown jewels of Banff.\n\nWhen Johnston Canyon is closed, we'll go to Emerald Lake a…

from €42 per person

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Lakes Moraine, Louise, Emerald, Johnston Canyon & Yoho Tour

Lakes Moraine, Louise, Emerald, Johnston Canyon & Yoho Tour

⏱ 7.5 - 11 hours · 4.8 (1,400)

Embark on a full-day guided tour to Banff’s top highlights, including Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Johnston Canyon, departing from Calgary, Banff, or Canmore.

from €56 per person

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Lake Louise, Emerald, Moraine, Canyon hike, Bridge & Yoho tour

Lake Louise, Emerald, Moraine, Canyon hike, Bridge & Yoho tour

⏱ 11 hours · 4.8 (321)

Explore Banff Town, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, Moraine Lake, and Johnston Canyon—iconic turquoise lakes, waterfalls, mountain views, and charming alpine scenery in the Canadian…

from €38 per person

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Golden, BC: Golden Skybridge Bridge Pass Admission

Golden, BC: Golden Skybridge Bridge Pass Admission

· 4.6 (247)

Rediscover the power of nature by traversing two suspension bridges over an expansive canyon. Enjoy an unforgettable adventure just 1-hour from Lake Louise and 1.5-hours from Ba…

from €33 per person

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Lake Louise, Moraine, Emerald & Johnston Canyon VIP Tour

Lake Louise, Moraine, Emerald & Johnston Canyon VIP Tour

⏱ 10 hours · 4.7 (229)

Explore the Canadian Rockies with pickup in Calgary, Canmore, or Banff. See Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge, Johnston Canyon, and Banff Town.

from €38 per person

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Banff/Canmore: Sunrise at Moraine Lake w/ Lake Louise Option

Banff/Canmore: Sunrise at Moraine Lake w/ Lake Louise Option

⏱ 5 - 7.5 hours · 4.9 (175)

Enjoy sunrise at Moraine Lake with pickup from Banff, Canmore or Lake Louise. Choose Moraine-only or add Lake Louise (must be pre-booked). Go hiking, rent a canoe, or soak in am…

from €80 per person

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Banff National Park: Guided Signature Hikes with Lunch

Banff National Park: Guided Signature Hikes with Lunch

⏱ 7 hours · 4.8 (161)

Enjoy a small group guided hike along your choice of 4 iconic trails in the Canadian Rockies. Experience the raw beauty of turquoise lakes, soaring mountain peaks, waterfalls, a…

from €128 per person

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Columbia Icefield/Abraham Ice Bubbles Lake, Peyto, Bow Lake

Columbia Icefield/Abraham Ice Bubbles Lake, Peyto, Bow Lake

⏱ 9 hours · 4.9 (146)

Experience the top winter highlights of the Rockies. Visit Abraham Lake’s frozen bubbles, Peyto Lake, and the famous Lake Louise. Enjoy snowshoe adventure and icewalk for an unf…

from €80 per person

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Columbia Icefield: Guided Glacier Hike

Columbia Icefield: Guided Glacier Hike

⏱ 3 hours · 4.9 (116)

Explore the Athabasca Glacier, part of the Columbia Icefield, on foot and learn about the wonders of this mountain environment. Be led by an ACMG-certified guide to navigate saf…

from €90 per person

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Banff & Yoho: Lake Louise & Emerald Lake Full-Day Tour

Banff & Yoho: Lake Louise & Emerald Lake Full-Day Tour

⏱ 10 hours · 4.9 (105)

Embark on a full-day tour for the Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge, then go to the iconic Lake Louise & Moraine Lake(summer)or Johnston Canyon(winter); continue to Banff Town (op…

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Banff: Louise, Moraine / Emerald, Johnston, Banff Photo Tour

Banff: Louise, Moraine / Emerald, Johnston, Banff Photo Tour

⏱ 9 - 12 hours · 5.0 (102)

Explore Lake Louise, Moraine Lake (replaced by Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge in winter) , Johnston Canyon, and Banff, or enjoy 2 selected stops such as Lake Minnewanka, Cascad…

from €44 per person

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Banff: Morning Whitewater Rafting Tour in Horseshoe Canyon

Banff: Morning Whitewater Rafting Tour in Horseshoe Canyon

⏱ 4 hours · 4.8 (101)

Jump into a raft and ride foamy rapids through Horseshoe Canyon on the Bow River. Under an hour from Banff or Calgary, this adventure is perfect for thrill seekers, with an opti…

from €95 per person

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Banff: Beginner Canyoning Half-Day Tour with Rappel Lessons

Banff: Beginner Canyoning Half-Day Tour with Rappel Lessons

⏱ 5 hours · 4.8 (99)

Build confidence on short rappels in Heart Creek Canyon before a wet waterfall rappel, with a hiking bypass available. Take in beautiful mountain scenery on this half-day beginn…

from €125 per person

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Banff: 4-Hour E-Bike and Walking Tour in Johnston Canyon

Banff: 4-Hour E-Bike and Walking Tour in Johnston Canyon

⏱ 4 hours · 4.7 (90)

Discover everything the Banff National Park has to offer as you e-bike and around the countryside and hike in Johnston Canyon alongside an expert guide.

from €128 per person

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Banff, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake & Johnston Canyon + Photos

Banff, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake & Johnston Canyon + Photos

⏱ 11.5 hours · 4.9 (56)

Discover Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, Johnston Canyon, and other iconic Rocky Mountain destinations in one day. Enjoy breathtaking scenery, wildlife opportuni…

from €146 per person

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Banff: Gondola, Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon, Lake Minnewanka

Banff: Gondola, Hot Spring, Johnston Canyon, Lake Minnewanka

⏱ 7 - 10.5 hours · 4.8 (51)

Discover the natural beauty of Banff National Park on a bus tour from Calgary. Choose to ride the Banff gondola or unwind in the Upper Hot Springs. Hike Johnston Canyon and visi…

from €51 per person

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Banff: Bow River E-Bike Tour and Sundance Canyon Hike

Banff: Bow River E-Bike Tour and Sundance Canyon Hike

⏱ 3 hours · 5.0 (48)

Explore Banff away from crowds on a guided e-bike trip along the Bow River pathway. Enjoy a short but challenging guided hike through a secluded forest and along the rushing wat…

from €103 per person

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Small Grp: Emerald Lake (Optional Canoe) & Takakkaw Falls

Small Grp: Emerald Lake (Optional Canoe) & Takakkaw Falls

⏱ 10 hours · 4.7 (43)

Discover the beauty of Yoho National Park on a small group tour from Calgary. Visit Emerald Lake, Takakkaw Falls, and the Natural Bridge, with time for canoeing or hiking at Eme…

from €102 per person

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From Banff: Snowshoeing Tour in Kootenay National Park
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From Banff: Snowshoeing Tour in Kootenay National Park

⏱ 4 hours · 5.0 (43)

Hike through fresh, deep snow in the Canadian Rockies on this beginner-friendly snowshoeing tour. Wind along a snowy path through a forest of pine trees to the Paint Pots, a cul…

from €70 per person

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Banff/Jasper: Canadian Rockies Helicopter & Snowshoe Tour

Banff/Jasper: Canadian Rockies Helicopter & Snowshoe Tour

⏱ 80 minutes · 5.0 (30)

Explore the beauty of the Canadian Rockies in winter on this helicopter ride. Stop at a high alpine meadow, try out some snowshoeing, and savor a complimentary hot chocolate.

from €257 per person

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Banff National Park: Sunshine Meadows Snowshoeing Experience

Banff National Park: Sunshine Meadows Snowshoeing Experience

⏱ 4 hours · 5.0 (26)

Explore the winter backcountry of Canada on this guided snowshoeing experience at Sunshine Village Ski Resort in Banff National Park. Enjoy stunning panoramic views and warm up…

from €106 per person

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Calgary Banff : Radium Hot Springs & Marble Canyon Day Trip

Calgary Banff : Radium Hot Springs & Marble Canyon Day Trip

⏱ 11 hours · 5.0 (25)

Explore Marble Canyon and Radium Hot Springs on a day trip from Calgary. Enjoy a scenic drive through Banff and Kootenay National Parks, relax in the hot springs and explore maj…

from €82 per person

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From Calgary: Small-Group Moraine Lake & Lake Louise Tour

From Calgary: Small-Group Moraine Lake & Lake Louise Tour

⏱ 11 hours · 4.7 (23)

Explore Moraine Lake and Lake Louise on a small-group guided day trip, with two hours at each lake. Hike, sightsee, or rent a canoe if available, and use the included photo and…

from €95 per person

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From Calgary, Canmore & Banff: Full-Day Lake Louise Tour

From Calgary, Canmore & Banff: Full-Day Lake Louise Tour

⏱ 8 - 11 hours · 4.4 (17)

Make the most of one day in the Rockies on a guided sightseeing tour. Visit Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, Banff Town, and Moraine Lake when open, or Marble Canyon instead during it…

from €51 per person

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Banff: Beginner Ice Climbing Class on a Frozen Waterfall
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Banff: Beginner Ice Climbing Class on a Frozen Waterfall

⏱ 7 hours · 4.8 (15)

Join an introduction to ice climbing class for beginners in Banff and discover your new favorite winter sport. Receive a safety briefing and learn the basics before scaling a fr…

from €179 per person

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Banff & Kananaskis: Biologist-Led Bear Country Wildlife Hike

Banff & Kananaskis: Biologist-Led Bear Country Wildlife Hike

⏱ 9 hours · 4.9 (14)

Join a unique guided hike in the Canadian Rockies—explore local nature and wildlife, gain practical bear safety skills and learn to read the landscape from a biologist with exci…

from €126 per person

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From Banff: Guided Johnston Canyon Night Walk and Stargazing

From Banff: Guided Johnston Canyon Night Walk and Stargazing

⏱ 3 hours · 4.0 (12)

Under headlamps, crunch through Johnston Canyon, then step out into the dark where the Milky Way explodes overhead – one quiet, mind-blowing night that turns Banff’s winter into…

from €80 per person

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Kootenay National Park: Day Tour & Radium Hot Springs Stop

Kootenay National Park: Day Tour & Radium Hot Springs Stop

⏱ 10 hours · 4.8 (9)

Explore Marble Canyon, the Great Divide and Kootenay Valley views in Kootenay National Park, then choose to unwind at mineral-rich Radium Hot Springs on this guided Canadian Roc…

from €89 per person

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Banff: Guided Nature Walk with Bear Country Safety Tips

Banff: Guided Nature Walk with Bear Country Safety Tips

⏱ 2 hours · 4.6 (7)

Embark on a guided nature walk in Banff National Park and learn about bear country safety and wildlife encounters. Hear captivating stories about past wildlife encounters in the…

from €58 per person

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Canmore: 3-Hour Local Explorer Tour and Hike with a Guide

Canmore: 3-Hour Local Explorer Tour and Hike with a Guide

⏱ 3 hours · 4.9 (6)

A fun guided hiking tour in Canmore to discover hidden waterfalls and mountain lakes. Explore the breathtaking beauty of local mountain lakes and learn about the local ecosystem…

from €52 per person

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Banff Day Tour: Banff Gondola, Johnston Canyon and Lake Minnewanka

Banff Day Tour: Banff Gondola, Johnston Canyon and Lake Minnewanka

⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (6)

This comprehensive tour ensures you see all the must-visit destinations in Banff National Park, including Lake Minnewanka, Sulphur Mountain, and Johnston Canyon.

from €63 per person

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Lake Minnewanka: Bear Habitat Walk & Secluded Sunset Stop

Lake Minnewanka: Bear Habitat Walk & Secluded Sunset Stop

⏱ 11 hours · 3.1 (5)

Explore Lake Minnewanka on a guided nature walk in Banff National Park. Learn about grizzly bears, enjoy a scenic drive, and witness a hidden gem sunset glow in Canadian Rockies…

from €89 per person

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From Banff: Winter Wonderland; Lake Louise & Johnston Canyon

From Banff: Winter Wonderland; Lake Louise & Johnston Canyon

⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (4)

Experience ice-skating & snowshoeing on the famous Lake Louise, explore the frozen waterfalls of Johnston Canyon and more on this epic adventure through Banff National Park!

from €154 per person

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Banff: Winter Wilderness Walk with Wildlife Tracking - 2hrs

Banff: Winter Wilderness Walk with Wildlife Tracking - 2hrs

⏱ 2 hours · 5.0 (3)

Embark on a winter wilderness walk in the Rocky Mountains and uncover the secrets of winter wildlife. Learn to identify animal tracks and signs, and capture the breathtaking win…

from €51 per person

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Banff: Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon Day Trip

Banff: Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon Day Trip

⏱ 8 hours · 4.8 (3)

One unforgettable day. The crown jewels of the Canadian Rockies.

from €83 per person

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From Canmore/Banff: Moraine Lake & Lake Louise Hiking Tour

From Canmore/Banff: Moraine Lake & Lake Louise Hiking Tour

⏱ 9 hours · 5.0 (2)

Explore Lake Louise and Moraine Lake on a hiking tour from Canmore or Banff. Hike the Big Beehive Trail, enjoy free time to explore, and benefit from round-trip transportation.

from €74 per person

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Canmore: Half-Day Winter Ice Canyoneering for Beginners

Canmore: Half-Day Winter Ice Canyoneering for Beginners

⏱ 3.5 hours · 5.0 (2)

Hike, slide, scramble, and rappel through a world of snow and ice on a winter canyoneering adventure in Banff. Enjoy a family-friendly adventure suitable for kids as young as 9.

from €95 per person

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Canmore/Banff Snowshoeing Adventure Including Transportation

Canmore/Banff Snowshoeing Adventure Including Transportation

⏱ 2.5 - 3 hours · 5.0 (1)

Embark on a REAL snowshoeing adventure in the Rocky Mountains. Enjoy a scenic drive into our remote mountain location, strap on your snowshoes, and explore the alpine terrain on…

from €70 per person

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Banff: Johnston & Marble Canyon Half-Day Guided Hike

Banff: Johnston & Marble Canyon Half-Day Guided Hike

⏱ 5 hours 0

Explore Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park and Marble Canyon in Kootenay National Park on guided hikes. Choose between a summer or winter hike and see the landscape change w…

from €44 per person

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Banff/Canmore: Johnston Canyon Frozen Falls

Banff/Canmore: Johnston Canyon Frozen Falls

⏱ 5 hours 0

Hike through a snowy forest to Johnston Canyon’s awe-inspiring frozen waterfalls on a guided winter adventure in Banff National Park.

from €606 per group up to 6

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Banff Wildlife Detective: Tracks, Signs & Survival in Banff

Banff Wildlife Detective: Tracks, Signs & Survival in Banff

⏱ 2.5 hours 0

Discover wildlife tracking in Banff and learn to identify tracks and signs of Rocky Mountain wildlife. Discover how animals survive in the Canadian Rockies and explore predator-…

from €55 per person

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Banff Canmore: Wildlife Focused Guided Snowshoeing Adventure

Banff Canmore: Wildlife Focused Guided Snowshoeing Adventure

⏱ 4.5 hours 0

Embark on a novel snowshoeing tour with us, learn about the local fauna and ecosystems as well as bear/wildlife awareness and safety from a biologist with exciting wildlife stor…

from €86 per person

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From Banff: Marble Canyon and Radium Hot Springs Day Trip

From Banff: Marble Canyon and Radium Hot Springs Day Trip

⏱ 11 hours 0

Discover Marble Canyon and Radium Hot Springs on a day trip from Banff. Hike through Marble Canyon, relax in the hot springs, and explore the charming town of Banff.

from €132 per person

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Canmore: Guided Food Walking Tour

Canmore: Guided Food Walking Tour

⏱ 3 hours 0

Taste your way through Canmore on a guided walk with 5 chef-curated stops. Stroll through town, enjoy mountain views, and discover local flavors along the way.

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Good to know: Read the meeting point, distance, elevation and required equipment on the booking page. Conditions and wildlife closures can change routes at short notice. The feed does not provide one reliable age or mobility limit, so none is assumed here. For Johnston Canyon and alpine trails, season matters as much as distance.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is Lake Louise from Banff?

Parks Canada places Lake Louise 55 km west of Banff. Road time varies with traffic and parking controls; a guided tour or transit avoids searching for limited parking.

Can I drive to Moraine Lake?

No. Moraine Lake Road is closed to private vehicles year-round. Access is by Parks Canada shuttle, public transit or a licensed commercial operator, normally from June to mid-October.

Does Banff have beaches or a marina?

Banff has cold mountain lakes, not a sea coast or beach resort. Swimming is allowed in several lakes, but Parks Canada says there are no public boat docks; motorboats are limited to Lake Minnewanka under special rules.

Can a wildlife tour guarantee bears?

No. Bears, elk and bighorn sheep are wild. Guides can choose useful habitats and times, but sightings remain uncertain and seasonal closures may change the route.

Is Jasper a short day trip from Banff?

No. Tours combining Banff, the Icefields Parkway and Jasper commonly last eleven or twelve hours. The Columbia Icefield is already far north of Banff, and Jasper is farther.

Do I need a car in Banff?

Not for the town, transit-served lakes or tours with pickup. A car helps for flexible stops, but it does not provide access to Moraine Lake Road and parking at Lake Louise is limited.

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