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Winter Tours in Banff

Winter inventory includes snowshoeing, ski days, frozen waterfalls, ice bubbles, sleigh rides, tubing and beginner ice climbing. These are not interchangeable: a sightseeing day can require little walking, while a canyon or ice-climbing product needs equipment and active participation. Some tours run from Canmore or farther away.

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Abraham Lake/ Sunwapta & Athabasca Falls, Peyto, Bow Lake

Abraham Lake/ Sunwapta & Athabasca Falls, Peyto, Bow Lake

⏱ 7.5 - 12 hours · 4.9 (543)

Day trip in the Icefields Parkway! This unforgettable day tour takes you to the powerful Athabasca Falls and Sunwapta Falls or Abraham Lake (winter weather permitting). The best…

from €37 per person

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Icefield Parkway: Bow Lake & Peyto Lake Day Tour

Icefield Parkway: Bow Lake & Peyto Lake Day Tour

⏱ 10.5 hours · 4.9 (326)

Take a guided day trip along Icefield Parkway to Bow Lake and Peyto Lake. See Athabasca Glacier, Athabasca Falls, and Sunwapta Falls in summer, or Abraham Lake's Ice Bubbles…

from €57 per person

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Banff: Family-Friendly Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride
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Banff: Family-Friendly Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride

⏱ 40 minutes · 4.3 (244)

Glide over the sparkling snow in Banff in a horse-drawn sleigh. Cozy up with family, friends, or a loved one as your friendly driver takes you on a scenic ride through snow-cove…

from €37 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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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…

from €44 per person

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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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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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Banff: Icefields Parkway & Abraham Lake Ice Bubbles Tour

Banff: Icefields Parkway & Abraham Lake Ice Bubbles Tour

⏱ 8 hours · 4.8 (25)

Embark on an unforgettable journey and witness Abraham Lake's mesmerizing ice bubbles, embark on a snowy trek to Peyto Lake's viewpoint, and uncover hidden wonders along…

from €167 per person

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Banff & Yoho: Four Lakes Year-Round Scenic Tour

Banff & Yoho: Four Lakes Year-Round Scenic Tour

⏱ 12 hours · 5.0 (22)

Discover Lake Louise, Peyto Lake, Bow Lake, and Emerald Lake year-round. Experience turquoise waters in summer or magical snow-covered landscapes in winter.

from €70 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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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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Lake Louise: Cross Country Skiing Lesson with Tour

Lake Louise: Cross Country Skiing Lesson with Tour

⏱ 5 hours · 4.9 (7)

Learn how to to cross-country ski at Lake Louise. You will enjoy beginner lessons over easy terrain, followed by a short ski tour.

from €128 per person

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Banff: Bow, Peyto, Waterfowl & Athabasca Glacier Day Trip

Banff: Bow, Peyto, Waterfowl & Athabasca Glacier Day Trip

⏱ 8 - 12 hours · 5.0 (5)

Discover the winter beauty of the Icefields Parkway with stops at Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, Waterfowl Lake, Athabasca Glacier and Dome Glacier on a scenic full-day Rockies adventure.

from €38 per person

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From Banff: Guided 3-Resort Ski Tour Featuring Lake Louise

From Banff: Guided 3-Resort Ski Tour Featuring Lake Louise

⏱ 7 hours · 1.9 (4)

Ski at Lake Louise, Sunshine Village, and Mt. Norquay on a guided tour from Banff. Enjoy breathtaking views, expert guidance, and a seamless day in the heart of the Canadian Roc…

from €76 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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Canmore/Banff: Bow, Peyto & Abraham Lake Ice Bubbles Tour

Canmore/Banff: Bow, Peyto & Abraham Lake Ice Bubbles Tour

⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (3)

Discover Bow and Peyto Lakes, plus Abraham Lake in winter or Sunwapta and Athabasca Falls in summer, in Banff and Jasper National Parks. Enjoy a stress-free journey with transpo…

from €37 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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Banff: Sunshine Village Ski Day Trip for All Skill Levels

Banff: Sunshine Village Ski Day Trip for All Skill Levels

⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (1)

Ski terrain for all skill levels at Sunshine Village on a day trip with round-trip transport. Take a separately ticketed horse-drawn sleigh ride across snowy meadows near Lake L…

from €92 per person

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Rocky Mountains Ski Safari: Lake Louise, Sunshine & Norquay

Rocky Mountains Ski Safari: Lake Louise, Sunshine & Norquay

⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (1)

Discover the best of Banff's ski resorts on a winter tour from Calgary, Canmore and Banff. Visit Lake Louise, Sunshine Village, and Mt. Norquay, and enjoy breathtaking views…

from €115 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: Winter Morning Wildlife Viewing Tour

Banff: Winter Morning Wildlife Viewing Tour

⏱ 3 hours 0

Join a winter wildlife viewing tour in Banff. Travel in a warm van with a professional guide, enjoy mountain scenery, and take short walks to viewpoints to watch wildlife.

from €86 per person

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Banff: Winter Evening Wildlife Viewing Tour

Banff: Winter Evening Wildlife Viewing Tour

⏱ 3 hours 0

Explore the Banff area on a winter evening wildlife viewing tour. Travel in a warm van with a professional guide and driver, visiting quieter viewing areas and scenic locations…

from €86 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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Banff: Mount Norquay Skiing or Tubing Tour Plus Hot Springs

Banff: Mount Norquay Skiing or Tubing Tour Plus Hot Springs

⏱ 7 hours 0

Spend a winter day skiing or tubing amid Rocky Mountain scenery at Mount Norquay. Stop for lunch in Banff Town, then soak at Banff Upper Hot Springs when open.

from €102 per person

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Banff Winter : Lake Louise, Gondola , Hot Spring & Bow Fall

Banff Winter : Lake Louise, Gondola , Hot Spring & Bow Fall

⏱ 10 hours 0

Discover the magic of the Canadian Rockies on a winter tour from Banff. Relax in the Banff Upper Hot Springs, ride the Banff Gondola, visit Lake Louise, and explore the seasonal…

from €76 per person

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Banff: Christmas & New Year Winter Tour with Hot Springs

Banff: Christmas & New Year Winter Tour with Hot Springs

⏱ 10 hours 0

Celebrate the holidays in Banff on a premium winter day tour. Explore snow-covered lakes, relax at the Upper Hot Springs, discover hidden gems, and look for wildlife with a loca…

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Good to know: Read the meeting point, clothing and equipment list before booking. Snow, ice, avalanche controls and road conditions can change a route. Lake Louise remains accessible, but Moraine Lake is not a winter sightseeing stop: its road is closed and the lake area is inaccessible because of avalanche hazard.

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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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