Banff · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
11 reviewed
Out of 11 cruises & boat tours on the site, these 11 rise to the top. Prices, durations and the standout details are all here. Pick one, then get back to the fun part of planning.
Jasper National Park’s Maligne Lake guided cruise to Spirit Island: glacier views, wildlife chances, and expert stories. From $84.
“Extremely informative. Most gorgeous view of Hall of the Gods that you’ll only get if you do the tour or canoe for 2 days but the kids enjoyed and we learned a ton. Guide was super funny and very knowledgeable. Perfect conditions. We were lucky.”
Sail Lake Minnewanka for an hour in Banff. Spot wildlife, hear indigenous stories, and learn about the underwater town.
“Our captain and tour guide were both amazing. So friendly and entertaining. Learned a lot and views were amazing!”
A 6-hour Jasper National Park day with Maligne Valley stops, a Medicine Lake walk, and a Maligne Lake cruise to Spirit Island.
“We had a wonderful time. The boat ride was great & our tour guide, Jake, was the best. Saw elk, a moose, & some longhorn sheep. Would definitely recommend this tour.”
Heated glass-boat cruise from Maligne Lake to Spirit Island with narration, wildlife spotting, and big Rocky Mountain scenery in Jasper.
“Alex & Alex were awesome. Shared good stories about the island and answered any questions people had! Made it fun!”
A guided wildlife-and-waterfalls day in Jasper National Park, plus a 90-minute Maligne Lake cruise to Spirit Island.
“Alan was our guide. He was so well informed, and had a great sense of humor as well. The guide and boat captain of the Maligne cruise were terrific as well. The guide was Alec who was so friendly and also very articulate. Sadly I've forgotten the captain's name but he was amazing as well. We had a beautiful sunny day with no smoke which was a miracle as the day before had been canceled due to smoke.”
One-hour Lake Minnewanka cruise from Banff with guided Minnewanka Landing history, wildlife spotting, and a Devil’s Gap pause.
“The boat takes you out about 7 miles, turns around & comes back. It was cool to see the mountains from this perspective. Enjoyed hearing information about the area despite the loud crying of a toddler who screamed most of the trip:)”
Guided Maligne Valley wildlife stops and a Spirit Island boat cruise from Jasper, with expert stories and serious mountain views.
“The driver was great, he kept us on time and made stops when we saw wildlife. Great history about the area. Boat cruise was also great and the history behind it. Just wished we had a little more time to do short walks along the edge of the lake.”
Banff Gondola to Sulphur Mountain plus Tunnel Mountain Drive views and an optional Lake Minnewanka cruise, with hotel transport.
“Great day exploring the town of Banff, the lake and lunch was included (standard buffet with hot food options). Driver & host were lovely and provided a lot of good information about Banff and the surrounding areas”
Jasper sightseeing plus a guided Maligne Lake cruise to Spirit Island, with a Maligne Canyon walk, Medicine Lake viewpoints, wildlife chances, and lunch.
“Our two guides maintained a steady and delightful narrative of the region's history and what we were seeing. During stops and side events like lunch they could not have been more friendly. The Lake Maligne cruise is the experience of a lifetime.”
Banff sightseeing plus Banff Gondola and Lake Minnewanka cruise: big views, wildlife talk, and a walk to the Cosmic Ray Station.
“This is absolutely the best tour to discover Banff. Our host Cheyenne & driver Dustin were friendly and knowledgeable and so giving of their time. Too many jaw dropping moments to mention.”
Full-day Banff/Canmore lakes tour: Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, Minnewanka, Johnson & Two Jack, plus Banff Gondola 360 views.
“Beautiful day and amazing scenery. Daler was a fantastic driver and guide. The car needs improvements.”
