Banff · GUIDED
9 reviewed
Out of 9 guided tours on the site, these 9 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.”
A 2-hour small-group evening safari in Banff National Park, chasing elk and other wildlife at dusk with expert guide stories.
“This tour was great! Our tour guide was Lucy and she was spectacular!! She had incredible knowledge of the area and tied in each story/information to the area we were driving through. It was neat to learn so much we hadn’t known about Banff and its wildlife!”
Walk the Athabasca Glacier with IceWalks. Micro-spikes, certified guides, and up-close ice features in a 3-hour small-group tour.
“Mike was an awesome guide! The hike was a little more strenuous than I anticipated, but we stopped several times to learn about the glacier from Mike, which was helpful! The overall experience was unbelievable and unforgettable!! I totally recommend this!”
Via ferrata on Banff’s Mt Norquay. Choose Explorer (2.5 hr) or Ridgewalker (4 hr) with expert guides, a 30m suspension bridge.
“It was exhilarating and unexpected. The steepness, and then the feeling of achievement when you would conquer each section was amazing. We had no experience and yet the guide made it so simple, secure, and safe- he really built confidence into each and every one us in the group. His name was Albin- if you can request him, I would highly recommend it.”
A guided 2-hour Banff sunset-to-stars hike with headlamps, bear-spray safety, and constellation spotting. Northern lights possible.
“Jacob was very knowledgeable and friendly. Took time to answer any question asked.”
Small-group Banff hike with poles, pickup, and packed picnic lunch on Stanley Glacier, Larch Valley, Consolation Lakes, or Six Glaciers.
“Personable tour guide. Felt safety and comfort were addressed. Unfortunately did not find any of the fossils.”
Small-group eBike ride through Banff and the Bow Valley Parkway, then a guided hike to Johnston Canyon’s Lower Falls Bridge.
“The cycle ride was nice and easy in the e-bike and the hike in Johnston Canyon very picturesque, although quite busy. Luke was our guide and he was great.”
Small-group Banff via ferrata with chairlift access, full safety gear, a suspension bridge, and Banff National Park views in 2.5 hours.
“My husband booked this Via Ferrata and didn't tell me because I would have said no way. With my anxiety at 100 I decided to do it, but I could not have done it without our amazing instructor/coach Zack. His calm demeanor helped me remain calm and focused. He provided clear instructions at each step. He coached our entire group to the top safely. I appreciated that he did not rush us and in fact made sure our experience was one to remember! For anyone who says they would never do this, I say step out of your comfort zone and try it! It's an amazing feeling when finished!”
Guided Banff hikes with lunch. Small groups, scenic routes like Stanley Glacier and Moraine Lake, plus a gourmet picnic in the Rockies.
“It was a great hike and we saw even more sites than expected. We did move along pretty quickly through slightly difficult terrain, so not the best hike for small children or anyone with difficulty walking on uneven and rocky terrain. Chloe was a great guide and was knowledgeable about the hike, but also about the area in general. She gave us other ideas of what to do during our vacation and places to see.”
Guided hike onto the Athabasca Glacier with ACMG-certified safety, micro-spikes, and crevasse views at Alberta’s Columbia Icefield.
“We had an amazing time! Our guide, Stu, was very knowledgeable and made the experience very fun and educational. My friends and I all considered this an experience of a lifetime!!”
