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Overview
Explore with Banff's top-rated tour operator down backroads teeming with wildlife, plus the selection of Banff’s best viewpoints and secret spots. 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 the 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 the small group and tour vehicle size, the access to areas of Banff that we have and the expert local guides insider knowledge, we see wildlife on 95% of the daily summer departures.
Meeting and Pickup
Pick-up times by date: Oct 13–Apr 30: 1:15 PM May 1–Jun 30: 4:45 PM Jul 1–Jul 31: 5:45 PM Aug 1–Aug 31: 4:45 PM Sep 1–Sep 30: 3:45 PM Oct 1–Oct 12: 3:15 PM Please meet at the Bus loading Zone outside Fairmont Shops. Pick-up varies by date/hotel. Tour start time is NOT pick-up time.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. Your expert local guide will tailor make the itinerary for each tour. Every day, we connect with other tour operators and Banff locals to gather information about recent wildlife sightings and consider seasonal weather conditions & big bus tour company schedules to ensure that you're getting the best, most authentic experience without the crowds! The destinations listed below are just some of the amazing stops you'll make on this tour.
2. Ascend up Mount Norquay, the home of Banff's first ski resort and visit our favourite viewpoint showcasing the town of Banff and the big mountains that surround it.
3. Keep your eyes peeled for bears, elk, bighorn sheep, deer, coyotes, foxes & other wildlife as we travel deep into Banff National Park to explore the deep blue glacially fed lakes of Lake Minnewanka & Two Jack Lake.
4. Take a short walk to one of Banff National Parks red chair destinations with epic views of the Hoodoo's and the Canadian Rockies as they sprawl across the Bow Valley
5. Gaze through the alpine forests up Tunnel Mountain through to a famous local hotel that resembles a castle in the sky!
6. Visit the incredible Bow Falls, home to the famous scene from the 1953 Marilyn Monroe film "River of No Return".
7. Ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain for sweeping 360° alpine views.
Inclusion
Water refills (please BYO water bottle)
Dusk/sunset tour time to escape the crowds and maximize chances of seeing wildlife!
Hotel pick-up in Banff
Pick up and drop off at the Banff Train Station
Banff Gondola Admission & Expert local guides
Upscale, modern & spacious transportation with large panoramic windows
Small group guarantee (Max 12 guests)
Complimentary hot chocolate, tea or coffee at a stunning viewpoint (winter only)
Exclusion
Guide gratuities (not mandatory but greatly appreciated)
Park Pass
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children 5 and under are unable to join our small group adventures
Reviews
4.8
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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