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10 Best National Parks Tours In Banff

The best of the Canadian Rockies.

The 10 most popular national parks tours around Banff. Here's what to expect from each one, who runs it and what it costs.

10 Best National Parks Tours In Banff

Banff National Park Tour with Lake Louise and Moraine Lake

Banff National Park Tour with Lake Louise and Moraine Lake - Pickup and getting to the lakes without stress

1.Banff National Park Tour with Lake Louise and Moraine Lake

Most Popular★ 4.5

Half-day small-group tour from Banff to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake with easy pickup, expert local storytelling, and big views.

“Loved going to the lakes. They were beautiful. However the trip from the hotel to the destinations was disappointing. The driver/tour guy was pretty boring. He used “um” and “ah” like every 3 rd word which made it sound like droaning on and on. He spoke for long times on subjects that seemed to be…”

692 reviews4 hours 15 minutes (approx.)From $119.12by Discover Banff Tours

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Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour

Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour - Gear up with life jackets and a real safety briefing

4.Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour

★ 5.0

Paddle the Bow River in a 12-seat Big Canoe from Banff Canoe Club, spot wildlife with a guide, and finish with a light refreshment.

“We had the pleasure of having ABBEY as our guide and she was wonderful, kind and very caring. She very knowledgeable and she interacted with all of us. Great experience. The Lake was beautiful!”

303 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $69.84by Hydra River Guides

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Banff National Park Guided Hike with Lunch

Banff National Park Guided Hike with Lunch - Your Trail Choice: Four Iconic Hikes and What They Feel Like

6.Banff National Park Guided Hike with Lunch

★ 5.0

Guided Banff hike with lunch on iconic trails. Small group, certified guide, poles, and return transport for a full day in the Rockies.

“Snow closed the road to Moraine Lake so we hiked the Stanley Glacier Trail instead. Our guide Jodie was very enthusiastic about the history and geology of the area.”

200 reviews7 hours (approx.)From $153.71by Discover Banff Tours

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River Explorer | Big Canoe Tour in Banff National Park

River Explorer | Big Canoe Tour in Banff National Park - Guides make the difference: safety, wildlife, and stories you’ll remember

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