Did you know that Banff has one of the best national parks in the world? This city is home to some of the most amazing and exotic varieties of flora and fauna. Snow-capped mountains, glaciers and plenty of water features make it a perfect destination to click plenty of photographs and have a memorable time! But it is easy to get lost in the wilderness and hence it is helpful to have someone who knows how to make your way out. So let’s take a look at some exciting tours in Banff!
1. Columbia Icefield Tour including the Glacier Skywalk from Banff
The Columbia Icefield Tour offers the perfect way to enjoy for those who simply love to have fun in the snow! It includes the Glacier Skywalk from Banff and a host of other locations in the Rocky Mountain range. You will always have a knowledgeable guide along with you. The tour lasts for a whole day and buffet lunch is included. There is even a stop at a gift shop.
Columbia Icefield Tour including the Glacier Skywalk from Banff
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2. Mountain Lakes and Waterfalls Day Trip from Banff (from USD 145)
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This one is meant for those who are enchanted by the beauty of water. This tour takes you through the many mountain lakes and waterfalls that Banff is famous for. The beauty of these can be best captured during daytime, hence the tour runs a full day and is still quite cheap.
Mountain Lakes and Waterfalls Day Trip from Banff
Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes
3. Banff Gondola Ride Admission (from USD 42)
This is something that kids are definitely going to love! This tour admits you to a short gondola ride which gives you breathtaking views of the Banff National Park as you reach the top. Although the ride is just about 10 minutes, it is worth the price, because you will really feel thrilled at the end of the ride for having taken the journey.
Banff Gondola Ride Admission
Duration: 2 hours
4. Banff City Sightseeing Tour (from USD 126)
If you would prefer to spend time closer to the city instead of in the wilderness, you should go for the Banff City Sightseeing Tour. You can certainly customize the tour with add-ons, for which additional charges are applicable. Pick-up and drop off from and to your hotel is included, but you need to notify them in advance about this. It lasts just about half a day but covers many interesting locations.
Banff City Sightseeing Tour - Roundtrip from Banff
Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes
5. Kananaskis River Rafting Adventure (from USD 93)
The Kananaskis River Rafting Adventure is ideal for those who want to sail through the waters but find paddling boats in lakes to be too boring. It is not expensive at all, especially when you consider that snacks are included. You can also add the option of hotel pick-up and drop off for a nominal cost. All necessary equipment is included. The tour does not run throughout the year, so make sure to check the dates before booking.
Kananaskis River Rafting Adventure with Transport
Duration: 4 hours
6. Evening Wildlife Safari (from USD 44)
An Evening Wildlife Safari is ideal for those who want to get up close with animals and birds of the local ecosystem. It doesn’t cost a lot at all. You can certainly expect to catch a glimpse of deer and bears in their natural surroundings. There will be an expert guide all along the way with you, as well as a comfortable vehicle for the safari.
Evening Wildlife Safari
Duration: 2 hours
7. Athabasca Glacier Snow Trip from Banff (from USD 213)
If you want to get a glimpse of glaciers but find the Columbia Icefield Tour to be too expensive, this one is for you. The Athabasca Glacier Snow Trip also lasts for a full day. Pick-up is available from Banff and a mountain picnic lunch is included. You can choose from a variety of lunch options. But be sure to check the dates before booking as this tour is not available round the year.
Banff to Athabasca Glacier Full-Day Ice Explorer Tour
Duration: 11 hours
8. Discover Grizzly Bears from Banff (from USD 181)
Everyone loves teddy bears! So why not see bears live in action? This tour lets you discover grizzly bears at a safe distance using binoculars. It is a rather long tour, running for about 10 hours. Round-trip transportation is available from Banff and given the long chain of destinations in the itinerary, lunch as well as light refreshments are included.
Discover Grizzly Bears from Banff
Duration: 10 hours
9. Banff Horseback-Riding Adventure (from USD 53)
A horseback ride is always fun, especially for kids. The Banff Horseback-Riding Adventure is a short tour of the Banff National Park where you will get to see sulfur springs, the Bow River and a few other attractions. You can even select your own horse.
1 Hour Bow River Ride
Duration: 1 hour
10. Banff Via Ferrata Climbing Adventure (from USD 141)
If you are in for the thrill of rock climbing, you should definitely book the Banff Via Ferrata Climbing Adventure. The landscape of Banff offers plenty of avenues for climbing, and this tour will definitely get your adrenaline pumping. It may not be very suitable for senior citizens. However, if you can climb a ladder with ease, you can be sure of completing the tour without a scratch. You can choose from two different routes, accordingly the duration and price will vary. In each case, all necessary equipment is included.
Banff Via Ferrata Climbing Adventure
Nature is beckoning you to visit!
When you tour the landscape surrounding Banff, you will get to know a lot about the ice age and its effects on shaping the terrain here. Whether it is in the form of snow, rivers, or springs, water exists in all three forms here. Come discover the breathtaking beauty of Banff and see for yourself why it is considered as one of the best national parks in the world!
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