Be prepared any kind of weather. Bring a jacket, rain gear, sun hat, sunscreen, and soft soled soles.
Please be at the meeting location on time. If you are not, the guide may not be able to wait for you and you will not be eligible for a refund.
- Optional Scenic gondola ride at Lake Louise ski area (additional cost - pending availability)
- Wildlife watching along the Bow Valley Parkway
- Stops at Lake Louise and Moraine Lake
- Walk to the top of the "Rockpile" at Moraine Lake
- Choice of lunch locations on the mountain at Lake Louise ski area - (additional cost - pending availability)
Discover the majestic mountain views and turquoise lakes of Lake Louise and Moraine Lake with an active discovery tour of Banff National Park. Enjoy short guided hikes showcasing the best of the Canadian Rockies, optional gondola ride to access breathtaking views and hot lunch.
This tour is focused on learning about the natural landscape of the Rockies. If you are keen to learn about mountain building, geography or about rockies’ wildlife and ecology, then join one of our professional naturalists on this close-up look at nature in the mountains!
This tour includes only short walks of less than 30 minutes and with minimal elevation gain.
An active tour featuring the top scenic highlights in the Rockies!
DETAILS
Includes
Professional hiking and interpretive guide, transportation from Banff, use of binoculars & hiking poles.
Gondola ticket, lunch available at additional cost
Trip Duration
7.5 hours
Departures
Available daily from June to October with hotel pickups in Banff beginning at 7:30 am
Cancellation Policy
Your credit card will be charged the full amount upon purchase. We accept VISA, Mastercard and AMEX. You may cancel your booking at any time up to 48 hours prior to the trip by phoning or emailing your request to us (info@whitemountainadventures.com). You will receive a full refund less a $5 non-refundable booking fee per cancelled person. Cancellations less than 48 hours prior will be charged the full amount.
ITINERARY
Suggested Timing:
- 7:30 am departure from Banff hotels
- Enjoy a scenic drive down the Bow Valley for the best opportunity to see wildlife while your professional guide provides stories of local history, culture, and wildlife
- Stretch your legs on short walks and take advantage of photo opportunities at iconic Moraine Lake and world famous Lake Louise as you learn about the significance of each location
- Arrive at the Lake Louise Summer Gondola, a protected Grizzly bear habitat, for a gondola or chairlift ride (additional cost applies). Watch for wildlife below as you ride to 2088m (6850ft) for incredible views of Lake Louise and the Bow Valley.
- Option to enjoy a hot lunch at one of four restaurants on Mt. Whitehorn (additional cost applies): Lodge of Ten Peaks Cafe, Kuma Yama Japanese restaurant, Whitehorn bistro in the alpine at 2042m and the new Bear's Den Smokehouse and Patio.
- Return to Banff for drop-off at your hotel by 3:00 PM