Hiking Tours in Banff: 15 Worth Every Dollar

1.Banff National Park Guided Hike with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 200 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $153Our pick

Spend about seven hours hiking one of four Banff area trails with a certified guide, poles, lunch, and return transport. Choose from Stanley Glacier, Larch Valley, Consolation Lakes, or Plain of Six Glaciers, though weather may change the route. Guides such as Tina, Spencer, Evie, and Sam are praised for calm pacing and strong local knowledge.

“Brook(e?) was a wonderful guide with a great sense of humor. Her passion for hiking and outdoor adventures exudes through the experience. I thought the pace and intensity was perfect, and even though our hike was cold and cloudy, the views were still incredible. No one on this hike was left behind--safety was the priority--and our group was surprisingly pleasant and friendly. I would definitely recommend this hike to others!”

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2.eBike and Hike Banff to Johnston Canyon small group guided program

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $155

Ride 26 km by e-bike from Banff past Vermilion Lakes and along the Bow Valley Parkway, then walk 3 km through Johnston Canyon to Lower Falls Bridge. Guides such as Megs, Michael, Luke, and Santiago add local context and adjust the pace for the group. The return may be by shuttle, depending on the day’s route plan.

“We had amazing warm weather so we really got lucky with the early start. “Meg’s” was our guide and she did a great job talking about each of the stops we made. What a terrific experience to be able to explore the area on e-bikes and see new places we would not have otherwise experienced. The hike to Johnston Canyon was also gorgeous.”

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3.Banff National Park: Guided Signature Hikes with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 123 reviews · 7 hours · from $145

Join a small guided group of up to 12 for one of four Banff area hikes, chosen by weekday. Guides such as Heidi, Lucy, Jeff, and Brooke lead routes to Moraine Lake, Larch Valley, Stanley Glacier, or the Plain of Six Glaciers. Expect a seven-hour day, picnic lunch, hiking poles, mountain views, and trail changes when weather or wildlife rules require them.

“My husband and I loved our hike. It was easy to book, well-organized, and a great value for what we got. Heidi was an excellent guide. She was very knowledgeable and very friendly. We felt safe with her as our guide. Also, the lunch we received as part of the package was excellent. Thank you for the adventure and we look forward to doing this again soon.”

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4.Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise– Hike, Canoe or Sightsee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $156

Spend 9 to 10 hours visiting Moraine Lake and Lake Louise from Banff, Canmore, or Harvie Heights. Your local guide drives a 14-passenger van, shares park stories, and helps you choose between extra time at either lake. Bring snacks, water, and hiking shoes. Canoe rentals cost extra.

“Very enjoyable. Operator/guide was very knowledgeable and pleasant. The lakes were beautiful. Definitely recommend.”

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5.Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise-Hike/Canoe/Sightsee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 9h 30m · from $152

Spend 9.5 hours visiting Moraine Lake and Lake Louise from Canmore, Harvie Heights, or Banff. Choose 1.5 hours at Moraine and 3.5 at Louise, or reverse the balance. Your English-speaking driver-guide, such as Corey, Yannick, Dave, or Mike, shares park facts and helps shape your hiking, canoeing, and sightseeing time.

“Our driver was excellent and had so much knowledge of the area.”

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6.Bow River E-Bike Tour and Sundance Canyon Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 36 reviews · 3 hours · from $114

Join a small group of up to seven for a guided e-bike ride from central Banff to Cave & Basin and the Sundance Canyon trailhead. You’ll cover about 12 kilometers by bike, then hike 2 kilometers through forest beside rushing water and rock walls. Guides such as Julia, Dylan, Santiago, and Luc have led recent tours.

“Julia was a fantastic tour guide. She was very knowledgeable about nature and all that it has to offer. The e-bike ride was fantastic and the trek up through Sundance Canyon was beautiful. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a lovely active morning.”

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7.Day Tour to Banff Gondola Johnston Canyon Hiking Cave Basin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 7 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $61

Travel from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff with a local guide to Sulphur Mountain, Bow Falls, Banff Avenue, Johnston Canyon, and Lake Minnewanka. Choose the Banff Gondola or Upper Hot Springs, with Cave and Basin replacing the springs from September 2 through December. Expect a busy, scenic day in a group of up to 24.

“Wonderful tour. Our guide was great and gave us history of the places we were going to. We had enough time at each place and didnt feel rushed.”

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8.Sundance Canyon eBike and Hike Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $121

Start downtown Banff with an e-bike lesson, then follow the Bow River pathway to Cave and Basin and Sundance Canyon. Your guide leads a two-hour canyon hike through pine forest, past cascading water, and up to Bow Valley views. Groups are capped at seven, with morning and afternoon departures.

“Owen was an outstanding guide. He was knowledgeable about the flora and fauna of the region. He gave clear instructions on the use of the e-bikes and assured our safety as we rode. The hike was breathtaking and challenging. We saw parts of Banff National Park that we would not have seen without Owen’s guidance. It was a wonderful experience.”

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9.Exclusive Skoki Backcountry Guided Hiking in Lake Louise with Van Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $154

Take a white van from Banff into the Lake Louise backcountry, then hike Skoki’s quiet trails with a professional guide. Expect forests, wildflowers, lakes, streams, wildlife habitat, and mountain views far from the road. Lunch, snacks, water, and selected hotel transfers are included. Guides may include Josh, Michael, Jennifer, or Adrienne.

“Fabulous experience. We had two excellent guides, Josh and Michael. They were both well-informed about flora, fauna, and the locale. Plus, there were very good natured people. It was nice to feel safe and cared for. I recommend this trip.”

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10.Louise & Moraine Lake Guided Hiking Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 25 reviews · from $100

From Banff, you’ll visit Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, then hike 6 kilometers through pine forest to Consolation Lakes beneath Quadra Glacier. A guide such as Megan, Michelle, or Kristi may lead the way, set a steady pace, explain the Rockies, and serve a boxed lunch beside the water.

“The tour sites and hike were terrific! It was an excellent introduction to beautiful areas.”

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11.Gondola Ticket and Johnston Canyon Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 21 reviews · from $122

Spend a full day in Banff National Park with a bilingual English and Chinese guide. Ride the Banff Gondola, walk Johnston Canyon, visit Bow Falls and the Banff Hoodoos, and see Fairmont Banff Springs from Surprise Corner. Guides such as Lisa and Simon are noted for patient, helpful service. Lunch is on your own.

“The tour was FANTASTIC. Many breathtaking views, Gandola, Canyon. Even heavy rain didn’t spoil the day. Thanks Lisa that helped the whole day and explained everything as many times as you need. It’s 100% worth”

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12.Sulphur Mountain Highline Trek in Banff

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $219

Take the Banff Gondola to Sulphur Mountain, then follow a certified ACMG guide along a small-group ridge route through forest, limestone slabs, and alpine scree. Guides such as Jacob and Jeff have led highly praised outings. The 6.5-hour hike suits fit visitors comfortable with loose, exposed terrain.

“I had a fantastic experience on this tour! The views leading up to the summit were absolutely breathtaking, and the entire journey was well-organized. Our guide, Jacob, was outstanding and truly made the experience very enjoyable. This is definitely a must-do when visiting Banff!”

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13.Moraine Lake & Larch Valley Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 10 reviews · from $137

Join Alpine Air Adventures for a seven-hour autumn hike from Banff or Lake Louise to Moraine Lake, Larch Valley, and Sentinel Pass. Your ACMG guide leads a small group of up to nine, sharing mountain, wildlife, and park history along the way. Laura, Jacob, and Greg have all guided this route, with pickup, transport, and Moraine Lake entry included.

“It was almost a perfect trip less the cold weather yesterday. Everything was on scheduled. The instruction and meeting place information were clear. We were lucky to have Laura as our guide. She is more than awesome, she is friendly and responsible guide. She adjusted the pace of hiking to accommodate our request for a slower hike. Other group who supposed to be coming with us, cancelled the trip so we felt like this is our private trip going with Laura. We also feel like Laura is our friend instead of our guide. I would definitely recommend the tour to anyone who could not get a shuttle ticket to Lake…”

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14.Sunshine Meadows Daily Guided Hike with Gondola

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 7 hours · from $116

Spend seven hours exploring Sunshine Meadows from Banff with a small group of up to 12 people, a professional guide, gondola access, and a packed lunch. Guides such as Sam, Kohei, Sara, and Meghan bring the alpine setting to life while you walk about 12 kilometers through wildflowers, forests, lakes, and streams.

“We enjoyed our guide Kohei and all the information he provided us. The mountain peaks surrounded us and the wildflowers/lakes were stunning.”

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15.Johnston Canyon, Marble Canyon Hiking and Banff Town day tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 7 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $51Best value

Join Banff Journey for a 7 to 10 hour small-group trip from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff to Johnston Canyon, Marble Canyon, and Banff town. Expect frozen waterfalls in winter, free time at each stop, mountain views, and a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Crampons and hiking poles are available on request.

“The winter landscapes of the Canadian Rockies were absolutely stunning, with snow-covered mountains, frozen lakes, and sparkling icefalls. We were traveling in a small, but comfortable van. I much preferred this to a larger bus. Our guide Tommy, was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the journey easy. I appreciated that, upon arriving to the location we were given a time frame and allowed to explore at our own pace. Johnston Canyon’s icewalk was especially impressive, with frozen waterfalls and icy trails creating a truly magical atmosphere. While we didn’t make it to Marble Canyon, which was originally part of the itinerary- I would have enjoyed extra time at Johnson Canyon to…”

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