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National Park Tours in Canada: The 15 to Book

78 tours  ·  from $60

Park passes, shuttle rules and car-park closures decide more Canadian days than the weather does. These 15 take the driving and the logistics off you, priced and timed, with a note on which ones include the entry fee.

Jasper National Park: Maligne Lake Cruise With Guide - Boarding at Home Bay
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Jasper National Park: Maligne Lake Cruise With Guide

1.Jasper National Park: Maligne Lake Cruise With Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 896 reviews · 1 day · from $84Our pick

Travel 14 kilometers across Maligne Lake with an English-speaking guide and captain. You will hear stories about Indigenous peoples and early explorers, watch for wildlife, and stop at famous Spirit Island for photos and a short nature walk. Guides such as Sam, Mitchell, Nelson, and Grace are praised for making the scenic ride both informative and fun.

“One needs to know that the meeting place for this tour is about 45 minutes from Jasper. If you don’t have a car, then cab service is $125 each way. The boat tour was spectacular and the guide and captain were well informed. You could tell that they loved their jobs. It was not to be missed!”

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Explore Banff National Park with Our Premium Day Tour - Lake Louise, the day’s essential first view
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Explore Banff National Park with Our Premium Day Tour

2.Explore Banff National Park with Our Premium Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 777 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $90Top rated

Spend about 10 hours exploring Banff National Park in a van limited to 12 people. Guides such as Teddy and Angel lead the day with local stories, photo help, music, and winter crampons. Summer highlights include Moraine Lake and Lake Minnewanka. Winter adds Johnston Canyon and frozen mountain scenery.

“Angel is professional, attentive and very knowledgeable! He is kind and nice, especially good with the kids. Our kids loved to hang out with him during the tour. We had a wonderful time! Back at the hotel, my daughter said " Mom you have to give Angel five stars with a great review." Haha Thank you Angel! You are best!”

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Whistler Wilderness Run Snowmobile Tour - What the Wilderness Run actually feels like
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Whistler Wilderness Run Snowmobile Tour

3.Whistler Wilderness Run Snowmobile Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 724 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Ride into Whistler’s Coastal Mountain backcountry with a professional guide such as Kyle, Brock, Tom, or Nate. You’ll receive a snowmobile, helmet, goggles, gloves, safety training, and shuttle transport from Carleton Lodge. Expect forest trails, frozen lakes, mountain views, photo stops, and a moderate pace suited to confident beginners and intermediate riders.

“We absolutely nailed it! With special thanks to Brock our tour guide who made sure we were safe and comfortable throughout. It was beautiful snowing the whole way. We learned the basic skills and were confident enough to open the throttle on the way home. So much fun. Thankyou I rate 4 due to low snow fall. 5/5 for Brock 😀”

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Banff National Park Tour with Lake Louise and Moraine Lake - Lake Louise: beauty, history, and a short shoreline walk
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Banff National Park Tour with Lake Louise and Moraine Lake

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 692 reviews · 4 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $119

Travel from Banff to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake in a small group of up to 24 people. You’ll get about 30 minutes at each lake, hear local mountaineering stories, stop at the Moraine Lake viewpoint, and enjoy round-trip transport, water, and a maple cookie. Moraine Lake access depends on the season.

“Very comfortable shuttle and small tour. Love that it wasn't too many people and they took us exactly where we needed to go with no stress! The lakes were beautiful, and the tour guide was knowledgeable and helpful.”

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Jasper National Park: Evening or Morning Wildlife Watch Tour - Morning or evening: which departure should you choose?
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Jasper National Park: Evening or Morning Wildlife Watch Tour

5.Jasper National Park: Evening or Morning Wildlife Watch Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 691 reviews · 3 hours · from $63

Ride a comfortable minibus through Jasper National Park on a morning or evening wildlife search. Guides such as Sam, Ross, Catherine, and Kelli use seasonal animal movements to choose the route, sharing practical wildlife advice and local stories. Expect mountain views, large windows, occasional short walks, and no guarantee of sightings.

“Our guide Ross was great. He had a lot of knowledge and had a lot of tips for trails where you can see wildlife. We were lucky enough to see marmots, an osprey, elk and a mum grizzly with her two cups. Had a great trip, worth every dollar”

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Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip - Two Jack Lake and Lake Minnewanka
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Discover Banff National Park – Premium Day Trip

6.Discover Banff National Park – Premium Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 682 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $64

Spend 10 to 11 hours exploring Banff National Park with guides such as Dan, Dair, Gordon, or Murray. Ride in private transport from Calgary, Banff, Canmore, or Cochrane, stopping at Lake Louise, Banff Avenue, Lake Minnewanka, and, in summer, Moraine Lake. Park entry, bottled water, and winter ice cleats are included.

“An absolute incredible day. Murray was a fantastic guide, and the views were better than I ever could have imagined. This tour is the perfect mix of guided tour (Murray has a lot of great information to share) but solo time to explore on your own. I couldn't recommend it more, and can't wait to return.”

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2 Hour Wilderness Adventure Snowmobile Tour in Whistler - Learning to handle the snowmobile
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2 Hour Wilderness Adventure Snowmobile Tour in Whistler

7.2 Hour Wilderness Adventure Snowmobile Tour in Whistler

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 610 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $202

You’ll ride a guided snowmobile route through Whistler’s Brandywine and Callaghan valleys, with safety instruction, loaner winter gear, photo stops, and a warm drink with a snack at a backcountry cabin or dome. Guides such as Eden, Vince, Sam, and Josh are praised for patient instruction, making this a strong choice for first-time riders.

“We were so lucky to have fresh snow, a gorgeous day, and Eden as our guide. She was attentive and made the whole group feel welcome and cared for. We only needed helmets but they had a trailer full of gear like gloves etc if you didn’t come prepared. Had a great time”

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Banff National Park: 1-Hour Bow River Horseback Ride - Meeting your horse and learning the basics
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Banff National Park: 1-Hour Bow River Horseback Ride

8.Banff National Park: 1-Hour Bow River Horseback Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 518 reviews · 1 hour · from $78

Ride a calm horse beside the Bow River and past Cave and Basin, where Banff National Park began. Your English-speaking guide gives basic instruction and shares local stories while lead and tail guides keep the group together. The one-hour outing suits beginners, but bring long pants, sturdy closed-toed shoes, and insect repellent.

“Our guide was very helpful and gave us lots of information about Banff and the horses. It was a beautiful ride. My daughter and I really enjoyed ourselves.”

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Calgary/Canmore: Banff National Park & Lake Louise Day Trip - Pickups from Calgary, Canmore, and Banff
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Calgary/Canmore: Banff National Park & Lake Louise Day Trip

9.Calgary/Canmore: Banff National Park & Lake Louise Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 491 reviews · from $86

Spend 10 hours touring Banff National Park with local guides such as Angel, Marco, Teddy, Mario, and Luis. Visit Lake Louise and Moraine Lake in summer, or Johnston Canyon’s frozen falls from October to June. Enjoy two free hours in Banff, comfortable van transport, park admission, bottled water, and helpful photo stops.

“Great trip!! Louis was the best and very informative! Definitely recommend!”

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Jasper National Park Tour: Maligne Valley, Medicine Lake and Spirit Island - Maligne Lake and the choice of Spirit Island
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Jasper National Park Tour: Maligne Valley, Medicine Lake and Spirit Island

10.Jasper National Park Tour: Maligne Valley, Medicine Lake and Spirit Island

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 474 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $154

Travel from Jasper into Maligne Valley with a guide such as Yvonne, Jan, or Warren, stopping at Medicine Lake before reaching Maligne Lake. In season, a 90-minute cruise visits Spirit Island. If boats are not running, you can take the Mary Schaffer Loop walk instead. Expect wildlife, mountain views, and practical commentary in a small group of up to 24.

“Great excursion! The cruise to Spirit Island with Jacob and Carson was especially interesting and beautiful.”

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Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Banff National Park - Marble Canyon or Moraine Lake, depending on the month
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Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Banff National Park

11.Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Banff National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 408 reviews · 8 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $59Best value

Spend 8 to 11 hours visiting the Rockies’ best-known lakes, Marble Canyon or Moraine Lake, Natural Bridge, and Banff. Your local driver-guide handles the long roads and timing, with guides such as Jackson, Ivan, Mike, Ben, and Andrew praised for clear commentary and safe driving. Pickup and drop-off are available in Calgary, Canmore, or Banff.

“Absolutely amazing experience. Sammy was a wonderful tour guide. He was super knowledgeable, patient, and funny. Would highly recommend this tour to others, especially solo travelers. I would encourage bringing a portable charger, because you'll probably be taking a lot of pics and you'll be gone an entire day.”

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Banff National Park: 1-Hour Spray River Horseback Ride - Starting behind the Banff Springs Hotel
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Banff National Park: 1-Hour Spray River Horseback Ride

12.Banff National Park: 1-Hour Spray River Horseback Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 315 reviews · 1 hour · from $83

Ride a calm, well-trained horse through Banff’s wooded trails and across the Spray River. Your English-speaking guides provide basic instruction, lead and tail the group, and share local facts near Bow Falls and the Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course. The ride suits beginners aged 8 and older, with a 230-pound weight limit.

“Literally the best time of my life. Everyone working there was super nice and provided us with lots of information during the tour. The horses were super gentle and happy. I will be back.”

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Jasper National Park: 2-Hour Whitewater Rafting - From Jasper to the river put-in
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Jasper National Park: 2-Hour Whitewater Rafting

13.Jasper National Park: 2-Hour Whitewater Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 310 reviews · 2 hours · from $80

Take a two-hour rafting trip from Jasper down the Athabasca River, only 8 km from town. You will get wetsuits, boots, jackets, transport, and a safety briefing before tackling gentle grade 2 rapids. Guides such as Jordan, Emily, Connor, and Alice have helped beginners feel safe and involved, while the clear mountain views and optional river swim add extra fun.

“great experience, easy to do for a first timer, the river was so cold but refreshing”

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Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour - What the 90-minute trip feels like
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Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour

14.Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Join Hydra River Guides at the Banff Canoe Club for a 90-minute guided paddle on the Bow River. You’ll learn simple strokes, travel upstream in a 12-seat canoe, then relax on the return while watching for elk, bald eagles, ospreys, loons, geese, and muskrats. No canoeing experience is needed.

“Our family had an incredible time canoeing down the Bow River. The views were incredible, the water was beautiful, and our guide Darby was great. Highly recommend this excursion for anyone visiting the area!”

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Jasper: Jasper National Park Easy 2-Hour Rafting Trip - Launching into the Athabasca River
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Jasper: Jasper National Park Easy 2-Hour Rafting Trip

15.Jasper National Park Easy 2-Hour Rafting Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 291 reviews · 2 hours · from $65

Meet at the Two Brothers Totem Pole at Jasper Train Station, then ride to the Athabasca River for a relaxed float in a 25-foot oar-powered raft. Your guide rows, tells stories about Jasper, and may splash the boat through gentle Class 2 rapids. Guides such as Luke, Joel, Finn, and Mark are known for lively commentary and good local tips.

“We had a lovely tourguide who provided a lot of intormation during the family friendly rafting tour. Great athmosphere on the boat. Everyone from the team was very kind. Defintitly a recommandation while in Jasper!!”

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