4 hour Moraine Lake Tour from Banff and Canmore
Overview
From the moment you step into our comfortable, spacious vehicle, your small-group adventure begins. No need to worry about the details—your personalized tour has been thoughtfully planned to offer you the best experience possible. Once everyone is picked up, we’ll travel along the Bow Valley Parkway, a scenic stretch of road that was once the original highway connecting Banff and Lake Louise. This beautiful route winds through forested landscapes and is a popular area for wildlife sightings (no guarantees), adding an extra layer of discovery to the journey. We’ll also make a short stop at Morant’s Curve, giving you time to stretch your legs, enjoy the iconic mountain views, and perhaps catch a glimpse of a passing train while enjoying a coffee or tea from the van. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating stories about the land’s wildlife, history, and ecology, offering a deeper connection to the breathtaking landscapes you’re about to explore.
What's Included
- This tour supports the Blue Green Planet Project. One tree is planted in Canada for every booking.
- Rain Protection: Don’t worry about the weather—ponchos are included in case of rain.
- Travel with no more than 13 guests for a more intimate and personalized experience.
- Stay refreshed with local coffee & tea, hot chocolate, and water refills (BYO water bottle).
- Explore the trails confidently with the support of our complimentary hiking poles.
- 4 hours to explore Moraine Lake at your own pace.
- Gain valuable insights and fascinating stories about the region from our local knowledgeable guide.
- Lunch We recommend bringing your own food, as options at the lakes can be limited, pricey, and often have long lineups.
- Canoe Rentals
Meeting and Pickup
The tour begins in Canmore, with additional pickups in Banff. To ensure a smooth and timely departure, please be ready 10 minutes before your designated pickup time at your chosen location.Canmore Guests: Your pickup marks the official start of the tour.Banff Guests: Your pickup is approximately 30 minutes after the tour starts in Canmore (to allow travel from Canmore).Pickup times vary by location—please refer to your specific pickup time for accurate details. Being ready early helps keep the tour on schedule for everyone!
What To Expect
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Bow Valley Parkway
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Moraine Lake
4 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Banff National Park (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Safety stands as our utmost priority, ensuring the well-being of our young ones is imperative. As per regulations, children under the age of 6 weighing 18 kg (40 lbs) or less must be secured in an appropriate child safety seat. If possible, kindly bring your child safety seat. In the event you cannot, we do have a limited supply. Please reach out to us in advance to secure one for you.
- You will receive your specific pickup time by email at least 2–3 days prior to your tour date. Please make sure to check for this email, as your pickup time will depend on your selected location.
- Our tours proceed rain, shine, or snow (yes, even in the summer!). However, in extreme weather conditions, we prioritize your safety and comfort—so we’ll either reschedule your tour or offer a refund.
- The mornings at Lake Louise is chilly! Dress in layers to stay warm and ready for unpredictable mountain weather.
- In order to participate all adults must sign a waiver prior to the tour. A waiver must also be completed by the parent or guardian of any child under the age of 18. Failure to complete the waiver will result in the cancellation of your tour.
- No-shows, missed departures, or unused services are non-refundable.
- We require at least 6 guests for the tour to proceed. If we don’t reach this minimum number, we will offer you options to reschedule or receive a full refund.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Banff customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This tour supports the Blue Green Planet Project. One tree is planted in Canada for every booking.
- Rain Protection: Don’t worry about the weather—ponchos are included in case of rain.
- Travel with no more than 13 guests for a more intimate and personalized experience.
- Stay refreshed with local coffee & tea, hot chocolate, and water refills (BYO water bottle).
- Explore the trails confidently with the support of our complimentary hiking poles.
- 4 hours to explore Moraine Lake at your own pace.
- Gain valuable insights and fascinating stories about the region from our local knowledgeable guide.
- Lunch. We recommend bringing your own food, as options at the lakes can be limited, pricey, and often have long lineups.
- Canoe Rentals.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 4 hour Moraine Lake Tour from Banff and Canmore is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 4 hour Moraine Lake Tour from Banff and Canmore will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Banff. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- This tour supports the Blue Green Planet Project. One tree is planted in Canada for every booking.
- Rain Protection: Don’t worry about the weather—ponchos are included in case of rain.
- Travel with no more than 13 guests for a more intimate and personalized experience.
- Stay refreshed with local coffee & tea, hot chocolate, and water refills (BYO water bottle).
- Explore the trails confidently with the support of our complimentary hiking poles.
- 4 hours to explore Moraine Lake at your own pace.
- Gain valuable insights and fascinating stories about the region from our local knowledgeable guide.
- LunchWe recommend bringing your own food, as options at the lakes can be limited, pricey, and often have long lineups.
- Canoe Rentals
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Safety stands as our utmost priority, ensuring the well-being of our young ones is imperative. As per regulations, children under the age of 6 weighing 18 kg (40 lbs) or less must be secured in an appropriate child safety seat. If possible, kindly bring your child safety seat. In the event you cannot, we do have a limited supply. Please reach out to us in advance to secure one for you.
- You will receive your specific pickup time by email at least 2–3 days prior to your tour date. Please make sure to check for this email, as your pickup time will depend on your selected location.
- Our tours proceed rain, shine, or snow (yes, even in the summer!). However, in extreme weather conditions, we prioritize your safety and comfort—so we’ll either reschedule your tour or offer a refund.
- The mornings at Lake Louise is chilly! Dress in layers to stay warm and ready for unpredictable mountain weather.
- In order to participate all adults must sign a waiver prior to the tour. A waiver must also be completed by the parent or guardian of any child under the age of 18. Failure to complete the waiver will result in the cancellation of your tour.
- No-shows, missed departures, or unused services are non-refundable.
- We require at least 6 guests for the tour to proceed. If we don’t reach this minimum number, we will offer you options to reschedule or receive a full refund.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
