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Banff Highlights & Wildlife | Award-Winning Small Group Adventure

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Overview

Explore with Banff's top-rated tour operator down backroads teeming with wildlife, plus our selection of Banff’s best viewpoints and secret spots.

Along the journey, you’ll be wowed by local tales and the fascinating history of Banff’s indigenous and European past as well as fun facts about our local wildlife, as we explore Banff’s backroads travelling through forests, mountain passes and wildlife corridors that bears, elk, moose, bighorn sheep, lynx, cougars, coyotes, foxes, deer and more call home.

Thanks to our small group and tour vehicle size, the access to areas of Banff that we have and our expert local guides insider knowledge, we see wildlife on 95% of our daily summer departures.

What's Included

  • Water refills (please BYO water bottle)
  • Hot drinks (hot chocolate, coffee, or tea) & sweet treat – winter only
  • A dusk tour, timed to skip the crowds and improve your odds of spotting wildlife
  • To inquire about adding the Banff Gondola, contact us before booking.
  • Guide gratuities (optional)
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Banff National Park (pass by)

Your expert local guide will tailor make the itinerary for each tour.Every day, we connect with other tour operators and Banff locals to gather information about recent wildlife sightings and consider seasonal weather conditions & big bus tour company schedules to ensure that you're getting the best, most authentic experience without the crowds!The destinations listed below are just some of the amazing stops you'll make on this tour.
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Mount Norquay Road

Ascend up Mount Norquay, the home of Banff's first ski resort and visit our favourite viewpoint showcasing the town of Banff and the big mountains that surround it.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Minnewanka

Keep your eyes peeled for bears, elk, bighorn sheep, deer, coyotes, foxes & other wildlife as we travel deep into Banff National Park to explore the deep blue glacially fed lakes of Lake Minnewanka & Two Jack Lake.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hoodoos Trail

Take a short walk to one of Banff National Parks red chair destinations with epic views of the Hoodoo's and the Canadian Rockies as they sprawl across the Bow Valley
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Surprise Corner

Gaze through the alpine forests up Tunnel Mountain through to a famous local hotel that resembles a castle in the sky!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bow Falls

Visit the incredible Bow Falls, home to the famous scene from the 1953 Marilyn Monroe film "River of No Return".
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Call 4034939556 for any questions.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Banff Highlights & Wildlife | Award-Winning Small Group Adventure?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.81 out of 5 stars based on 853 traveler reviews collected by Cool Banff and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Banff Highlights & Wildlife | Award-Winning Small Group Adventure?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Water refills (please BYO water bottle).
  • Hot drinks (hot chocolate, coffee, or tea) & sweet treat – winter only.
  • A dusk tour, timed to skip the crowds and improve your odds of spotting wildlife.
  • Upscale, modern & spacious transportation with large panoramic windows.
  • Small group guarantee (Max 12 guests).
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select Banff locations.
  • Expert local guides.
The following is NOT included:
  • To inquire about adding the Banff Gondola, contact us before booking.
  • Guide gratuities (optional).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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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 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 8..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Banff Highlights & Wildlife | Award-Winning Small Group Adventure is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Children 8 and under are unable to join our small group adventures
  • Call 4034939556 for any questions.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Banff Highlights & Wildlife | Award-Winning Small Group Adventure 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!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Water refills (please BYO water bottle)
  • Hot drinks (hot chocolate, coffee, or tea) & sweet treat – winter only
  • A dusk tour, timed to skip the crowds and improve your odds of spotting wildlife
  • Upscale, modern & spacious transportation with large panoramic windows
  • Small group guarantee (Max 12 guests)
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select Banff locations
  • Expert local guides
  • To inquire about adding the Banff Gondola, contact us before booking.
  • Guide gratuities (optional)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Children 8 and under are unable to join our small group adventures
  • Call 4034939556 for any questions.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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  • 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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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