Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise– Hike, Canoe or Sightsee
Overview
Want to hike Lake Agnes Teahouse and still see Moraine Lake the same day? Or rent a canoe at Moraine and still see Lake Louise?
With our extended tour, you can choose your preferred schedule!
We have 3 options available:
Just confirm with your guide on the morning of the tour!
* Option 1: - 1.5 hrs at Moraine Lake + 3.5 hrs at Lake Louise
* Option 2: - 3 hrs at Moraine Lake + 2 hrs at Lake Louise
* Option 3: - 5 hrs at Moraine Lake only
We arrive when the lakes are at their most turquoise.
Perfect 8 AM start.
Travel through a wildlife corridor for a chance to spot bears, wolves, cougars, elk, and deer.
No lineups, no hassle. Expedited access to both lakes.
Expert local guides.
Umbrellas provided.
Moraine Lake access fee included!
Comfortable 14-passenger van with panoramic windows, high roof, and air conditioning.
Small group. Maximum 14 guests.
Pickups in Canmore, Harvie Heights, and Banff, a short walk from most accommodations.
What's Included
- Comfortable transportation with a 14-passenger van
- Moraine Lake access fee
- Water- bring your own bottle
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick-ups and drop-offs at many pick-up locations in Canmore, Harvie Heights and Banff
- Local, knowledgeable driver/guide
- Canoe rental fee
- Guide's gratuities-always very appreciated but not mandatory
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Safe & secure • Easy breezy • Hassle-free
Vermilion Lakes (pass by)
Moraine Lake
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Lake Louise
3 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bow Valley Parkway (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
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please contact us in advance for infant/child safety seats to confirm availability. No infant/child will be allowed to sit on the parent's lap. If the guide arrives and there is a child who requires a child safety seat, but you have not requested and confirmed one with us in advance — and do not have your own — unfortunately, you will be denied boarding, and no refund will be issued.
- We have limited extra space in some of our vehicles for strollers and inflatable SUPs. If you plan to bring these items, please ensure that the stroller is foldable and the SUP is inflatable. It is essential that you contact us in advance to confirm availability of space for your equipment. If you arrive with a stroller or SUP without prior notice and confirmation, we may not be able to accommodate it. Should this prevent you from boarding the tour, unfortunately, no refund will be provided.
- Each traveller is required to sign an electronic waiver at the latest 24 hours before the trip. Please sign using your full name; initials or first names alone will not be accepted as signatures. Please do not list any other adult (over 18 years old) under your waiver. You will find the link to the waiver in your confirmation.
- Please note that canoe rental is not included and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. The rental docks are managed by the hotels at the lakes, and the cost is approximately $160 per hour per canoe. At Lake Louise, canoes can typically accommodate up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 small children, depending on weight distribution. At Moraine Lake, canoes can typically fit 2 to 3 people, depending on weight distribution.
- Pick-Up Information For MORAINE LAKE AND LAKE LOUISE EXTENDED TOURS ➔ PICK-UPS IN CANMORE or HARVIE HEIGHTS: Pick-up is between 8:00–8:15 AM ✺✺ PICK-UPS IN BANFF Pick-up is between 8:30–8:45 AM. Please be ready 10 minutes before your pick-up window begins. Due to multiple stops, your driver may arrive slightly earlier or later. Look for a white Ford Transit van with CANMORE TRAVEL logo on it.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (6)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise– Hike, Canoe or Sightsee?
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Activity code: C-417125P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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.
- Comfortable transportation with a 14-passenger van.
- Moraine Lake access fee.
- water- bring your own bottle.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- pick-ups and drop-offs at many pick-up locations in Canmore, Harvie Heights and Banff.
- local, knowledgeable driver/guide.
- canoe rental fee.
- guide's gratuities-always very appreciated but not mandatory.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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.
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 2025Accessibility information for the Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise– Hike, Canoe or Sightsee 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 Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise– Hike, Canoe or Sightsee 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
- Comfortable transportation with a 14-passenger van
- Moraine Lake access fee
- Water- bring your own bottle
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick-ups and drop-offs at many pick-up locations in Canmore, Harvie Heights and Banff
- Local, knowledgeable driver/guide
- Canoe rental fee
- Guide's gratuities-always very appreciated but not mandatory
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
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please contact us in advance for infant/child safety seats to confirm availability. No infant/child will be allowed to sit on the parent's lap. If the guide arrives and there is a child who requires a child safety seat, but you have not requested and confirmed one with us in advance — and do not have your own — unfortunately, you will be denied boarding, and no refund will be issued.
- We have limited extra space in some of our vehicles for strollers and inflatable SUPs. If you plan to bring these items, please ensure that the stroller is foldable and the SUP is inflatable. It is essential that you contact us in advance to confirm availability of space for your equipment. If you arrive with a stroller or SUP without prior notice and confirmation, we may not be able to accommodate it. Should this prevent you from boarding the tour, unfortunately, no refund will be provided.
- Each traveller is required to sign an electronic waiver at the latest 24 hours before the trip. Please sign using your full name; initials or first names alone will not be accepted as signatures. Please do not list any other adult (over 18 years old) under your waiver. You will find the link to the waiver in your confirmation.
- Please note that canoe rental is not included and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. The rental docks are managed by the hotels at the lakes, and the cost is approximately $160 per hour per canoe. At Lake Louise, canoes can typically accommodate up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 small children, depending on weight distribution. At Moraine Lake, canoes can typically fit 2 to 3 people, depending on weight distribution.
- Pick-Up Information For MORAINE LAKE AND LAKE LOUISE EXTENDED TOURS ➔ PICK-UPS IN CANMORE or HARVIE HEIGHTS: Pick-up is between 8:00–8:15 AM ✺✺ PICK-UPS IN BANFF Pick-up is between 8:30–8:45 AM. Please be ready 10 minutes before your pick-up window begins. Due to multiple stops, your driver may arrive slightly earlier or later. Look for a white Ford Transit van with CANMORE TRAVEL logo on it.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
