Visit two of the most iconic destinations in Banff National Park: Moraine Lake and Lake Louise. These lakes are surrounded by towering peaks, glacier-fed water, and postcard-perfect views, and some of the most impressive natural scenery in the Canadian Rockies. Whether you want to walk the shoreline, paddle across the lake, or simply take in the view, this tour gives you the freedom to experience each location your way.
Shared
From $175*
Private
$1890* / group
Size
13 per shared, 14 per private
Ages
Recommended for 6+
Departs
Jun 1st - Oct 11th
Start Times
Daily at 8:30am + see calendar for later times
Admire Moraine Lake’s vivid turquoise water framed by the Ten Peaks and Mount Temple, or take the short walk up the Rockpile Trail for one of the most photographed views in Canada. At Lake Louise, you’ll be greeted by calm waters reflecting the Victoria Glacier and the famous Fairmont Chateau.
This small-group tour includes round-trip transportation from Banff, Canmore, and Harvie Heights, with the option of a morning or afternoon departure. It’s a scenic, easy, and efficient way to visit two of the most beautiful spots in Banff National Park without the hassle of parking or shuttle bookings.
Your day begins with a comfortable pick-up in Banff, Canmore, or Harvie Heights. From there, you’ll head towards the lakes. Upon your arrival at either Lake Louise or Moraine Lake, your guide will provide helpful tips and highlight suggested routes, viewpoints, and attractions to help you make the most of your visit. You’ll have time to enjoy the lake at your own pace. At Lake Louise, you can walk the lakeshore, hike to a panoramic lookout, rent a canoe, or relax at the lakeside café or the Fairmont Chateau.
At Moraine Lake, your guide will again share recommendations to elevate your experience. Walk the Rockpile Trail for sweeping views of the lake and Ten Peaks, rent a canoe to get out on the water, or take your time wandering along the shoreline.
To round out your day, we’ll make one final bonus stop chosen by your guide before returning you to Banff, Canmore, or Harvie Heights. This stop varies depending on the day, but adds a special touch to an already unforgettable outing.
This tour is one of the best ways to visit Moraine Lake and Lake Louise, especially with Parks Canada’s vehicle restrictions in place. If you’re looking for a stress-free, scenic, and well-guided way to explore these two legendary lakes, our Banff National Park tour is the perfect fit.
We had the "BEST" day exploring the lakes. Just stunning!!! Breathtaking!!! Thanks must go to our awesome guide Austin for making it personal and so enjoyable.
There are so many tour companies in Banff to choose from—but I’d recommend Explore Banff 1000%! They arrived early for our pickup, answered a million questions, were super friendly, well-priced, and overall delivered a stellar experience!!
Excellent experience! Alysa was our guide and we couldn’t of asked for a better experience. From knowing all the best photo spots, to sharing her passion for the parks, we highly recommend and would do it all again!
Must do while in Banff! Our tour guide, Anikah, was spectacular! She was SO knowledgeable about the history of the locations, packed us warm drinks at Moraine, and was so well equipped with ponchos, blankets, snacks, and everything we needed. The van was super comfortable and so easy. If you’re thinking about taking this tour, we’d highly recommend. Highlight of our trip!
We stayed a week in Banff and took two tours with Explore Banff. We were very fortunate to have Brooke as our guide both times. She was very knowledgeable and helpful. The vehicles for the tours were clean and spacious. Overall, we had a wonderful time! I would absolutely take another tour with Explore Banff!
