The 5 Best Banff Hiking Tours

1.Banff National Park Guided Hike with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 200 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $153Our pick

Choose a guided Banff hike to Stanley Glacier, Larch Valley, Consolation Lakes, or the Plain of Six Glaciers. Your certified guide sets the pace, supplies hiking poles, shares local geology and wildlife knowledge, and serves a packed lunch among the Canadian Rockies. Routes can change with weather and trail conditions.

“I did the Larch Valley Hike and it was fantastic! Super well organised, pick up and drop off was on time, and the packed lunch was great. But our two guides Evie and Jade (hope I got their names right!) really elevated the experience - they were friendly, experienced hikers and made the whole group feel very safe and welcome. I was also lucky enough to have a great tour group, which made for great conversation! This is my second Discover Banff tour and I will always recommend this company if you’re looking for a great day out in Banff.”

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2.eBike and Hike Banff to Johnston Canyon small group guided program

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $155

You’ll ride 26 kilometers from Banff with a guide such as Megs, Michael, Luke, or Julia, stopping at Vermilion Lakes and along the Bow Valley Parkway. Then you’ll walk 3 kilometers through Johnston Canyon to Lower Falls before returning by shuttle. The e-bikes are beginner-friendly, but you must be comfortable riding a regular bike.

“Johnston canyon can be crammed with tourists, but the walk/hike is very scenic. Santiago, our guide, was awesome, lots interaction and information. We had a great day and would highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun outing”

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3.Banff National Park: Guided Signature Hikes with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 123 reviews · 7 hours · from $145Cheapest way up

Choose a guided route to Larch Valley, Consolation Lakes, Plain of Six Glaciers, or Stanley Glacier. You’ll hike in a group of up to 12, use supplied poles, and stop for a picnic lunch. Guides such as Heidi, Lucy, Jeff, and Brooke add local stories and adjust the pace when weather or trail conditions change.

“Wonderful trip! Moraine lake was stunning!! So were the 10 peaks. Great tour guides, and met some wonderful people on the tour. My girlfriend and I liked this a lot!! Andy and Rob were great!”

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4.Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise-Hike/Canoe/Sightsee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 9h 30m · from $152

Travel from Canmore, Harvie Heights, or Banff to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise in a 14-passenger van. Choose more time at either lake, then hike, canoe, paddleboard, or sightsee at your own pace. Guides such as Corey, Yannick, and Dave add local facts, wildlife knowledge, and practical trail advice.

“Great trip. Mike was an awesome guide. Gave great recommendations for hikes, etc.”

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5.Exclusive Skoki Backcountry Guided Hiking in Lake Louise with Van Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $154

Ride a private van up the Lake Louise Fire Road, then hike into Skoki’s quiet backcountry with a professional guide. Expect alpine lakes, wildflowers, forests, streams, mountain views, and possible wildlife sightings. Guides such as Josh, Jennifer, Aiden, and Adrienne have led this route. Lunch, snacks, water, and selected hotel transfers are included.

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