Escape the crowds and discover Banff’s secret wildlife spots on a small group adventure. Explore backroads and encounter bears, moose, and more with expert guides.
Escape the crowds and discover Banff’s secret wildlife spots on a small group adventure. Explore backroads and encounter bears, moose, and more with expert guides.
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Banff National Park - An expert local guide will tailor each tour’s itinerary.
Every day, the operator connects with other tour companies and Banff locals to gather the latest wildlife sighting reports, while factoring in seasonal weather conditions and large bus tour schedules to ensure guests enjoy the best, most authentic experience without the…
- Banff National Park - An expert local guide will tailor each tour’s itinerary.
Every day, the operator connects with other tour companies and Banff locals to gather the latest wildlife sighting reports, while factoring in seasonal weather conditions and large bus tour schedules to ensure guests enjoy the best, most authentic experience without the crowds!
The destinations listed below are just a few of the amazing stops included on this tour.
- Mount Norquay Road - Wind up the switchbacks of Mount Norquay, home to Banff’s first ski hill, to a favourite viewpoint overlooking the town. Mount Rundle and Cascade Mountain rise on either side, and bighorn sheep are often spotted along the road on the way up.
- Lake Minnewanka - Drive the Minnewanka Loop to Lake Minnewanka, the largest lake in Banff National Park, then continue to Two Jack Lake with its classic view of Mount Rundle. The guide keeps watch along the way for elk, bighorn sheep, deer, and bears in season.
- Hoodoos Trail - Take a short walk to the Hoodoos viewpoint, home to one of Banff National Park’s red chairs. Look out over the hoodoo spires, the Bow River, and Mount Rundle as the valley opens up below.
- Surprise Corner - From Surprise Corner on the slopes of Tunnel Mountain, look across the Bow River to the Fairmont Banff Springs, the “Castle in the Rockies,” framed by forest with Sulphur Mountain behind it. It’s one of the best-known photo spots in Banff.
- Bow Falls - Stop at Bow Falls, the wide cascade just below the Fairmont Banff Springs where the Bow River tumbles toward its meeting with the Spray. Marilyn Monroe filmed scenes here for the 1954 film River of No Return.
- Water refills (please BYO water bottle)
- Hot drinks (hot chocolate, coffee, or tea) & sweet treat – winter only
- Comfortable, premium transportation with large panoramic windows
- Polaroid souvenir
- Local guide trained in photography and storytelling
- Small group guarantee (Max 12 guests)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select Banff locations
- Water refills (please BYO water bottle)
- Hot drinks (hot chocolate, coffee, or tea) & sweet treat – winter only
- Comfortable, premium transportation with large panoramic windows
- Polaroid souvenir
- Local guide trained in photography and storytelling
- Small group guarantee (Max 12 guests)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select Banff locations
- Guide gratuities (optional)
- Guide gratuities (optional)
Wildlife, scenery, and the stories behind them.
This small-group Banff wildlife tour travels along the quiet back roads of Banff National Park, stopping at lakes, viewpoints, and wildlife corridors where animals are most active. Between sightings, the guide shares the history and ecology of the park.
Wildlife is spotted on 95% of departures from May to…
Wildlife, scenery, and the stories behind them.
This small-group Banff wildlife tour travels along the quiet back roads of Banff National Park, stopping at lakes, viewpoints, and wildlife corridors where animals are most active. Between sightings, the guide shares the history and ecology of the park.
Wildlife is spotted on 95% of departures from May to October. Elk, deer, and bighorn sheep are the regulars, and May to October is also bear season.
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Highlights:
◆ Elk, deer, bighorn sheep, and bears (May to October)
◆ Quiet back roads and wildlife corridors
◆ Lake and mountain viewpoints with time for photos
◆ Banff history and wildlife insight from a local guide
Why book with Radventures:
▸ Max 10 guests in a premium van, never a coach
▸ Banff-born, independently owned
▸ 1% of every booking protects the places you explore
- Children 8 and under are unable to join our small group adventures
- Call (403) 493-9556 for any questions.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
