Lake Louise Summer Gondola: Wildlife Viewing with Panoramic Alpine Views

Elevate your perspective in an alpine oasis and witness grizzlies roaming freely. Enjoy panoramic views, grand glaciers, and indulge in savory dining options.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola - Little effort and 100 percent mind-blowing. From ground-level to jaw-dropping in minutes.
    Embrace the freedom of exploring our wide-open alpine area, surrounded by soaring peaks and stunning glaciers.

The Lake Louise Summer Gondola is the ultimate stop-off for all-ages sightseeing, with some of the best chances to spot wild grizzly bears. To say we’re one of Banff National Park’s best-kept summer secrets would be a cliché, but you’ll see when you arrive how this place balances sheer beauty, effortless-to-extreme adventure, and an escape from the bigger crowds you’ll come across elsewhere.

After all, summer days in the Rockies are intended to be relaxing, not harassing. The views will leave you feeling like you’ve got an all-access pass to the finest scenery Mother Nature has to offer. The impressive vistas that have earned the Canadian Rockies a reputation as one of the world’s most picturesque places, will be abundant.

Just don’t forget your camera……

What's Included
  • Free access to Wildlife Interpretive Centre with purchase of Summer Gondola ticket
Additional Information

BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY AT LAKE LOUISE!
Experience a unique mountain paradise where grizzlies roam freely and breathtaking vista scenes dominate your vision.
Escape the bustling city and upgrade your view to 2101m (6893 ft) on our scenic gondola. Immerse yourself in the beautiful landscapes, majestic glaciers, vibrant wildflower fields, and pristine springs while watching wildlife in their natural habitat.
Pamper your taste buds with an assortment of delicious dining choices as you admire the scenery from our expansive sun-drenched patios or large roomy dining spaces.
Our Summer Gondola is renowned for being amongst the finest locations in the Canadian Rockies to safely observe grizzly bears, black bears, lynx, moose, mountain goats, elk, and deer along with numerous other intriguing wildlife species.

Location
Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola
1 Whitehorn Road, Lake Louise
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Chau_d
Aug 8, 2024
We did not get to enjoy the whole experience 🥺 - Hailstorm came through as we just arrived up the mountain. Had to take shuttle back down. There were 18 of us .
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Michelle_h
Aug 6, 2024
Great experience! - Easy to book, great views of Lake Louise & we were even able to book a Lake Moraine shuttle! The wilderness center was also very informative.
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Bnbyoung
Jul 22, 2024
Grizzleys yes, restaurant no! - Saw Grizzleys so rated a 5. The restaurant on top is very poorly managed though be careful if you want a fun time, get there way before their last serving, we were 3 minutes late and they refused to serve us. After getting water in a paper cup sat down at table where they refused to allow us to put up umbrella (very hot day), they claimed winds were too high. Very poor customer service and manager had nothing to say besides “unfortunately”. Not a pleasant experience, but in ride down chairlift made up for it when we spotted 2 grizzleys.
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Kr_p
Jul 7, 2024
Amazing - Views from the top. Lake Louis is fabulous. The Canadian Rockies are magnificent and my family enjoyed the trip.
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Raj_s
Jul 3, 2024
Out of this world nature beauty - The views were out of this world. Real blue lake waters and snow covered mountains. Must see. During our visit it was cloudy and rained some. However the lake shore trail was great.
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Gordonguerrero
Jun 16, 2024
Great Experience with Breathtaking Views - The view, the atmosphere, the wilderness center and the food!! All of which made it quite a most wonderful experience.
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Patsy_p
Jun 15, 2024
Phenomenal view - What a wonderful time riding the gondola. We were fortunate enough to have a clear day after a little rain took some great pictures. Perfect thing to do with my 88-year-old mother.
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Rossmi4060jw
Mar 20, 2024
Private ski lessons - Thank you, Ash, for making skiing a memorable and empowering experience for our son! In one private lesson, Ash instilled so much confidence in my 4-year-old son that he conquered the big hill and the gondola. My wife and I were shocked to see them on the backside of the mountain, where my son had the biggest smile. The next day, he had the confidence to tackle the gondola independently. Ash's expertise and encouragement created a positive atmosphere, and we couldn't be happier with our son's progress. He can't wait to go back.
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Jan_w
Jul 28, 2024
Gorgeous views! - I was traveling with older friends and family, and customer service desk offered to shuttle them down to the gondola-So nice!
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Beckyreichman_r
Jul 24, 2024
Lake Louise gondola - It’s old and view sucked. Small platform and the gondolas look like they r from 1970. Don’t waste your money.
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