Banff National Park Hiking Tours
Banff National Park hiking tours offer breathtaking views of Canada's rugged wilderness, creating an unforgettable adventure travel experience. From the iconic Tunnel Mountain to the scenic Lake Minnewanka, planning a hiking tour in Banff National Park has the potential to be a life-changing adventure. Featuring a blend of nature and wildlife, Banff hiking tours will immerse you in a challenging and authentic experience.
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Scrambling Skills and Safety
Most mountaineers start out as hikers on simple trails, progressively learning new skills to take on more advanced terrain. Scrambling is a fundamental skill in a hiker’s toolbelt, opening the door to more incredible scenery with the use of your own two hands. The Scrambling Skills and Safety tour is a chance to become familiar with scrambling with the guidance of a mountain expert.
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Hiking the Wapta Icefields
If you want to access terrain enjoyed by few, the Hiking the Wapta Icefields tour is the ideal chance to escape your routine and seek the mountains. This hiking adventure in the Canadian Rockies departs from stunning Bow Lake to leave everyone else behind, travelling deep into the mountains.
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Guided Ascent of Mount Willingdon
Reaching the peak of Mount Willingdon is an incredible experience, and it’s one you can do without mountaineering experience or any special skills! On the Guided Ascent of Mount Willingdon, you’ll be led up this incredible mountain with an experienced guide, reaching the 11,066-foot summit to discover unbelievable views over the surrounding Rockies.
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Hiking the Skoki Circuit
While the selection of incredible backpacking routes in the Canadian Rockies is too long to name, the Skoki Circuit stands out for its jaw-dropping beauty. The Hiking the Skoki Circuit tour is an excellent way to enjoy this region of Banff National Park, taking care of the logistics so you can just soak up those views.
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Backpacking near Mount Assiniboine
Mount Assiniboine is likely the most iconic peak in the Rockies, and the Backpacking near Mount Assiniboine tour is an adventure that puts this mountain at center stage! Despite delivering a true backcountry experience, this tour is suitable for less experienced hikers and backpackers- where better to have your first backpacking experience than the Mount Assiniboine area?
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Rocky Mountain Self-Drive Tour
This trip is an incredible self-guided exploration of the world-renowned Canadian Rocky Mountains. You’ll love the flexibility of this 11-day fly-and-drive-style road trip. Follow your route to all the must-see mountain spots, but the main goal is to show you the exceptional, hidden gems that are off the beaten track.
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Backpacking the Banff Highline Trail
Backpacking the Banff Highline Trail is a quintessential Canadian Rockies adventure, and this tour takes you across countless unforgettable kilometres, walking underneath stone giants, across flower-dotted meadows, and past shimmering alpine lakes.
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Women’s Introduction to Mountaineering
Are you a solid hiker looking to get to the next level? Learn the fundamentals of mountain navigation and movement on the Women’s Introduction to Mountaineering course, an unforgettable adventure designed to teach you the skills you’ll need to conquer new mountains without previous experience required.
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6-Day Rockies Hiking and Camping Adventure
The 6-day Rockies hiking and camping tour encompasses the best of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, condensing all the thrills of the Canadian outdoors into less than a week on the trails. Explore the best of David Thompson Country, Banff National Park and Yoho National Park. Marvel at the lakes and glaciers of the Icefields Parkway and enjoy an afternoon picnic with views of the Athabasca Glacier.
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7-Day Rocky Mountain Adventure Tour
Discover gorgeous mountain scenery, pristine alpine lakes, and impressive ancient woodland on this 7-day camping and adventure tour of the Rockies. The Kananaskis highlands, Banff National Park, and exhilarating Kicking Horse River are just a handful of the amazing places that you will explore.
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Heart of the Canadian Rockies Self-Drive Tour
There are many spectacular places to visit in the Rockies, and this self-drive itinerary features the incredible iconic parks that are symbolic of the Canadian mountains. The Heart of the Canadian Rockies Self-Drive Tour allows you the flexibility of enjoying the mountains your own way while ensuring you don’t miss the greatest spots.
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Rocky Mountain Ranches Tour
The prairies naturally evoke images of the lonesome cowboy riding into the sunset, but the mountains are horse-country, too! On the Rocky Mountain Ranches Tour self-drive road trip, you’ll experience the peace that living in harmony with nature brings during your ranch stays.
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Rockies in Style Hiking Tour
For the best of the Canadian Rockies, look no further than this fantastic guided journey! This 8-day hiking tour introduces you to the highlights of the Banff, Yoho, Jasper, and Kootenay National Parks. Enjoy an endlessly scenic region over a week of adventure!
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Columbia Valley Hiking Tour
Discover the quiet mountain trails of interior British Columbia on this incredible guided hiking tour. The Columbia Valley Hiking Tour takes you to Invermere, Spillimacheen, and Glacier National Park to hike amazing mountains and enjoy the incredible outdoors.
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Hike the Wild Side of the Rockies
The 11-day guided Hike the Wild Side of the Rockies tour is a spectacular exploration of incredible Canadian hikes. This tour combines challenging hikes with incredible views as you travel through Banff, Jasper, and Yoho national parks.
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Banff National Park General Information
Where to Trek in Banff National Park
When planning where to trek in Banff National Park, consider your desired route or a hub to explore from. Banff townsite is a popular starting point for trails like the Tunnel Mountain trail, while the Lake Louise area offers access to stunning hikes such as the Plain of Six Glaciers.
What makes Trekking in Banff National Park special?
Trekking in Banff National Park is a special experience due to its captivating blend of mountain terrain and diverse wildlife. The region is home to remarkable trails, such as the Tunnel Mountain trail and Lake Minnewanka trail, offering trekkers a challenging yet transformative journey through pristine natural landscapes.
When to go Trekking in Banff National Park
If you are wondering when to go trekking in Banff National Park, the best time is during the summer months. Although July to September are the busiest times, spring and autumn can also be suitable, while winter trekking is not recommended due to snow and harsh conditions on high elevation trails.
Top 5 Treks in Banff National Park
- Sunshine Meadows to Mount Assiniboine: Traverse alpine meadows and enjoy stunning mountain vistas on this challenging trek to the "Matterhorn of the Rockies." tekst
- Skoki Valley: Experience remote backcountry beauty, lush meadows, and historical lodges in this serene and scenic trek.
- Sawback Trail: Embark on a multi-day adventure through diverse landscapes, from dense forests to open alpine terrain.
- Egypt Lake Loop: Discover one of Banff's most picturesque areas, with turquoise lakes, dramatic peaks, and lush valleys.
- Wapta Icefield Trek: Venture onto the expansive icefield, crossing glaciers and enjoying awe-inspiring views of rugged ice landscapes.