Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise– Hike, Canoe or Sightsee
Description
Want to hike Lake Agnes Teahouse and still see Moraine Lake the same day? Or rent a canoe at Moraine and still see Lake Louise? With our extended tour, you can choose your preferred schedule! We have 3 options available: Just confirm with your guide on the morning of the tour! * Option 1: - 1.5 hrs at Moraine Lake + 3.5 hrs at Lake Louise * Option 2: - 3 hrs at Moraine Lake + 2 hrs at Lake Louise * Option 3: - 5 hrs at Moraine Lake only We arrive when the lakes are at their most turquoise. Perfect 8 AM start. Travel through a wildlife corridor for a chance to spot bears, wolves, cougars, elk, and deer. No lineups, no hassle. Expedited access to both lakes. Expert local guides. Umbrellas provided. Moraine Lake access fee included! Comfortable 14-passenger van with panoramic windows, high roof, and air conditioning. Small group. Maximum 14 guests. Pickups in Canmore, Harvie Heights, and Banff, a short walk from most accommodations.
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Itinerary
We will journey past the picturesque Vermilion Lakes, framed by the breathtaking backdrop of majestic Mt Rundle.
You will have two options: 1.5 hours at Moraine Lake and 3.5 hours at Lake Louise OR 3 hours at Moraine Lake and 2 hours at Lake Louise. Experience the famous Moraine Lake, the top attraction in Banff National Park! Our friendly local driver/guide ensures you arrive at this magical location just in time to witness the stunning most vibrant turquoise color. The same that made you to come here to visit. With small group sizes limited to a maximum of 14 passengers, you'll enjoy an intimate experience. Our drivers remain the same for the whole day, and best of all, no waiting in lines! Join us for an unforgettable Moraine Lake and Lake Louise experience.
Two options: 1.5 hours at Moraine Lake and 3.5 hours at Lake Louise OR 3 hours at Moraine Lake and 2 hours at Lake Louise. You can hike, rent a canoe, or simply soak it all in. ️More Than Just a Photo Stop–Most visitors snap a quick picture and leave, missing out on what makes Lake Louise truly magical. You’ll have time to immerse yourself in the surroundings and experience the lake beyond the crowds. Paddle on the lake–you can glide across the crystal-clear waters and take in the scenery from the best point—right on the lake! Bring your stand-up paddleboard along! Some of our vehicles have extra room in the back to accommodate them-but they must be inflatable! Please let us know in advance by leaving a comment when booking, emailing, or calling us. If we’re not informed ahead of time, we may not be able to accommodate your SUP. Hike to Stunning Viewpoints–Lake Agnes Tea House, Lake Louise shoreline, or the Fairview Lookout, you’ll have the time for one of these world-class hikes
Wildlife Spotting Along the Way Travel through a wildlife corridor and a wildlife habitat to get a chance to spot elusive animals like bears, wolves, cougars, elk, and deer. Keep your camera ready—you never know what you might spot!
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please contact us in advance for infant/child safety seats to confirm availability. No infant/child will be allowed to sit on the parent's lap. If the guide arrives and there is a child who requires a child safety seat, but you have not requested and confirmed one with us in advance — and do not have your own — unfortunately, you will be denied boarding, and no refund will be issued.
- We have limited extra space in some of our vehicles for strollers and inflatable SUPs. If you plan to bring these items, please ensure that the stroller is foldable and the SUP is inflatable. It is essential that you contact us in advance to confirm availability of space for your equipment. If you arrive with a stroller or SUP without prior notice and confirmation, we may not be able to accommodate it. Should this prevent you from boarding the tour, unfortunately, no refund will be provided.
- Each traveller is required to sign an electronic waiver at the latest 24 hours before the trip. Please sign using your full name; initials or first names alone will not be accepted as signatures. Please do not list any other adult (over 18 years old) under your waiver. You will find the link to the waiver in your confirmation.
- Please note that canoe rental is not included and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. The rental docks are managed by the hotels at the lakes, and the cost is approximately $160 per hour per canoe. At Lake Louise, canoes can typically accommodate up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 small children, depending on weight distribution. At Moraine Lake, canoes can typically fit 2 to 3 people, depending on weight distribution.
- Pick-Up Information For MORAINE LAKE AND LAKE LOUISE EXTENDED TOURS ➔ PICK-UPS IN CANMORE or HARVIE HEIGHTS: Pick-up is between 8:00–8:15 AM ✺✺ PICK-UPS IN BANFF Pick-up is between 8:30–8:45 AM. Please be ready 10 minutes before your pick-up window begins. Due to multiple stops, your driver may arrive slightly earlier or later. Look for a white Ford Transit van with CANMORE TRAVEL logo on it.
Reviews(125)
This was a wonderful day trip. Out guide “O” was wonderful! Be careful about trying to do too much. We underestimated the time getting back from the hike to and from the tea house, at above Lake Louise, but everyone was so gracious (passengers and our guide). Thank you for a wonderful day!
The tour was a great way to see Moraine Lake and Lake Louise. Our guide Bodie was very helpful with good suggestions of what to do at each stop. He took us on a different route home to try to find wildlife for us.
Very much enjoyed the tour today. A tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly explained a meeting times in places, and there were no issues with anybody having confusion. This is a beautiful area and he knew it.
James was very friendly and knowledgeable about things to do at the 2 lakes. I highly recommend walking away from the crowds at Lake Louise and head around the lake path towards the glacier…. dip your feet in the glacial sands!
Best tour guide for banff. Super chill and nice guide that is super helpful and friendly. Picked us up on time and gave us plenty of time to view both lakes!
We’re so glad your Moraine Lake & Lake Louise tour with Canmore Travel made getting to these popular lakes so easy! Our guide will be thrilled to know his chill, friendly approach made such a difference, and we love that the timing worked so well for you at both lakes. Comfort, timing, and local expertise are what we strive for. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable adventure in the Rockies! Warm regards, The Canmore Travel Team
Fantastic day with Dave/Canmore travel. Prompt pick up, knowledgeable driver, professional, informative. Got us to Moraine ahead of ques, wildlife corridor information was excellent. Would highly recommend if wanting to visit Lake Louise and Moraine.,Thank you for a great day
We’re so glad your day at Moraine Lake and Lake Louise with Canmore Travel was such a fantastic one! Dave will be thrilled to hear how much his prompt pickup, professionalism, and local knowledge added to the day. Getting to Moraine ahead of the queues is one of the little advantages of knowing the timing so well, and the wildlife corridor stories are one of our favorite things to share along the drive. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure in the Rockies! Warm regards, The Canmore Travel Team
Fantastic tour. Our guide James was great - very knowledgeable, easy going and friendly. It was a great day seeing beautiful scenery.
We’re so glad your Moraine Lake & Lake Louise tour with Canmore Travel was such a great day of beautiful scenery! James will be thrilled to hear your kind words. His easy-going, friendly style really does bring the day to life. We’d love to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in the Rockies! Warm regards, The Canmore Travel Team
This was such a lovely tour. Corey was such a great guide, pointing out stuff and sharing history, best hikes/trails to take at both lakes. Shuttle was spacious and comfortable. Really liked that the amount of time at each lake. Would definitely recommend this tour.
We’re so glad your Moraine Lake & Lake Louise tour with Canmore Travel was such a lovely day! Corey will be thrilled to hear how much his stories, local history, and hike and trail tips at both lakes added to the experience. We love that the spacious, comfortable shuttle and the timing at each lake worked so well for you. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable adventure in the Rockies! Warm regards, The Canmore Travel Team
We had Cory as our tour guide. He was so friendly, helpful and shared interesting facts about the area as we drove. The ride was very comfortable. Beautiful!
We’re so glad your Moraine Lake & Lake Louise tour with Canmore Travel was such a great one! Cory will be thrilled to know his friendliness and local facts added so much to the day, and we love that the ride felt comfortable from start to finish. Comfort, timing, and local expertise are what we strive for. We’d love to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in the Rockies! Warm regards, Moraine Lake Shuttle by Canmore Travel Team
For the high price we expected more. We were a little late getting back from the Moraine lake stop and got chewed out. We were never offered any water, even during the return drive. The guide (James) did not offer much extensive information, even when asked about the history of Canada Days, which was the next day. No pride shown. Then when kidding about Canada getting its freedom from England without a war, so it really should be the 51st state of USA, a pure joke obviously, the guide slammed on the brakes and threatened to throw us off the bus. Really, this was an average, slow (and only 8 hours), trip and there seems to be much better prices available; we expected more for $199 each.
