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Signature Hikes

Overview

We've chosen a handful of easy to moderate iconic hiking trails in and around Banff, Lake Louise and Kootenay as the best hikes for scenery, distance and elevation. Join our small group guided hikes and enjoy a safe, fun and informative day, as well as an alpine picnic lunch!

Hiking Schedule:
- Sundays: Stanley Glacier (Moderate)
- Mondays: Larch Valley (Moderate)
- Tuesdays: Consolation Lakes (Easy)
- Wednesdays: Plain of Six Glaciers (Moderate)
- Thursdays: Stanley Glacier (Moderate)
- Fridays: Plain of Six Glaciers (Moderate)
- Saturdays: Larch Valley (Moderate)

Included

Professional certified guide
Alpine picnic lunch
Use of hiking poles
Small group size (up to 12 guests per guide)
Hotel pick up and drop off

Important information

How long is the tour?

All hiking tours start at 8:00am from Banff and run for approximately 7 hours, which includes between 3 to 5 hours of hiking time. Guests return to Banff between 3pm and 3:30pm.

What does the tour include?

The full day tour includes transportation from most hotels in Banff on a 3 – 5 hour hike with a professional hiking guide. Lunch and hiking poles are provided, and some of the tours will also offer a pickup from Lake Louise. Please select your preferred lunch choice when making your reservation.

Where are the hiking routes?

There are four different guided hiking routes that run on various days throughout the week. Please see the ‘Trail Routes’ tab for further details. Please note that early season hikes, typically for the month of June, are subject to itinerary changes due to trail conditions. Please enquire when booking to confirm your hiking route.

Is it safe? What about bears?

These hikes are in small groups (up to 12 people per guide) and your trail guide will carry bear spray, and provide information on the best ways to travel safely, avoid a bear encounter and what to do in the unlikely event you should encounter a bear on the trail.

Highlights

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Explore iconic trails in Lake Louise & Kootenay

Discover some of the most scenic and rewarding trails in the Canadian Rockies with our small-group guided hikes! Carefully curated for their stunning views, ideal distances, and manageable elevation gains, these hikes offer the perfect balance of adventure and accessibility. Whether you're an experienced hiker or just starting out, our guides ensure a fun, safe, and informative experience every step of the way.

Each day of the week features a different iconic trail in Banff National Park, Lake Louise, or Kootenay National Park. From turquoise lakes to glacier-carved valleys, you’ll get to explore the landscapes that make the Rockies world-famous—without the stress of planning or navigating on your own.

Enjoy a relaxing alpine picnic lunch mid-hike, take in breathtaking views, and learn about the region’s geology, wildlife, and ecology from your expert local guide.