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Experience Banff after dark on a thoughtfully paced 5-hour evening journey through glowing viewpoints, quiet lakeshores, and one of the best stargazing locations in the Canadian Rockies.
Begin at a scenic overlook above Banff, where the town lights sparkle below and your guide shares stories of the region’s history and early mountain life.
Continue to Lake Minnewanka at twilight, where your guide brings the landscape to life with insights into local wildlife, Indigenous perspectives, and the natural history of the area.
As night settles, arrive at Two Jack Lake, a calm and secluded stargazing location. Settle in lakeside with your group and enjoy a relaxed, immersive experience beneath the stars.
Using telescopes, binoculars, and constellation tools, explore planets, star clusters, and galaxies in vivid detail while enjoying a warm drink in comfort.
This is a slow, atmospheric evening designed to help you disconnect, unwind, and experience Banff in its most peaceful form.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour begins in Canmore, with additional pickups in Banff. After you book your tour, we will send you a follow-up message with all important pickup details to help you prepare for your experience.
Please keep an eye out for this message, as it will include:
• Your confirmed pickup time based on your selected location
• A description of our tour vehicle to help you easily identify your guide
• A reminder of what to bring for your tour
• The waiver link that must be completed prior to departure
This information is sent to ensure a smooth, easy, and stress-free start to your tour. If you have any questions before then, feel free to reach out anytime.
Itinerary
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Banff National Park (Pass by)
Step aboard our comfortable van and prepare for a unique nighttime adventure. Your stargazing experience begins with pickups in the charming towns of Canmore and Banff, surrounded by the majestic Canadian Rockies. As you settle in, our friendly driver-guide will ensure a relaxed and enjoyable ride, offering insights into Banff National Park and tips for making the most of your stargazing experience.
Admission ticket free -
1Banff National Park
Your evening begins at our favorite local lookout, where you’ll take in a beautiful nighttime view of Banff as the town lights glow below and the surrounding peaks fade into silhouette. From this elevated vantage point, your guide sets the tone for the night, sharing thoughtful insights into Banff’s history and how this mountain town came to be — a calm, reflective start that invites you to slow down and leave the day behind.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Lake Minnewanka
From here, a short, scenic drive brings you to Lake Minnewanka as dusk deepens. By the water’s edge, the pace remains unhurried as your guide shares a selection of captivating stories connected to this place — from Indigenous perspectives and long-standing relationships with the land, to the wildlife that moves through the area after sunset. Leaving Lake Minnewanka behind, you’ll travel a short distance deeper into the park as the forest darkens and the night settles in.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3Two Jack Lake
Upon arriving at our hand-selected viewpoint on the shores of Two Jack Lake, you’ll settle into premium heated chairs, thoughtfully chosen to keep you warm as the temperatures drop. You’ll have access to telescopes, binoculars, and iPads equipped with constellation-identification apps, allowing you to explore the night sky in vivid detail. Planets, star clusters, and distant galaxies come into focus, transforming the sky into a living map of light. To complete the experience, enjoy a complimentary hot chocolate or cup of tea — a simple, cozy comfort that pairs perfectly with the quiet atmosphere of the evening.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
Banff National Park (Pass by)
As the day draws to a close, you’ll be safely returned to your original pickup location, with all the insights you need to continue your journey, ready to embrace whatever comes next with ease and excitement. Throughout the evening, every detail is carefully considered to keep the experience smooth, comfortable, and unhurried — focusing on atmosphere and awareness rather than rushing through facts.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum Age: 6 years. Not suitable for children under 6 years old.
- The tour begins with pickups in Canmore, followed by pickups in Banff approximately 30 minutes later. You will receive your pickup details after booking, so please be sure to review this message carefully to help you prepare.
- The stargazing tour is weather-dependent. To ensure the best experience, the tour will only proceed if the skies are clear and not overly cloudy. If the weather conditions, such as heavy cloud cover, rain, or snow, affect visibility, the tour may be postponed or canceled. Additionally, extreme cold or high winds may impact comfort and the overall experience, so the tour may be rescheduled accordingly. We will notify you as soon as possible in the event of any cancellations or changes.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum Age: 6 years. Not suitable for children under 6 years old.
- The tour begins with pickups in Canmore, followed by pickups in Banff approximately 30 minutes later. You will receive your pickup details after booking, so please be sure to review this message carefully to help you prepare.
- The stargazing tour is weather-dependent. To ensure the best experience, the tour will only proceed if the skies are clear and not overly cloudy. If the weather conditions, such as heavy cloud cover, rain, or snow, affect visibility, the tour may be postponed or canceled. Additionally, extreme cold or high winds may impact comfort and the overall experience, so the tour may be rescheduled accordingly. We will notify you as soon as possible in the event of any cancellations or changes.
- In order to participate all adults must sign a waiver prior to the tour. A waiver must also be completed by the parent or guardian of any child under the age of 18. Failure to complete the waiver will result in the cancellation of your tour.
- No-shows, missed departures, or unused services are non-refundable.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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