Banff Wildlife and Sunset Evening Tour

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3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Experience Banff’s wilderness in the evening, when wildlife is most active and the landscapes glow with sunset colors. This private or small-group tour is led by a local expert guide who takes you along quiet routes and scenic viewpoints.

Visit Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake, prime areas for spotting elk, deer, and bighorn sheep, then continue along the peaceful Johnson Lake Loop Road. Enjoy iconic views at Surprise Corner, overlooking the Banff Springs Hotel and Bow River Valley, and end the tour at the Hoodoos Viewpoint for a beautiful sunset.

✔ Private or small group
✔ Local expert guide
✔ Relaxed pace, scenic stops
✔ Perfect for wildlife viewing and photography

A calm, intimate way to experience Banff’s natural beauty at golden hour.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Local Expert Guide
National Park Fee
Tips
Dinner

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

You will get picked from your selected location.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Lake Minnewanka

    Begin your journey at Lake Minnewanka, one of Banff’s most scenic lakes, especially beautiful in the evening light.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Two Jack Lake

    Continue along the Two Jack Lake area, a prime wildlife corridor where elk, deer, and bighorn sheep are often spotted.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Johnson Lake

    Travel the quiet Johnson Lake Loop Road, an excellent area for wildlife viewing away from crowds.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Surprise Corner

    Surprise Corner Viewpoint offers one of Banff’s most iconic and unexpected views. From this scenic stop, enjoy a stunning perspective of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel framed by the Bow River and surrounding mountain peaks. Your local guide will share the history of the area and point out the best angles for photography, making this a perfect short stop during your Banff sightseeing or evening tour.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Hoodoo's Viewpoint

    Hoodoos Viewpoint showcases Banff’s unique natural rock formations rising above the Bow River Valley. These towering sandstone pillars, shaped over thousands of years by wind and water erosion, are especially striking in the evening light and at sunset. This quiet viewpoint offers excellent photo opportunities and a peaceful setting, while your local guide explains the geology and cultural history behind this fascinating landscape.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 6

    Tunnel Mountain Village is a peaceful area nestled in the forested slopes above Banff. Surrounded by mountain scenery, it offers scenic viewpoints of the Bow Valley and nearby peaks, especially beautiful in the early morning and evening. This area is also a known wildlife corridor, where elk and deer are commonly spotted. Your local guide will share insights about Banff’s natural environment and the history of the Tunnel Mountain area while you enjoy the quiet, scenic atmosphere.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Banff Trip Planner Inc.

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Car Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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