Hiking in Banff: the 5 Best Guided Hikes

1.Banff National Park Guided Hike with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 200 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $153Our pick

Spend about seven hours hiking one of four Banff-area trails with a certified guide, poles, transport from Banff, and a packed lunch. The scheduled route may be Stanley Glacier, Larch Valley, Consolation Lakes, or Plain of Six Glaciers. Guides such as Tina, Spencer, Evie, and Sam are praised for steady pacing, safety, and strong local knowledge.

“I did the Larch Valley Hike and it was fantastic! Super well organised, pick up and drop off was on time, and the packed lunch was great. But our two guides Evie and Jade (hope I got their names right!) really elevated the experience - they were friendly, experienced hikers and made the whole group feel very safe and welcome. I was also lucky enough to have a great tour group, which made for great conversation! This is my second Discover Banff tour and I will always recommend this company if you’re looking for a great day out in Banff.”

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2.eBike and Hike Banff to Johnston Canyon small group guided program

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $155

This four-hour tour pairs a 26-kilometer e-bike ride with a three-kilometer walk at Johnston Canyon. You ride past Vermilion Lakes and along the Legacy Trail and Bow Valley Parkway, then hike to Lower Falls Bridge. Guides such as Megs, Michael, Luke, and Santiago provide local facts and adjust the pace for the group.

“Johnston canyon can be crammed with tourists, but the walk/hike is very scenic. Santiago, our guide, was awesome, lots interaction and information. We had a great day and would highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun outing”

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3.Banff National Park: Guided Signature Hikes with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 123 reviews · 7 hours · from $145Best value

Choose a guided route to Larch Valley, Consolation Lakes, Stanley Glacier, or the Plain of Six Glaciers. Your English-speaking guide handles transport, trail planning, safety, and hiking poles, while you focus on mountain views and a picnic lunch. Guides such as Heidi, Lucy, Jeff, and Brooke have earned praise for their care and local insight.

“It was amazing. The guide (Anick) was fabulous and made sure we were all well prepared and had what we needed. Hike was challenging but the views were spectacular. Thank you!”

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4.Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise-Hike/Canoe/Sightsee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 9h 30m · from $152

Ride in a small 14-passenger van from Banff, Canmore, or Harvie Heights to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise. Choose 1.5 hours at Moraine and 3.5 at Louise, or reverse the balance. Guides such as Corey, Yannick, Dave, and Mike share park facts, suggest hikes, and keep the same vehicle with you all day.

“We loved our guide Dave! He was very informative and allowed us to customize our day! He was very willing to help and answer any questions! We had the right amount of time at each lake. We even saw a grizzly bear on our drive! Thank you for a great day!”

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5.Exclusive Skoki Backcountry Guided Hiking in Lake Louise with Van Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $154

Ride an exclusive van shuttle up the Lake Louise Fire Road, then hike Skoki’s quiet backcountry trails with a professional guide. Expect forests, wildflowers, lakes, streams, wildlife habitat, and broad mountain views. Lunch, snacks, water, and selected hotel transfers are included. The hike suits fit participants age 12 and older.

“This scenery of this trail/tour is absolutely breathtaking! The Skoki Trail takes you through a stunning landscape of alpine meadows, vibrant lakes, and dramatic mountain passes.”

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