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15 Best Banff Wildlife Tours

The wildlife drives: elk, bighorn and the occasional grizzly along the valley roads at dusk, found by guides who track the sightings daily. Bring the long lens; the animals set the distance.

1.Banff Highlights & Wildlife | Award-Winning Small Group Adventure

Discover Banff’s stunning lakes, mountain vistas, and wildlife with this small-group tour. Ideal for nature lovers seeking authentic, guided experiences.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Nolan was an amazing tour guide. You could tell he really enjoyed his job! Nothing felt rushed and he was very explanatory and enthusiastic.”

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3.From Banff: Banff Wildlife & Scenic Highlights Premium Tour

Discover Banff’s stunning scenery and wildlife on this 3-hour guided tour. Perfect for nature lovers seeking authentic Rockies experiences.

★ 4.4

“Amazing tour guide! He took us to stunning places and made the experience unforgettable. Every time we spotted wildlife, he would stop the van to give us interesting information and let us take photos calmly. He also knew the best spots where animals are usually…”

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4.Year Round Tour: Banff and its Wildlife

Discover Banff’s natural wonders and historic landmarks on this 3-hour guided tour, perfect for wildlife sightings, scenic views, and local stories.

★ 4.5

“We took this tour on our first morning in Banff. It was a great intro to the area. We really didn’t see much wildlife, but that might be due to the unusually warm morning.”

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6.Banff: Wildlife on the Bow | Big Canoe Tour

Experience Banff’s wildlife on a 1.5-hour guided canoe tour along the Bow River. Perfect for families, nature lovers, and those seeking peaceful mountain views.

★ 4.7

“Great activity, unfortunately no wildlife seen aside from a 2 second beaver siting in the water. I imagine that's the case most of the time with this tour, far too many people for any wildlife to be around. Shouldn't really be advertised as "Wildlife on…”

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7.Moraine Lake & Lake Louise Sunset & Wildlife Adventure

Discover the stunning Banff area with this 5-hour Moraine Lake, Lake Louise sunset, and wildlife tour, led by friendly guides and packed with breathtaking views.

★ 5.0

“Fabulous experience. Small group. Nice, clean vehicle with big windows. Visited many places on my 14 day vacation. Loved Moraine Lake and the hike around the lake to see natural beauty. Saw a bear on our way back from the tour. The bear hung out…”

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9.Johnston Canyon Frozen Waterfalls & Banff Backroads Wildlife Tour

Discover Johnston Canyon's stunning frozen waterfalls with expert guides on this winter tour, including wildlife sightings, scenic backroads, and cozy hot drinks for a perfect Banff experience.

★ 5.0

“Had an amazing time on our hike to the Johnston Canyon Frozen Waterfalls. Our guide Tyler was knowledgable and friendly, a great and experienced guide who shared loads on information about the falls and Banff, including the wildlife. The hike isn’t too long but is…”

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10.Wildlife on the Bow | Big Canoe Tour

Experience Banff's wildlife from a unique vantage point on a guided canoe trip along the Bow River, combining scenic views, wildlife spotting, and expert insights for an authentic adventure.

★ 4.5

“We didn’t see a lot of wild life, couple of beavers. But our guide, Bree was so knowledgeable about the area, and the views from actually being on the Bow river were spectacular! Well worth the trip.”

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11.Guided Tour to Banff Highlights & Wildlife With Gondola Admission

Discover Banff's top sights and wildlife with a guided tour featuring stunning viewpoints, a gondola ride, and insider stories—all in a small group setting.

★ 5.0

“Our guide Lubo was excellent. He was very well-versed on the area and he never stopped providing us with interesting facts as we soaked in the fantastic natural views of Banff. Whilst we were advised that animal sightings were not a guarantee, we were lucky…”

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13.Canmore/Banff: Explore Banff & Wildlife

Discover Banff’s stunning scenery and wildlife with this 4-hour guided tour. Perfect for outdoor lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and photography fans.

★ 4.5

“Phoebe was an excellent guide during our wildlife tour. We saw mule deer, big horn sheep, and elk, some were with their babies. Also stopped at some amazing sights too. Well worth the price.”

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14.Banff: Winter Wilderness Walk with Wildlife Tracking – 2hrs

Experience the magic of winter in Banff with a 2-hour wildlife tracking walk. Learn to identify animal tracks, enjoy stunning scenery, and hear local stories.

★ 5.0

“Jacob was friendly —a true local with lots of knowledge so you get to enjoy some hidden nuggets! Absolutely gorgeous views hiking along Johnson Lake …got some amazing Christmas card pictures…stunning! Animal tracks everywhere in the snow. Enjoyed sighting mule deer and an eagle!”

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15.Calgary:Moraine Lake Sunrise & Lake Louise & Wildlife Safari

Discover the stunning beauty of the Canadian Rockies with this small-group tour visiting Moraine Lake at sunrise, Lake Louise, and wildlife safaris, all from Calgary or Banff.

“The Moraine Lake Sunrise, Lake Louise & Wildlife Safari tour was incredible! Watching the sunrise over Moraine Lake was magical and so peaceful. Lake Louise was stunning, and the wildlife safari was a fun bonus — we even spotted some animals along the way. The…”

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