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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

“Absolutely outstanding! Visited places we would never have known existed. Tour guide, the best - fun, friendly, knowledgeable & a good driver.”

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2.Banff: Evening Wildlife Safari Guided Tour

Experience Banff's wildlife at dusk on a guided 2-hour safari with expert guides, scenic views, and chances to see elk, deer, and more in their natural habitat.

★ 3.9

“Tour was great Roz was very informative and taught us a few things about the animals . Managed to see some mule deer and loads of elk and 2 coyotes was a great evening 😀”

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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

“Flossie, our guide was amazing! She was so much fun and knowledgeable about the animals and the history of Banff. Worth every penny. She took us to places we would have never thought to go on our own and we saw a huge herd of…”

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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

“Phoebe was a great guide. She really gave us helpful tips for our trip. It was out first tour and we really had a great time.”

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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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8.Wildlife on the Bow | Big Canoe Tour in Banff National Park

Experience Banff's wildlife from a canoe on the Bow River, with expert guides, stunning scenery, and accessible nature viewing—ideal for all skill levels.

★ 5.0

“This was a wonderful tour! The views were incredible and our guide, Nieve (spelling?), was fantastic! She gave us lots of local history facts and made every effort to make the trip as individual as possible. I would definitely book this trip again a the…”

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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

“Our guide was very informative providing us with a history, animal overview, and shared her life experiences with us. The hot chocolate was good too. We loved the time we spent on the trail. Overall it was great. Thanks for the experience.”

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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

“Excellent experience with our guide Lubo. Knowledgeable and enthusiastic and we loved the tour. Breathtaking scenery. Comfortable 4 hr bus trip with several scenic stops, and delicious hot chocolate snack. Thank you Lubo!”

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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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