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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

“We had a wonderful time. A nice break from our more physical adventures during the week. In addition to wildlife, we got to see beautiful views and different areas that we hadn’t planned on traveling to. Our guide made the experience even better with her…”

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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

“The tour was incredible. Lubo was very knowledgeable and lovely, he knew a lot of Banff’s history and gave us information the whole tour. We got to see White tailed deer, huge crows and Elk! It was pretty amazing! He made everyone feel comfortable, answered…”

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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

“It was a wonderful experience. Felt we got to understand the history of Banff and saw all the key places. It was short, sweet, and very informative. Bobby (our guide) was fantastic. He was very knowledgable.”

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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

“A nice easy paddle upriver and then a leisurely float back down. We were fortunate to see two bears, one chasing the other. We also saw beaver, weasel and ducks. Jacob was great at getting us all working together and was able to keep us…”

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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

“I had a great time during my trip. Michael, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable about the area and you can see he loves what he do. All the places we stopped were beautiful and I felt comfortable all the time. So, I will recommend…”

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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

“The guides were excellent. Friendly and very helpful. Ethan was our guide and he was very knowledgeable. We saw a beaver by its den. The evening tour was the perfect time to go. I highly recommend this tour.”

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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

“We had an awesome time with our fantastic and very knowledgeable guide Charlie. Highly recommend the tour and the climb to the top of the gondola ride”

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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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