Banff Stargazing and Night Sky Tour from Canmore or Banff
Duration
2 hour(s)
Languages
English
Skip the line
Included
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Milky Way far from city light pollution
Learn interesting facts about astronomy and natural phenomena in Banff
Explore hidden and secluded areas of Banff National Park at night
Experience rare glimpses of the northern lights in pristine mountain skies
€ 82.03
€ 75.47
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Experience the wonder of Banff National Park at night on a stargazing tour that offers a magical and peaceful escape from the crowds. Step into a secluded location where light pollution is minimal and the stars shine in all their glory. Marvel at the Milky Way while your guide shares fascinating stories about constellations, celestial events, and the wonders of the universe. On rare and lucky nights, you may even witness the northern lights dancing across the sky, creating an unforgettable natural spectacle that will stay with you long after the tour ends.
Explore the serene side of Banff that few visitors ever see. This gentle group tour requires no heavy hiking or special equipment, making it perfect for couples, solo travelers, and anyone seeking a unique connection with nature. Relax in the stillness of the Rockies as the night sky unfolds above you, offering a sense of awe and tranquility. This experience combines education, adventure, and wonder, providing a once in a lifetime opportunity to connect with the universe in one of the most beautiful natural settings on earth.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Goods and Services Tax
Hot drinks
Warm blankets
Telescope
Chairs
Tour guide
All meals
All personal expenses and travel insurance
Gratuities for guide
Comfortable shoes
Weather appropriate clothing
Bottle of water
Camera
Public transportation nearby
Not wheelchair accessible
Dress warmly for cold winter temperatures and snowy conditions
Cameras or smartphones recommended to capture stars and Milky Way
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Activity Provider: Banff Journey
Customer Reviews
Samantha
This Johnston’s Canyon experience was the perfect start to our trip! What a BEAUTIFUL hike, and our guide Neil made it that much better! What a unique experience to see flowing water behind a frozen top layer. It wasn’t a difficult hike, mostly a slight incline the whole time and super well maintained so the icy conditions weren’t a problem. There was only maybe two spots where it got a little steeper, but Neil gave us breaks and used that time to point out unique features of the area and the critters who inhabit it. The studded cleats they provided were perfect to combat the snow, and they had walking poles for anyone who needed them. It took about 2.5 hours -ish to do the entire hike. We had a small group so we were able to go to both lookout points for the upper falls, which was incredible. Neil was so accommodating, such a wealth of knowledge, and was so patient with all of our questions. He was personable and it was evident he really cared about the area and is passionate about sharing that knowledge with others. We actually learned so much, that the rest of the trip we were able to reference what Neil told us. We could not have gotten luckier with having him for a guide. While you don’t technically need a tour to visit this area, 10/10 recommend booking with Discover Banff. Not only was the transportation great because we didn’t have a car, but there’s no way we would have seen everything and learned so much if we hiked it solo.
Justine
We had the best day today, discovering Lake Louise in the wintertime. We had an amazing lunch at beautiful Emerald Lake and the highlight was definitely the s’mores around the fire! Our guide truly made the experience, Elijah was very knowledgeable and had the best stories to share. Thank you so much Eli for such a wonderful day!!
Clara
We had the absolute best time snowshoeing with our tour guide Heidi!! The trail was unreal and she even gave great tips on how to capture it on our phone in the best way!! Every step of the way was gorgeous and we learnt a lot of facts from Heidi, she truly made our first snowshoeing experience the best and very memorable. I’d definitely recommend this tour, it’s a really great activity to do (the maple taffy is also very delicious) and if you happen to get heidi as your tour guide you’re very lucky :))
Dennis
We had an amazing outing doing the Johnston Canyon Ice Walk with our guide Elijah LaCourse. He was very knowledgeable, personable, and professional. He made sure all in the group were doing ok, stopping several times along the way up to point out interesting facts and giving us a moment to rest. I would recommend Elijah and Discover Banff Tours every time. Thank you for an amazing experience.
Jacob
We very much enjoyed our tour with Neil whilst here in Banff. He was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable about Banff and its history. Neil was able to change our tour at the last minute due to weather changes closing Lake Moraine and kept us all excited about the new lake location. We did multiple tours whilst in Banff and Neil was by FAR the best guide we had!