Banff Highlights & Wildlife | Award-Winning Small Group Adventure
Overview
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3 hours
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Explore with Banff's top-rated tour operator down backroads teeming with wildlife, plus our selection of Banff’s best viewpoints and secret spots.
Along the journey, you’ll be wowed by local tales and the fascinating history of Banff’s indigenous and European past as well as fun facts about our local wildlife, as we explore Banff’s backroads travelling through forests, mountain passes and wildlife corridors that bears, elk, moose, bighorn sheep, lynx, cougars, coyotes, foxes, deer and more call home.
Thanks to our small group and tour vehicle size, the access to areas of Banff that we have and our expert local guides insider knowledge, we see wildlife on 95% of our daily summer departures.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children 5 and under are unable to join our small group adventures
Call 4034939556 for any questions.
What To Expect
Banff National Park
Your expert local guide will tailor make the itinerary for each tour. Every day, we connect with other tour operators and Banff locals to gather information about recent wildlife sightings and consider seasonal weather conditions & big bus tour company schedules to ensure that you're getting the best, most authentic experience without the crowds! The destinations listed below are just some of the amazing stops you'll make on this tour.
Ascend up Mount Norquay, the home of Banff's first ski resort and visit our favourite viewpoint showcasing the town of Banff and the big mountains that surround it.
Options
Summer
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Water refills (please BYO water bottle)
Dusk/sunset tour time to escape the crowds and maximize chances of seeing wildlife!
Hotel Pick ups in Banff
Pick up and drop off at the Banff Train Station
Upscale, modern & spacious transportation with large panoramic windows
Complimentary hot chocolate, tea or coffee at a stunning viewpoint (winter only)
Small group guarantee (Max 12 guests)
Expert local guides
Guide gratuities (not mandatory but greatly appreciated)
To inquire about adding the Banff Gondola please contact Radventures before booking
Park Pass
Pickup points
Fairmont Banff Springs
405 Spray Avenue Banff Canada
Peaks Hotel and Suites
218 Lynx Street Banff Canada
Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
521 Banff Avenue Banff Canada
Canalta Lodge Banff
545 Banff Ave Banff Canada
Moose Hotel and Suites
345 Banff Avenue Banff Canada
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
807 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome Possum
abimbolao679,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of the most educational and informative tour. I learned so much and saw some much within the four grand days. What an amazing, friendly and knowledgeable guide Liam is.
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Patricia M,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Georgia was wonderful and very informative. She did a great and personal outstanding job showing us around. Very patient and helped amazingly to find wildlife.
Banff Highlights and Wildlife Tour in the Evening with R Adventures
Iain C,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great tour with our driver/guide Bea who was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic throughout the entire evening as we made our way around the outskirts of Banff looking for wildlife in the minivan. We also stopped at various points and Bea was able to talk about each the area. Although we did not see any bears we saw plenty of other wildlife including elk, deer, sheep etc Overall a fantastic tour with Bea
Big horned sheep
R6642EEkathleenr,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Aaron was very personable and cared that we had a great experience. We loved seeing the views from the gondola and seeing big horned sheep as the wondered the areas.
Oh the views!
allysonp608,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00First time touring Banff. What a gorgeous gem of a place. We had a lovely and knowledgeable guide, Liam. He was fantastic. We were lucky enough to see a mama bear and 3 cubs, elk, deer and mountain sheep all within a few hours. It was extra special and I highly recommend Radventures.
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Janet W,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Julia and Nolan were warm and friendly. They took us to beautiful sites and we were able to see lots of wildlife, including Big Horn Sheep, Elk, Mule Deer, White Tail Deer and Red Squirrel. They gave very interesting information along the way and made sure we were all comfortable. I highly recommend this adventure.
Excellent guide and...
Sally J,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent guide and evening seeing animals and great sights. Very knowledgeable on top places to visit
Had such a good time...
Saffron S,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had such a good time doing the wildlife tour with Max! He was incredibly knowledgeable and kept things fun and entertaining the whole time. We managed to see a great range of wildlife and beautiful Banff locations.
Great Tour!
Brandy C,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Aaron was a fantastic guide! We saw a bear and two cubs, big horn sheep, elk, deer, and some small animals. He was very funny and full of great information. We highly recommend the tour!
Great Tour!
Steve506,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a very good experience with Radventures! Pick up was exactly on time at the hotel. Max was an outstanding guide, with non-stop interaction including lots of information on the history and geographical features of the area. Saw lots of elk, mule deer, whitetail deer on our travel which Max provided lots of interesting information about. Great start to a vacation!
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