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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Water refills (please BYO water bottle)
Dusk/sunset tour time to escape the crowds and maximize chances of seeing wildlife!
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
Pick up from Banff hotels (please contact Radventures BEFORE booking for availability)
Guide gratuities (not mandatory but greatly appreciated)
To inquire about adding the Banff Gondola please contact Radventures before booking
Park Pass
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
Winter
Reviews
614 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
What a wonderful...
Jodi A,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00What a wonderful experience - Ollie knew so many fact about the wildlife and area. He told us many interesting stories about the park that made our tour so enjoyable!
The wildlife tour was...
Guy H,
Sep 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00The wildlife tour was great! We went to several locations and saw several animals including bighorn sheep and mountain goats. Our guide Ollie was excellent!
Perfect way to experience Banff
Robert C,
Aug 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00Although we only saw big horn sheep, our guide was very knowledgeable and we learned so much about the area and saw so many geographical sights.
Great Tour, Support Small & Local Business!
Tracy K,
Aug 31, 2025
- Viator
4.00Great tour with guide Cam. Interesting stories and friendly and accommodating. We saw some wildlife and a stunning sunset. (Wish we could have drove by Lake Minnewanka and had more time at our last stop to enjoy the view.)
Excellent Tour!
Martie P,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fabulous tour! Liam was an amaing guide! Didn't see any wildlife but the sites/scenic stops were amazing! Liam was really knowledgeable! Definitely recommend
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