Banff Sunset and Stargazing Tour - 2hr Walking Tour
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2 hours
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Join us for an unforgettable sunset and stargazing tour in the breathtaking Banff National Park, where adventure meets natural beauty. This immersive experience takes you into one of Canada's most stunning landscapes, providing ample opportunity to capture the magic of twilight and the marvels of the night sky.
As twilight fades, we will transition into an incredible stargazing experience. Banff National Park is renowned for its commitment to preserving dark skies, making it an ideal location for night photography. You'll find yourself surrounded by an astonishing array of stars, including the mesmerizing Milky Way, which creates a canvas unlike any other. This breathtaking view offers a perfect opportunity for photography enthusiasts to practice their skills under the stars.
Headlamps Included!
MEETING POINT: The Cave and Basin PARKING LOT/Welcome Building.
The tour departs just after sunset seasonally. We will contact you if we need to adjust the time for seasonal conditions.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transportation to and from the MEETING location is not provided. Contact your accommodation or local taxi service if needed. There is free parking at the MEETING location for rental cars.
Outdoor footwear is required. Trails are used by horse and human. Rated Easy: Walking Distance 5km / 3.5mi.
This tour departs if partially cloudy -50% cloud cover or less. Refunds offered up to departure time for any extreme weather events Cold/Rain/Snow.
The tour departure time changes seasonally with the sunset. You will be contact 8-24hrs prior via Viator Message IF there is a change in departure time. We depart just after sunset seasonally.
Eligibility: This tour is not suitable for individuals with mobility issues, back problems, recent surgeries, or serious medical conditions. Pregnant women are also advised to refrain from participating. Additionally, this tour is not designed for children under the age of 8.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Ice Cleats Included *when required
Headlamps and Lanterns Included
Professional Certified Guide
What To Expect
Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Meet in the PARKING LOT/Welcome Building of the Cave and Basin National Historic Site. There is free parking at this location. Please arrive 10mins before depature for setup. Your guide will have a clipboard and smile. Please let them know you have arrived.
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Join us for an unforgettable sunset and stargazing tour in the breathtaking Banff National Park, where adventure meets natural beauty . This immersive experience takes you into one of Canada's most stunning landscapes, providing ample opportunity to capture the magic of twilight and the marvels of the night sky. As twilight fades, we will transition into an incredible stargazing experience. Banff National Park is renowned for its commitment to preserving dark skies, making it an ideal location for night photography. You'll find yourself surrounded by an astonishing array of stars, including the mesmerizing Milky Way, which creates a canvas unlike any other. This breathtaking view offers a perfect opportunity for photography enthusiasts to practice their skills under the stars. 3.5miles total walking distance. Mostly flat.
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Banff Sunset and Stargazing Tour - 2hr Walking Tour
Reviews
182 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Tour
Peter G,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Kael was an awesome tour guide. Super knowledgeable and a great group leader. Definitely made the experience worth it more! The tour was great, we got a clear night with a super moon present! Saw lots of stars and had many great viewpoints for photos.
Lovely Nighttime Experience
Jenna M,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful time with Kaleb. We got lots of stories about the skies and he was more than willing to field any questions that came up. The path is paved but a bit uneven in places, so if you're clumsy/mobility impaired, I'd recommend bringing hiking poles, canes, etc. It was well worth it!
Night hike!
lance chamberlain,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience. Our guide Kael was awesome. So knowledgeable but also fun. He made it such a good experience.
No Regrets - Great Experience
Carmzy82,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I thoroughly enjoyed this experience! Unfortunately the sky clouded over so the stargazing was limited, but it was still a great walk on a lovely evening with interesting information and cool people! I only docked a star because the experience didn’t start off on the right foot. I arrived at about 5 minutes to the hour instead of the requested 10 min (my bad, I own that) and was greeted with Jacob yelling at me that I’m late and I could turn around and leave if I wasn’t interested… I almost did. But I’m really glad I didn’t. It only improved from there and I’m glad I shook it off and stuck it out. Kale (sp?) did a fantastic job for his first tour leading solo and it was great having a guide who was born and raised in the area. Definitely recommend, but don’t arrive late!!
This was such a fun...
Lorraine O,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was such a fun outing! Our guide Kael was awesome--so knowledgeable and funny! My friends and I had the best time on this walk, and the stars were absolutely beautiful. Would 100% do this again!
Great experience
trackchic8907,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Very personable and knowledgeable. Made the entire experience great and pointed out constellations and the history/lore behind them.
Really amazing...
Farah B,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Really amazing experience. Very bright stars and the guide was super informative and knew a lot about the area
A must!
Julia A,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What an incredible experience! The nighttime walking tour was absolutely magical — the stars were breathtaking, and the guides made the whole night even better. They were so funny, personable, and incredibly knowledgeable, sharing stories and facts that brought the sky to life. It felt like walking with friends who just happened to know everything about the universe. A truly special and memorable evening! Would highly recommend! ✨
Jacob was our tour guide...
Donald H,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Jacob was our tour guide and let me tell you. This is the tour to take. It went for the length of time quoted and we covered about 3 and a half miles. Really easy trail though I could see if the conditions were bad you may want to bundle a bit. Essentially give yourself the reasonable once over “would I do well in x temperature and condition” and you should be fine. We got to see some amazing stars and even some shooting stars! Great tour and well worth the effort.
My boyfriend and I were...
Beeta L,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My boyfriend and I were in Banff for just 48 hours so we wanted to make sure we booked tours that were worth while, this being one of them. At the start of our tour, our guide Ewan, informed everyone that the moon would be bright, which may impact the visibility of the stars and if anyone wanted, they would receive a refund. We decided to still continue the tour and so happy we did! Ewan was incredible! He was knowledgeable and you can tell he truly has a passion for what he does. He not only taught us about the different stars and galaxies, but he also helped with photographic settings on our phones to ensure we captured the best shot. He shared plenty of stories and also provided some historical context in regards to the National Park. We had a great time! Just make sure to dress warmly and use the bathroom before you go as the only bathroom on site closes early.
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