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
178 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Jacob was our tour guide...
Donald H,
Oct 14, 2025
- 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
- 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.
Stary night
bathwal2000,
Oct 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00The night was amazing. Ben our tour guide was funny, personable and very knowledgeable about the stars. The walk was easy and beautiful
Very safe and super unique fun experience
Kristi K,
Oct 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00We absolutely loved this tour. The guides Ben and Ewan were so knowledgeable about different constellations - so many fun facts and a wonderful way to see the night sky! They were very kind and made sure everyone was safe. We didn’t know what to expect and were so happy and impressed with the tour. It felt very safe even though we were out in the forest because of our fantastic guides. I would do this tour again and would really recommend it!
The guides were very...
Sarah M,
Oct 9, 2025
- Viator
4.00The guides were very funny and informative. They made the experience even better than it already was. Would recommend looking ahead at weather and moon phase. I forgot about the full moon which makes things harder to see. But the company was great and said before we started that if we felt like we weren’t going to get the best experience tonight they would do a full refund.
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