Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise– Hike, Canoe or Sightsee
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Want to hike the famous Lake Agnes Teahouse and still see Moraine Lake on the same day? Or rent a canoe at Moraine Lake and still see Lake Louise on the same trip?
Best Time for Turquoise Waters
We arrive when the lakes are at their most turquoise color
⏰ Perfect 8 AM Start
⏳ The best timing options:
3.5 hours at Lake Louise and 1.5 hours at Moraine OR 3 hours at Moraine Lake and 2 hours at Lake Louise.
Travel through a wildlife corridor and a wildlife habitat to get a chance to spot animals like bears, wolves, cougars, elk, and deer.
Ride in Comfort with 14-passenger van with panoramic windows, high roof, and air-conditioning
✅ No Lineups, No Hassle
✅ Expedited access to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise. NO crowded parking lots and long shuttle waits!
✅ Expert Local Guides.
✅ Convenient Pick-Up Locations in Canmore, Harvie Heights, and Banff—just a short walk from most accommodations.
☂️ We provide umbrellas
✅ Moraine Lake access fee included.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please contact us in advance for infant/child safety seats to confirm availability. No infant/child will be allowed to sit on the parent's lap. If the guide arrives and there is a child who requires a child safety seat, but you have not requested and confirmed one with us in advance — and do not have your own — unfortunately, you will be denied boarding, and no refund will be issued.
We have limited extra space in some of our vehicles for strollers and inflatable SUPs. If you plan to bring these items, please ensure that the stroller is foldable and the SUP is inflatable. It is essential that you contact us in advance to confirm availability of space for your equipment. If you arrive with a stroller or SUP without prior notice and confirmation, we may not be able to accommodate it. Should this prevent you from boarding the tour, unfortunately, no refund will be provided.
Each traveller is required to sign an electronic waiver at the latest 24 hours before the trip. Please sign using your full name; initials or first names alone will not be accepted as signatures. Please do not list any other adult (over 18 years old) under your waiver. You will find the link to the waiver in your confirmation.
Please note that canoe rental is not included and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. The rental docks are managed by the hotels at the lakes, and the cost is approximately $160 per hour per canoe. At Lake Louise, canoes can typically accommodate up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 small children, depending on weight distribution. At Moraine Lake, canoes can typically fit 2 to 3 people, depending on weight distribution.
Pick-Up Information For MORAINE LAKE AND LAKE LOUISE EXTENDED TOURS ➔ PICK-UPS IN CANMORE or HARVIE HEIGHTS: Pick-up is between 8:00–8:15 AM ✺✺ PICK-UPS IN BANFF Pick-up is between 8:30–8:45 AM. Please be ready 10 minutes before your pick-up window begins. Due to multiple stops, your driver may arrive slightly earlier or later. Look for a white Ford Transit van with CANMORE TRAVEL logo on it.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Comfortable transportation with a 14-passenger van
Moraine Lake access fee
local, knowledgeable driver/guide
water- bring your own bottle
Air-conditioned vehicle
pick-ups and drop-offs at many pick-up locations in Canmore, Harvie Heights and Banff
guide's gratuities-always very appreciated but not mandatory
canoe rental fee
What To Expect
Vermilion Lakes
We will journey past the picturesque Vermilion Lakes, framed by the breathtaking backdrop of majestic Mt Rundle.
Moraine Lake
You will have two options: 1.5 hours at Moraine Lake and 3.5 hours at Lake Louise OR 3 hours at Moraine Lake and 2 hours at Lake Louise. Experience the famous Moraine Lake, the top attraction in Banff National Park! Our friendly local driver/guide ensures you arrive at this magical location just in time to witness the stunning most vibrant turquoise color. The same that made you to come here to visit. With small group sizes limited to a maximum of 14 passengers, you'll enjoy an intimate experience. Our drivers remain the same for the whole day, and best of all, no waiting in lines! Join us for an unforgettable Moraine Lake and Lake Louise experience.
Options
Moraine Lake long
Reviews
104 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Bears, lakes and beautiful scenery with a great guide
Tamara C,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our driver was very knowledgeable. He pointed out the fencing they put in to save the animals from traffic. He was very personable. We saw a huge blackbear and he told us all about the bear they call Boss. We really enjoyed this trip.
AMAZING experience paddleboarding Moraine Lake and Lake Louise
amandalG4891EB,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00AMAZING experience and super guide through Canmore Travel! Our tour guide Cory was an outstanding young man, friendly, respectful, polite, very knowledgeable about the area, and genuinely enthusiastic about his role. He went above and beyond, even taking a turn helping us manually pump up our paddleboards to maximize our time on both Lake Moraine and Lake Louise. THANK YOU Cory!!
Lake Moraine Lake Louise Extended Tour
Nicole M,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing experience yesterday. I don’t remember our guides name, but he was awesome. He was very polite, knowledgeable, and kept to the schedule. I would definitely recommend this tour. We were at Moraine Lake for 1.5 hours and it was plenty of time to take photos on the rock pile and hike by the lake. Our time in Lake Louise was actually too much time. We managed to rent a canoe and have hot cocoa and a muffin at the little coffee shop. We didn’t hike only because my knees were already hurting. Weather was great. We saw an elk on our drive back.
Great day out!
89IanF,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour and staff so helpful especially as I turned up on the wrong day having mistakenly booked the wrong date! Rectified in 5 minutes! Dave was a great guide. Fun and informative, And of course, the scenery was wonderful!
Fun tour and knowledgeable tour driver
Melissa W,
Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A great tour to Lake Louise and Moriane and learned a good bit about the area from our tour driver, Andres. He was knowledgeable about the area, made sure we knew what to do/ where to go at each location. Even helped one passenger who need assistance getting around. Took us on Bow Valley to look for wildlife as well. It was the perfect day, rain and all!
Lake Louise and Lake Moraine
788maryjeanh,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great tour. Our guide Andreas was informative, took great care of us, and was accommodating to everyone on the tour. We all got to have the experience we wanted. I highly recommend this tour.
Private Tour of Lake Louis and Lake Morraine
laurajimenezalvarado,
Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Yannick was super punctual and very friendly, we learned many things that he was talking about along the way which made very enjoyable, always explained in detail the times of the tour and as it was a private tour we ourselves distributed the time between the two lakes. I would take a definitive tour with them again in the future!!!
Outstanding!
Laura K,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everyone on the tour got excellent, individual attention from the tour leader, who ensured every person was able to make the most out of the wonderful trip to gorgeous Lake Moraine and Lake Louise. The tour was also right on time, with the tour leader ensuring we didn’t waste a minute, so we could maximize our time enjoying the sites.
Just a wonderful trip with so much to see . Highly recommend, and would do the trip all over again .
timpR182ON,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yes , informative driver, beautiful area.A lot of tourists there . But it was very manageable. Actually my neighbor across the street from me , did a couples trip a few weeks later . Gave him our complete itinerary as a guide, and they used 90 percent of it . They loved it as well .
Couldn’t be any easier
Jet08104731671,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Exceeded my expectations. Very convenient pickup and drop off from condo. Our guide Andreas was terrific and told us interesting stories to and from Lake Moraine and Lake Louise.
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