Emerald Lake, Takakkaw Falls & Canadian Rockies Hidden Gems

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

If you feel like you’ve seen & done just about everything in the beautiful, but busy Banff National Park, then joining us on this tour to the lesser-known but just as incredible Yoho National Park will most definitely scratch that adventure itch you’re still working away at!

Highlighted by stops at the amazing, neon blue waters of Emerald Lake, Canada’s tallest waterfall at Takkakaw Falls and one of the Rockies nearby best kept secrets in neighbouring Kootenay National Park, this tour gives adventurous folks access to our personal favourite locations to experience the epic beauty of the Canadian Rockies without the summer crowds.

- Explore the Canadian Rockies epic, hard to reach gems in Yoho & Kootenay National Parks

- Feel the power of one of the biggest waterfalls in all of Canada (380m tall!!)

- Get off the beaten path and experience the Canadian Rockies best kept secrets!

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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)

Expert & fun local guide with lots of local secrets to share!

Upscale, modern & spacious transportation with large panoramic windows

Small group guarantee (Max 12 guests)

Onboard cooler to keep drinks & lunch cold

Hotel pick-up in Banff or Lake Louise (please contact Radventures BEFORE booking for availability)

Guide gratuities (not mandatory but greatly appreciated)

Premium upgrade that includes a picnic lunch (please contact Radventures before booking)

Park Pass

What To Expect

Kootenay National Park

A land of ice and fire, Kootenay National Park is a place of contrasts, with valleys and canyons carved by glaciers and grasslands marked by fire. Take a scenic drive along its historic highway.

•Admission Not Applicable

Marble Canyon

Just over the continental divide, where the Rockies cross from Alberta into British Columbia, lays one of our favourite local secrets in Marble Canyon. Awaiting us here is an easy 1.3 kilometre out and back trail that crosses several bridges providing amazing views across the canyon and down into the startling turquoise water of Tokumm Creek below. If you like a learning moment woven into on your hikes, stop to marvel at how this little creek carved through the creamy coloured sedimentary rock over millennia to create the canyon. Otherwise, just marvel at the beauty.

1 hour•Admission Included

Options

Go Chasing Waterfalls

Reviews

4.97

65 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Ray and Cam were great...
Christopher C,
Jun 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Ray and Cam were great tour guides and this trip was a great way to see Yoho and the surrounding area without having to worry about driving or parking in crowded areas.
We saw lots on this one!
Chris R,
Jun 17, 2025
- Viator
4.00
It was good but be sure you are prepared to hike. As we arrived at the Marble Staircase, we saw a bear from the parking lot but no other wildlife all day. Rae did well driving the winding road to the falls.
All went great!
Jenna B,
Jun 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00
All went good!! Beautiful weather too! Definitely recommend this tour and Amelia was great!! Amelia had all the answers to everyone's questions too!
Amazing!
Erika T,
Oct 4, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Very well planned! I got to see so many places that I wouldn’t have had the chance to if not for this tour!
Loved it
Nancy S,
Sep 8, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Amelia was awesome. We had a great day with her on this excursion. So glad we decided to go. Takakkaw Falls was my favorite .