Explore Peyto, Bow & Emerald Lakes, Takakkaw Falls, Banff & Yoho

Emerald Lake is your chance to slow down and enjoy one of Yoho National Park’s most memorable settings. Cross the wooden bridge, stroll along the shoreline, or find a spot to enjoy your packed lunch with a mountain view. Your guide will share favourite photo spots and walking suggestions before you explore at your own pace.

Takakkaw Falls makes an impressive finale to your day in Yoho. After a scenic drive through the valley, follow the short trail toward the falls, hearing the roar grow louder as you approach. Your guide will share the story behind its name, with time to take photographs, feel the mist, and appreciate its enormous scale.

Natural Bridge offers a close look at the Kicking Horse River as it rushes through a rock formation shaped by centuries of flowing water. Your guide will share how this landmark formed, with time to explore the viewpoints, take photographs, and listen to the water thundering below.

Castle Mountain Viewpoint is a place to pause and appreciate the scale of the Rockies. Its towering, layered rock walls resemble a fortress rising above the valley. Your guide will share the story behind this recognizable peak, with time for photographs and a quiet moment to take it all in.

Peyto Lake is a highlight of our journey along the Icefields Parkway. Follow the short trail to the lookout, where the lake’s vivid blue water and distinctive wolf-shaped outline come into view far below. Your guide will share the story behind its colour, with time to take photographs and enjoy the mountain panorama.