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I don’t think it could’ve...
I don’t think it could’ve been a better trip! Conditions and guide were amazing! Definitely would recommend!
The Banff Stargazing Tour - 2hr Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $68 / person
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 220 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- MEETING POINT: CAVE AND BASIN PARKING LOT/Welcome Building - 311 Cave Ave, Banff AB T1L1K2. Meet your guide outside the Welcome Building (glass building) located in the Cave and Basin PARKING LOT. Your guide will have a Clipboard and smile.
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Description
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.
Tour Options
Itinerary
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.
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.
Highlights
Ice Cleats Included *when required
Headlamps and Lanterns Included
Professional Certified Guide
What's included
Included
Ice Cleats Included *when required
Headlamps and Lanterns Included
Professional Certified Guide
Traveller Ratings
4.8
220 reviews
Important Information
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
How long does The Banff Stargazing Tour - 2hr Walking Tour take?
The Banff Stargazing Tour - 2hr Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does The Banff Stargazing Tour - 2hr Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $68 per person for this Banff experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel The Banff Stargazing Tour - 2hr Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is MEETING POINT: CAVE AND BASIN PARKING LOT/Welcome Building - 311 Cave Ave, Banff AB T1L1K2. Meet your guide outside the Welcome Building (glass building) located in the Cave and Basin PARKING LOT. Your guide will have a Clipboard and smile. . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is The Banff Stargazing Tour - 2hr Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
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.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
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.
Reviews(220)
K
Amazing tour! Aiden was a...
Amazing tour! Aiden was a great tour guide, with fun stories and lots of knowledge. We also saw a herd of elk at the beginning and end of the tour! Our photos turned out amazing and we saw the Milky Way!
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Amazing Experience
We were concerned if the hike was canceled due to weather. Tried but COULD NOT get any response from the booking agent. Glad though we made it to the gathering point and it was a go. Tour guides Aiden and Ella were exceptional, knowledgeable, caring. Especially on how they reacted when came across with elks along the no-light trail. They made the hike Very Enjoyable. Will definitely do it again, hopefully not in a cloudy night.
M
Cool experience but not sure it’s worth the price
The guide was lovely and pleasant. I was a bit disappointed in how much I spent for this because I saw the same stars on my drive home. I got a couple of cool pictures and that was it. Didn’t seem worth the price but still had a decent experience!
M
Star gazing at its finest! One of our favorites!!
Our guide Aiden was PHENOMENAL… informative, super bright and just confident in what he knows and does! Our fave guide of our time in Banff!! The experience was a bit more adventurous than we expected- you will be walking in the pitch dark for a few miles on a trail in the woods which we never would have attempted on our own! With that said… the star gazing was AMAZING!!! We even saw the Northern lights!!! Such a pleasant surprise and would def recommend this excursion!!!
S
10 out of 10
Aiden was a fantastic guide! He educated us on the constellations and coached us through taking the best photos of them. Beautiful walk.
S
Fantastic stargazing
An excellent and fun late evening walk with plenty of fantastic stargazing. We were extremely fortunate to have no smoke, clear skies and Ella, our enthusiastic and very knowledgeable guide!
J
Great night tour!
This was a great tour, and a fitting capstone to our visit to Banff. Ella was a great guide. She was knowledgeable, friendly, engaging even after midnight, and really brought the skies to life.
V
Would do it again!!
Ella our guide was fantastic! She had great stories, was knowledgeable about the constellations, animals in the area, and some history of Canada. The walk was easy but long enough to make it fun. The sky was beautiful and stars were popping! Don’t let the time deter you from a beautiful experience! Bonus- ample amounts of parking!!!
J
Big highlight of our trip to Banff
The stargazing tour with guide Aiden was a big highlight of our trip to Banff. Aiden was exceptionally knowledgeable about the night sky and had some amazing stories to share not just about astronomy but also the history, lore, and culture of the region. This helped make our experience truly unforgettable. We recommend this experience to anyone interested in connecting deeper with the Banff experience. Thank you so much and we can’t wait to come back and do it again.
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