Banff Gondola & Lake Cruise Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Stunning views from Sulphur Mountain summit
- Scenic boat cruise on Lake Minnewanka
- Explore Banff's natural beauty
- Experience iconic Canadian landscapes
- Perfect for nature enthusiasts
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Banff
- Banff Gondola ride to Sulphur Mountain summit
- Lake Minnewanka boat cruise
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Pass by: Views of Banff National Park
Ascend the Banff Gondola and enjoy the views from our boardwalk deck
Pass by: Views of Sulphur Mountain while you are on the gondola
Pass by: Views of Bow Falls
Pass by: Views of Tunnel Mountain
See the Rocky Mountains from a new perspective while touring beautiful Lake Minnewanka on a panoramic 1-hour interpretive cruise. Beginning from the western end of the largest lake in Banff, the Lake Minnewanka Cruise sets sail under towering peaks. Take in breathtaking mountains and emerald-green water as you keep a watchful eye on forested slopes and rocky shorelines for wildlife and waterfalls. Cruise always included from June 1 to October 7th.
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm the tour schedule and availability in advance.
- Be aware of the cancellation policy and any associated fees.
- Ensure you have a valid ID for check-in purposes.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for mountain conditions.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning views.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Duration ranges from 4.5 hours to 6 hours
- Prior to your travel date, your hotel details must be provided to the local tour operator so they may arrange your pickup. If you do not indicate this at the time of booking, you will be required to call and advise them of this information directly. The contact details will be on your voucher once you have a confirmed booking
Traveler reviews
Pursuit trip to Banff Gondola and Lake cruise- excellent host Holly
Excellent day out with a Banff Gondola trip and Lake Minnewanka cruise. We were on a trip with Pursuit tours and our host was Holly. Excellent visit to Banff Gondola and up Sulphur Mountain, just spectacular. On to a boat cruise on Lake Minnewanka, also fabulous. Holly was a great host and she made it memorable for us.
Fun Tour
We saw a lot of sites we would not have seen solo and had great guides that were very knowledgeable and patient
Super
Smooth transitions. Great excursion. If you’re lucky you will get Mike the driver- an actual local. The gondola and cruise were fantastic
Good tour, despite poor advance communication
Brewster was unresponsive (I was on hold for 2 hours before finally getting a call back) and Viator was unhelpful in answering questions. The tour operator and Viator should provide an itinerary of the tour in advance. Conflicting information was provided regarding departure time from the meeting point as well as lunch plans. While the tour description says no food/drink provided, a full lunch buffet actually was provided. All this aside, Ben and Andrew were great tour hosts and I’d recommend them for future tour opportunities.
Great way to kick off your stay in Banff!
Bus tour that starts in Banff, works through a few local sites (drive by castle, stop at garden) then winds out to the gondola, plenty of time to take boardwalk to weather station for epic views, food/coffee/gifts at the top of Sulphur MT. Then a stop for lunch before heading to Lake Minnewanka for a 1.5 hour cruise. Ben the bus driver, Andrew the guide, Kenji the captain, and Hayden the boat guide were all amazing! Back to Banff by 4pm.