Banff Gondola & Lake Cruise Tour

FromCA$286.65
5 hours
Banff, Canada

About this activity

Experience Banff's natural beauty with a gondola ride and lake cruise, offering stunning views and iconic landscapes.

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

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Banff National Park on this exciting day trip. Begin with a scenic gondola ride up Sulphur Mountain, where you'll be treated to panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. At the summit, take in the stunning vistas and snap some memorable photos. Next, embark on a relaxing boat cruise on Lake Minnewanka, Canada's largest lake in the Rockies, surrounded by towering peaks and lush forests. This tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts and those looking to experience the iconic landscapes of Canada. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure!

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from Banff
  • Banff Gondola ride to Sulphur Mountain summit
  • Lake Minnewanka boat cruise
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

1

Pass by: Views of Banff National Park

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Ascend the Banff Gondola and enjoy the views from our boardwalk deck

Duration: 1h 20mAdmission: YES
3

Pass by: Views of Sulphur Mountain while you are on the gondola

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

Pass by: Views of Bow Falls

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5

Pass by: Views of Tunnel Mountain

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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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.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES

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

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

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Easy and Comfortable Outing

Our host Hailee and Driver Gerald were welcoming, informative and very energetic adding greatly to this excursion. Lunch was an added surprise. Including two attractions with tickets included made the day easy and fun. Plenty of time at all the stops.

Companion06740405317Jun 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

A must tour of Banff with Colin & Eleanor

Our day started with a very punctual team, Eleanor and Colin, this was their first time working together. They played off each other very nicely. We never felt rushed. Colin would take time to pull over to get pictures of Big Horn Sheep, or any other animal if we had seen one. He is very entertaining and has a great knowledge of the area. Eleanor was a knowledge and accommodating. We would highly recommend this day tour.

Localopinion123Jun 11, 2026TRIPADVISOR

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.

Sarah HSep 28, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Fun Tour

We saw a lot of sites we would not have seen solo and had great guides that were very knowledgeable and patient

Micki_FSep 23, 2025VIATOR

Super

Smooth transitions. Great excursion. If you’re lucky you will get Mike the driver- an actual local. The gondola and cruise were fantastic

Franca_YSep 15, 2025VIATOR

Additional information

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