Lake Louise & Johnston Canyon Winter Day Tour from Banff

5.0(89)8 hFree cancellationBy Radventures

About this activity

Turn one day into lifelong winter love.

Hike the icy depths of Johnston Canyon, past frozen waterfalls and steel catwalks, then step out onto frozen Lake Louise, where the ice trail stretches toward Victoria Glacier and snow-loaded peaks frame every step. Skate, snowshoe, or walk the lakeshore, with free skates and snowshoes for everyone. Round out the day at the winter spots our guides love most, keeping an eye out for elk and bighorn sheep along the way.

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Highlights:

❄ Skating and snowshoeing on frozen Lake Louise

❄ Johnston Canyon's frozen waterfalls

❄ Free skates, snowshoes, ice cleats, and poles

❄ Picnic lunch and hot drinks included

Why book with Radventures:

▸ Max 10 guests in a premium van, never a coach

▸ Banff-born, independently owned

▸ 1% of every booking protects the places you explore

What's included

✓Comfortable, premium transportation
✓Small group experience (max 10 guests)
✓Polaroid souvenir
✓Fresh water refills (BYO bottle)
✓Local guide trained in photography and storytelling
✓Essential winter gear: ice cleats/crampons & hiking poles
✓Hot drinks (hot chocolate, coffee, or tea) & sweet treat
✓Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select Banff locations
✓Snowshoes (one size fits all)
✓A fresh picnic lunch from a local favourite: a gourmet sandwich (turkey by default), fruit, and a baked treat. Have a preference or dietary restriction? Contact us for an alternative.

Not included

✕Ice skates (contact Radventures if you'd prefer skates instead of snowshoes)
✕Guide gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Meet at the front of the hotel lobby. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:35am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the bus loading zone on Elk St, in front of the BANFF sign. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:30am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the front of the hotel lobby. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:25am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the bus loading zone outside the Fairmont Shops, by the turning circle. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:20am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the front of the hotel lobby. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:15am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the front of the hotel on Banff Ave. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:05am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the front of the hotel on Banff Ave. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:05am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the front of the hotel on Banff Ave. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:05am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the Roam Bus Stop on Tunnel Mtn Rd outside Tunnel Mtn Resort. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:00am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under 8 are unable to join our small group adventures (please contact Radventures if travelling with children for alternative options)
Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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