Experience the picture perfect viewpoints of Banff before soaring up summit Sulphur Mountain on the Banff Gondola for 360-degree views over Banff.
This small group tour is the perfect introduction to Banff and includes some of Banff’s most scenic and historically significant highlights such as the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner Lookout, and Banff’s largest lake, Lake Minnewanka. Plus, enjoy hot chocolate or fresh water (depending on the time of year) and maple cookies at one of the scenic stops.
You’ll then be transported to the base of Sulphur Mountain and begin your Banff Gondola tour, which leads to the top of Sulphur Mountain at 7,486 feet. At the summit, marvel at the unsurpassed view of Banff, the Bow Valley and a 360-degree view of six scenic mountain ranges. You’ll feel like you’re on top of the world when you are standing on the spacious main level observation deck. After your download on the Banff Gondola, our guide will transport you back to your Banff hotel.
During your sightseeing and gondola tour through Banff, you’ll likely see wildlife so bring your camera! And ask as many questions as you like, our guides are Banff experts and love to share their knowledge.
More information on the Banff Gondola:
The gondola over Banff National Park is a must-see attraction during your visit! Each gondola cabin holds up to 4 passengers and transports you 700 metres (7,486 feet) to the peaks of Sulphur Mountain. Once you reach the top, you’ll experience 360 degree views of six breathtaking mountain ranges located throughout the area. There are 2 restaurants available for casual or elevated dining, and plenty of beautiful spaces to enjoy the scenery. The ticket for your Banff gondola ride is included in your Discover Banff Tour package.
Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour with Banff Gondola Reviews
The best parts of the Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour with Banff Gondola for most people include the following:
Bow Falls
The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Surprise Corner
Hoodoos Lookout and Bow Valley viewpoint
Lake Minnewanka
Banff Gondola
Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour with Banff Gondola Reviews
Most guests choose to self-drive into Banff, although please note that you will need to find parking in Banff that exceeds the duration of the tour. You can park for instance at the train station, where we can pick you up as well. Please refer to the Town of Banff website for general parking information, or the banffparking.ca website for live parking availability. For guests staying in Canmore, you can also use the Roam bus service and disembark at the Banff High School. The closest pick up point to the Banff High School is across the road at the Elk and Avenue Hotel.
Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour with Banff Gondola Reviews
- All children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.
- Photo ID may be required for identity verification.
- By participating in a tour with Discover Banff Tours, guests are acknowledging that they understand that we may take video and photographs of them during their tour. These videos and photographs may be used in promotional materials including, but not limited to, social media.
- Please note that this tour requires a minimum of 4 participants, please call the day prior to confirm the tour.
Discover Banff & Its Wildlife Tour with Banff Gondola Reviews