10:45am, 2:15pm, 3:45pm, 12:15pm
Departure Time
30 Mins
Duration
10+
Age
Leisurely
Activity
Year Round
Season

Want to know more about wolfdogs? Learn all about the Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary and our wolfdog rescue initiatives during a 30-minute introductory talk inside a wolfdog enclosure.

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This quick tour takes you to a viewing platform within the enclosure where you can see the wolfdogs while our guide gives a 30-minute presentation. This presentation will teach you general information about wolfdogs and the mission behind the Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary. This is a great way to photograph one of the packs of wolfdogs from inside their enclosure as well as have full access to speak to one of the wolfdog experts.

In addition to the Intro Tour, guests can take in a self-guided Sanctuary Walk to read informational signage and stroll past more wolfdogs that call this Banff Wolfdog Sanctuary home. Guests can enjoy this either before or after their tour.

Please note that there is no interaction with the wolfdogs on this tour. The Wolfdog Sanctuary Interactive Tour is recommended for anyone interested in this.

Included
  • 30 minute Wolfdog Intro Tour
  • Wolfdog Sanctuary Walk
OPEN
  • Saturday
  • Sunday
Transport Options
  • Meet at the Wolfdog Sanctuary (Cochrane)
Guide Quote

Shannon's Pick

"Animal lovers won't need much convincing to be so close to these beautiful creatures. Learn what wolves and your own dog have in common!" - Shannon , Reservations Agent, Discover Banff Tours

Wolfdog Sanctuary Reviews


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The best parts of the tour for most people include the following:

1

Wolfdog Sanctuary Intro Tour

A 30 minute presentation given by one of the wolfdog caretakers, with entry into one of the wolfdog enclosures and the opportunity to photograph them (behind a short barrier).
2

Wolfdog Sanctuary Walk

An interpretive, self-guided walk through the sanctuary allows you to view the various packs of wolfdogs at your own pace.
Included
  • 30 minute Wolfdog Intro Tour
  • Wolfdog Sanctuary Walk
OPEN
  • Saturday
  • Sunday
Transport Options
  • Meet at the Wolfdog Sanctuary (Cochrane)
Guide Quote

Shannon's Pick

"Animal lovers won't need much convincing to be so close to these beautiful creatures. Learn what wolves and your own dog have in common!" - Shannon , Reservations Agent, Discover Banff Tours

Wolfdog Sanctuary Reviews


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The tour itself is a 30 minute experience, however you will have lots of time before or after your tour to explore the entire sanctuary.
The experience at the Sanctuary includes a 30 minute introductory talk with one of the experienced staff members, to understand more about wolfdogs and what the sanctuary does. Guests will be taken into a closed off section of an enclosure (behind a short barrier) to view a pack of high content wolfdog, with the opportunity to photograph them inside their enclosure.

In addition, guests will also be able to explore the entire sanctuary on a self-guided walk to view the 20+ wolfdogs on site. Educational signs are placed throughout the sanctuary, so visitors are able to learn interesting and key facts about wolves and wolfdogs. Throughout the day, different activities are scheduled, so while on the walk guests may be able to see different packs get fed, given toys, etc. There is also a gift shop at the sanctuary with a variety of merchandise for sale. All the proceeds of the items sold in the gift shop go directly towards caring for the animals at the sanctuary, as well as continuing their rescue efforts.

The Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctary is located on Range Road 53 on the 1A Highway, 60 minutes from Banff and 10 minutes from Cochrane. Detailed driving directions will be included in your booking confirmation.
Tour times are 10:45am, 12:15pm, 2:15pm and 3:45pm, all year round. The tour runs every Saturday and Sunday but the sanctuary is open from Thursday to Monday.
Tours run in all weather conditions; rain or shine, -30C or +30C. Please ensure that you dress for the weather as you will be outside for the duration of the tour, and wear appropriate footwear as this is a walking tour. On cold winter days, we highly recommend snow pants, gloves, a toque and a warm coat! We ask that tour participants refrain from wearing any real fur products, but Faux fur, sheepskin, leather and down filled jackets are fine to wear. Please avoid using any strong scents or perfumes, as wolfdogs are very sensitive to smells. Fanny packs or small cross body purses are now allowed to enter the enclosures. Large purses and backpacks are not permitted and we try to encourage people to just bring a phone/camera with them. We are able to store guest’s bags at the front desk, or they can leave them in their vehicles.
No, this tour does not involve any interaction with the wolfdogs. For guests interested in this, the Wolfdog Sanctuary Interactive Tour is recommended.
There is a 24 hour cancellation policy, you can change/cancel or refund your booking 24 hours outside your booked tour (up to 7 days for group booking).
Tips are not expected but our staff certainly appreciates them. If you had a great day and wish to indicate so through a tip to the staff they are graciously accepted.

Included
  • 30 minute Wolfdog Intro Tour
  • Wolfdog Sanctuary Walk
OPEN
  • Saturday
  • Sunday
Transport Options
  • Meet at the Wolfdog Sanctuary (Cochrane)
Guide Quote

Shannon's Pick

"Animal lovers won't need much convincing to be so close to these beautiful creatures. Learn what wolves and your own dog have in common!" - Shannon , Reservations Agent, Discover Banff Tours

Wolfdog Sanctuary Reviews


4.5
3894+
4.4
374+
4.5
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  • Children must be 10 years and older, please.
  • This tour is currently not wheelchair accessible, walkers are also not permitted, but canes are fine.
  • No smoking is permitted on the sanctuary grounds (this includes the parking lot).
  • Please do not bring your own dogs to the Sanctuary, in your car or otherwise. This is a health and safety issue and greatly upsets the wolfdogs.
  • Photo ID may be required for identity verification.
Included
  • 30 minute Wolfdog Intro Tour
  • Wolfdog Sanctuary Walk
OPEN
  • Saturday
  • Sunday
Transport Options
  • Meet at the Wolfdog Sanctuary (Cochrane)
Guide Quote

Shannon's Pick

"Animal lovers won't need much convincing to be so close to these beautiful creatures. Learn what wolves and your own dog have in common!" - Shannon , Reservations Agent, Discover Banff Tours

Wolfdog Sanctuary Reviews


4.5
3894+
4.4
374+
4.5
786+
Wolfdog Intro Tour with Discover Banff Tours
Yamnuska WolfDog Sanctuary
Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary Sanctuary Walk in Cochrane
Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary Sanctuary Walk
Browse the gift shop at the Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary