Winter Escape

In the morning, find your bearings by soaring to the top of of Sulphur Mountain on the Banff Gondola. With 360 panoramic views, see more mountains in a moment than most see in a lifetime across six stunning mountain ranges. We'd recommend spending approximately 90 minutes at the summit exploring the interactive centre and wander along the boardwalk. 

Spend the afternoon by relaxing and taking in the breathtaking views and sparkling winter air of the Canadian Rocky Mountains on a scenic winter sleigh ride. Step aboard and relax as your cowboy guide takes you on a sleigh ride through Banff’s snowy mountain meadows. The outings usually last for about 45 minutes to an hour, which is the perfect length of time to enjoy the winter weather.

If you wish to enjoy the sunset from the top of Sulphur Mountain, simply do your sleigh ride in the morning or early afternoon and book the Gondola for around 4:30pm. 

Dog sledding has always been one of the most popular winter activities in the Rocky Mountains. This is one experience that you won’t soon forget. Enjoy the beautiful vistas of Spray Lakes whilst driving a dogsled team of Huskies. To warm up after your canine adventure, take a dip in the Banff Hot Spings. Open till late, this is a great night time activity.

After a few days of seeing the sightseeing, it's time to hit the slopes in true Canadian style! Whether you're a completely new to skiing or looking to experience the light and dry powder Canada is famous for, we have ski and snowboard lessons for everyone. Choose between either Mt Norquay, Sunshine Village or Lake Louise Ski Resort. 

If you're advanced skiier, you should consider heli-skiing!

Drive along the Bow Valley Parkway to explore the frozen icefalls of Johnston Canyon and contunie onto Lake Louise for a magical ice skating on the iconic lake. Make sure you have collected your ice cleat rentals and skate rentals before you leave Banff!

If you don't have a vehicle and want to visit either Lake Louise or Johnston Canyon, you can always join one of our sightseeing tours or guided icewalks.