Top 4 Things To Do in Banff this Summer 2023
There are many things to do in Banff in summer, it all depends on what your goal is. Are you looking to experience the heights of Banff in a new way? Maybe you want to appreciate the Rockies from the inside out. Are you alone? With kids?
At Banff Adventures, we offer many types of adventures to cater to everyone’s wishes. If you’re not sure what to do in Banff this summer, keep reading for our top picks for those looking to experience the speed, calmness, heights or depths of Banff’s natural beauty.
Heights: Ziplining
Whether you are looking for some family fun to tire out the kids or want to satiate your inner adrenaline junkie, ziplining with Banff Adventures is one of the things you can do this summer in Banff. Discover the amazing wonders of Banff while feeling the rush of adrenaline from soaring over the deep valleys. Be sure to keep one eye on the ground (and sky) for any of our wild animals here! We will provide you with the helmet, harness, and training you need to safely go on your zipline tour. All that you have to worry about is having fun.
Depths: Cave Tours
Banff Adventures offers cave tours to anyone looking to see Banff mountains from a different perspective. A fun thing to do in Banff in the summer or in winter, cave tours explore natural stalagmites and underground lakes, with fossils spread out along the trek. For our more adventurous cavers, we offer the Adventure Cave Tour that includes rappelling a 60ft drop as well as 6 hours of cave exploring with a trained guide. Our Explorer Cave Tour offers incredible views of the ancient formations of stalagmites and stalactites, perfect for the explorer who wants to keep both feet on the ground at all times.
Slow: Lake Cruise
Serene lake cruises are a magnificent way to spend your afternoon. Out of all the things to do in Banff in summer, lake cruises are among the most relaxing options that Banff Adventures offers. A quick jaunt from the centre of Banff, Lake Minnewanka is a scenic Banff lake where you are free to relax with family and friends. Join us on our lake cruise this summer to learn the history behind Lake Minnewanka and greater Banff.
Speed: White Water Rafting
If you’re chasing speed and looking for something to do in Banff this summer, come whitewater rafting with Banff Adventures! From a gentle trip down the river with your kids to a more intense rafting experience, we provide opportunities for all! Our Family Whitewater tour features a calm float down Kicking Horse with plenty of splashing rapids from class 1 to 3. If you or your kids are yearning for something a little more intense, try out the Kananaskis Rafting experience. Predominantly class 3 rapids, this ride will give your kids more adrenaline as well as the option to jump in and swim!
Plan your next Banff trip this summer
Banff Adventures has all of the things to do this summer in Banff. Whether you are looking for you and a friend or you and your family, there are many things to do in Banff this summer! Contact us to make your vacation in Banff unforgettable!
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