Banff: Lake Louise Canoe Tour & Moraine Lake | Skip-the-Line - 2026 (Verified Reviews)

About This Experience

At Lake Louise, our guests skip the line that everyone else waits in.

Highlights

• Skip the Lake Louise canoe line via our boathouse arrangement (canoe optional)
• See three iconic lakes: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Emerald Lake
• Moraine Lake access handled for you, no shuttle reservation to chase
• Paddle turquoise Lake Louise below Victoria Glacier (optional, paid on site)
• Relax with seamless, comfortable roundtrip transport from Banff or Canmore.

What's Included

• ✓ Skip-the-line boathouse access at Lake Louise. Through our arrangement with the boathouse, you skip the long public canoe-rental line (this is line access only; the canoe rental itself is optional and paid separately, see Exclusions)
• ✓ Roundtrip transportation with pickup and drop off in Banff and Canmore
• ✓ Professional local guide for the full tour
• ✓ Small-group experience, maximum 14 guests
• ✓ Guided sightseeing at Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, and Moraine Lake
• ✓ Moraine Lake access fully arranged. Personal vehicles aren't permitted, so we handle it, with no separate shuttle reservation needed
• ✓ All national park access, parking, and permits handled in advance

Not Included

• Canoe rental at Lake Louise is NOT included. Your tour price covers the skip-the-line access (the queue), not the canoe itself. If you choose to paddle, you rent the canoe and pay for it separately at the boathouse's standard rate ($180/canoe).
• Lunch at Lake Louise Village. A stop is built into the day, but the meal is at your own expense.
• Food and beverages (we highly recommend bringing water and snacks for the day)
• Gratuities for your guide (Recommended $15/per passenger)
• Travel insurance or personal coverage
• Professional photography services

Good to Know

• The canoe is optional and paid separately. The Lake Louise canoe rental is not included in the tour price. You pay the boathouse directly at their standard rate if you choose to paddle. What is included is your skip-the-line access through our arrangement with the boathouse. Canoeing is available at Lake Louise only and is subject to boathouse availability and weather on the day.
• A lunch stop at Lake Louise Village is included in the schedule, but the meal itself is at your own expense.
• Mountain weather changes quickly, so dress in layers and bring a light jacket.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for uneven paths and lakeshore areas.
• Restrooms are available at the lakes, but availability may vary by season.
• This tour operates rain or shine, as conditions often improve throughout the day.
• Arrival and return times are approximate and depend on traffic and weather conditions.
• Large bags or luggage are not recommended due to limited vehicle storage space.