Banff Lake Minnewanka Guided Cruise - Round-Trip Transport Included
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- Instant Confirmation
- Duration: 1 hour
- 1 person
- Meeting at the designated location
- Mobile voucher
- Use only on the selected date
- Cancellation unavailable
- English
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Highlights
This guided cruise takes you around Lake Minnewanka, the largest lake in Banff National Park, for about an hour by boat. Glide across the clear waters of this glacial lake and admire the towering Rocky Mountain peaks and valley views up close. Your guide shares engaging stories about the Indigenous peoples who lived in the area, local legends, wildlife and plants, and Minnewanka Landing, the town that lies beneath the lake. Show your same-day cruise ticket for free round-trip travel on the Lake Minnewanka Shuttle and Roam Transit Route 6.
Program
Meet your guide and captain
at the Lake Minnewanka dock
Meet your guide and captain at the Lake Minnewanka dock to begin your cruise. Lake Minnewanka is about 15 minutes from Banff, and your same-day cruise ticket gives you free round-trip travel on the Lake Minnewanka Shuttle or Roam Transit Route 6.
Take in the Rocky Mountain views from a glacial lake
Glide across the crystal-clear waters of the glacial lake and enjoy views of the surrounding mountains and blue sky. Take in the beautiful valley scenery of Canada's oldest national park, and look out for wildlife living along the shore, such as bighorn sheep, deer, mountain goats and occasionally even bears.
Hear stories of Indigenous culture and the lake
During the cruise, your guide shares fascinating facts about the wildlife and plants of the Canadian Rockies. Learn about the culture of the Indigenous peoples who called this area home, hear many local legends, and discover the story of Minnewanka Landing, the town submerged beneath the lake.
※ Wildlife lives in the wild, so sightings are not guaranteed.
※ Cruises may not operate in bad weather.
※ Boats can fill up in peak season, so boarding at your booked time slot is not guaranteed. If your requested departure is sold out, you can join a later cruise.
Information
What's Included
- Boat cruise
- Live commentary
- Guide
- Your booking includes free round-trip transportation on Roam Transit Route 6. It is free when you show your same-day ticket.
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
How To Use
- Please check your mobile voucher by email or in the WAUG app.
- Arrive at the Lake Minnewanka Cruise dock before your departure time and show your mobile voucher.
- Valid only on the selected date and time.
Meeting point :
Lake Minnewanka Cruise dock
Lake Minnewanka Scenic Dr, Improvement District No. 9, AB T1L 1A1, Canada
Meeting point information:
Lake Minnewanka is about 15 minutes from Banff. You can arrive by public transit or car, and the dock is a 5-minute walk from the parking lot and transit stop. On-site parking is very limited and may be full, so please allow plenty of time.
※ All usage conditions are subject to the information stated on the voucher. Refunds or compensation will not be provided if you are unable to use the service due to failure to check the information.※ All usage conditions are subject to the information stated on the voucher. Refunds or compensation will not be provided if you are unable to use the service due to failure to check the information.
Location
Lake Minnewanka Scenic Dr, Improvement District No. 9, AB T1L 1A1, Canada
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