The Athabasca Glacier at the Columbia Icefield seen from the Icefields Parkway
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Banff Glacier Tours: 7 Great Ways to Admire the Icefields

One of the main attractions of Banff National Park is its glaciers. The Victoria Glacier, Crowfoot Glacier and the massive Columbia Icefield are just three of these impressive rivers of ice in the Canadian Rockies. Below you’ll find 8 tours that allow you to watch them up close. Hence, you can even explore one while…

A full solar eclipse in a cloudy sky, creating a brown gloom
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Watch the Solar Eclipse in Banff: Your Ultimate Viewing Guide

Fancy watching the eclipse in one of the most spectacular settings on Earth? Banff National Park is a prime spot to witness this natural phenomenon! In this guide, you’ll find everything you need to know to experience the eclipse in the park.  The upcoming (partial) solar eclipse in Banff on October 14, 2023, is a rare opportunity…

A private jet flying to its destination

Fly to Banff on a Private Jet: Combine Luxury with Dazzling Scenery

The most comfortable and luxurious way to travel to Banff National Park is by private jet. If you intend to do that, you’ve come to the right place. This article answers all your questions.  Probably want to visit Banff National Park because of the majestic scenery. Or maybe you want to fly to Banff because…

Freight cars of an abandoned coal train in the old town of Bankhead near the town of Banff in the Canadian Rocky Mountains
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Educational Activities for Kids in Banff: Fun AND Learning!

If you’re visiting Banff with growing kids, I imagine you want them to learn a bit while enjoying the park’s great outdoors. Look no further. This article lists six activities that are both fun and educational! Why not combine the useful with the pleasant, eh? In Banff National Park, this is as easy as it…

Island in the Mistaya River with water crushing down into Mistaya Canyon in Jasper National Park

27 Unbeatable Views in Banff: Your Guide to Discovering the Park

Banff National Park offers so much breathtaking scenery that seeing everything is impossible. That’s why I compiled a shortlist of 27 unbeatable views you must see during your visit to the park.  Some of the views on this list are the most touristy in the park, but there are also some less obvious ones that…

A big canoe named Clipper waiting on the shore of Bow River, waiting for passengers, near the town of Banff
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Paddling Tours in Banff: 8 Best Canoe and SUP Trips in the Rockies (2025)

One of the most relaxing, beautiful and satisfying ways to explore the beauty of the Canadian Rocky Mountains is by canoe or SUP. In this article, I listed the eight best paddling tours you can do in Banff National Park and beyond. This post contains affiliate links, and any sale made through such links will…

A car driving on the Icefields Parkway with high, snow-covered mountains in the background in Banff National Park

Driving through Banff National Park: Insider Touring Tips (2025)

Gonna drive through Banff National Park? In this article, you’ll find everything you need to know, whether you’re just passing through or exploring the park by car. As you drive through the park, get ready for some breathtaking sights. Driving in Banff National Park is suitable during summer and winter, with well-maintained roads providing easy…

A father and son admiring the turquoise blue waters from an unkown glacial lake during a hike in Banff National Park
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Safety Tips for Hiking with Kids in Banff: Family Adventure Guide

Thinking about hiking in Banff National Park with your kids, but worried about safety? Well, not anymore, because I have laid out some valuable tips and guidelines in this article. They’ll help you have a wonderful and safe time hiking in the Canadian Rockies with your little ones. I get it, the Rocky Mountains. With…