Enjoying a well-deserved vacation is fun and relaxing, but if you want to stay fit, you probably would like to visit a gym in the park. The good news: Banff has several options. If you’re interested in yoga, this post is also for you. I get it; during your vacation in Banff, you’re eating out…
Fancy a splash in Banff? In one of the many beautiful lakes in the park? Don’t do it! With a water temperature of about 7 degrees Celsius (46 F), almost all lakes provide just a little too much cooling. Brr… Fortunately, there are also more pleasant options. Below you’ll find everything you need to know….
If you like camping in the Rockies, barbecuing is a sure thing. Although it can be done in many places, you’re bound by rules. What exactly are your options in the park and what restrictions apply? The good news: Yes you can bbq in Banff. The bad news: You can’t do it anywhere. Parks Canada…
If you want to see Banff National Park in a completely different way, go stargazing. See how the light of the moon and the stars give the mountains, trees and rivers a subtle glow. And be sure to bring your camera. The region of Banff and Lake Louise offers you the possibility to view the…
If you come to Banff for nature, why not experience it in a special way? In other words: discover the Rockies from the back of a horse, just like the pioneers did in the Wild West of the nineteenth century. You won’t regret it. Of course, Banff National Park is eminently suitable for exploring by…
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Icefields Parkway, Peyto Lake, Johnston Canyon, Columbia Icefields? Sure, you should see them all. But also for those looking for something a little different, there are plenty of options in Banff. How about a Lantern Cave Tour, a sled dog ride, or an Evening Wildlife Safari? Banff National Park pretty much…
If you visit Banff in the winter, you may be lucky enough to see the northern lights over the Rockies. So you absolutely wanna know what to expect and where to find the best spots to see aurora borealis. Because missing out on this opportunity would be a shame! This guide tells you all you…
Banff National Park is great to explore by car, but for someone who likes to see the Rockies in a more spectacular way, a helicopter flight might just be the thing to do. Several tour operators offer helicopter flights. Most of us have never flown in a helicopter. When you can do this for the…
If you want to experience the wilderness of the Rocky Mountains in all its purity, fishing is one of the best ways to go. And don’t worry if you didn’t bring any fishing equipment. You can rent all necessary equipment in both Banff and Lake Louise. As a fishing enthusiast, I don’t have to tell…