Grassi Lake and Grotto Canyon Small Group Half-Day Tour in Banff

6 hours (approx.)
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Experience a half-day tour to witness the beauty of the Canadian Rockies. Start your day with a pick-up from Canmore or Banff. Grotto Canyon: one of the more beautiful walks in the Canmore/Banff region. Hiking down to get to the narrow-walled creek bed and discover the pictographs. As the smooth limestone walls get steeper and steeper, you’ll come upon a fork in the creek bed. Heading right takes you to a majestic waterfall known as the Grotto Canyon. Grassi Lakes is a popular spot for hiking, photography, and wildlife viewing. This lake is known for its vibrant turquoise color. •A small group allows your guide to give you more attention and makes the experience more comfortable •Hassle-free pickup and drop-off services available from Canmore and Banff •See the stunning Grassi Lake and the breathtaking Grotto Canyon.

What to Expect

Shared tour (max 14)

2 stops

3 places

6 hrs duration

Stop at: Grotto Canyon

90 min

Grotto Canyon is one of the more beautiful walks in the Canmore/Banff region. Hiking down a frozen creek bed through a tiny canyon, past unique rock formations and majestic icefalls, is known as the Grotto Canyon Icewalk.

Pass by: Three Sisters

When snow covers these three peaks in the winter, they look like a nun's headpiece. The three peaks were given the name the Three Sisters in 1886.

Stop at: Grassi Lakes

90 min

Grassi Lakes is a popular spot for hiking, photography, and wildlife viewing. This short picturesque trail is great for families and is one of Canmore's most popular hikes. this lake is known for its vibrant turquoise color. The surreal clear blue waters lined with bright green algae are fed by the Spray Lakes Reservoir above. In winter, with snow-covered trees lining the Grassi Lakes hiking trail and dramatic snow-capped mountains all-around, the winter scenery can be magical.

What's Included

INCLUDED

GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Tour Guide (English, Mandarin, and Cantonese)
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Crampons (winter)
Hot drink (winter)

NOT INCLUDED

Meals
Personal expenses including activities and travel insurance
Gratuities for guide (CAD15 per person)

Meeting And Pickup

Start time:

7:00 AM

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Total tour duration includes travel time
If you need pickup at Calgary, please contact us directly

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If canceled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Grassi Lake and Grotto Canyon Small Group Half-Day Tour in Banff