Lake Louise & Lake Moraine Tour: turquoise glacial lakes
Glacial rock flour turns the water turquoise—that's what you're actually looking at.
A five-hour tour of Lake Louise and Lake Moraine in the Canadian Rockies, departing from Banff with entrance fees, air-conditioned vehicle and parking included. You walk the shoreline at Lake Louise beneath Victoria Glacier, hike the Rockpile Trail at Moraine Lake for views of the Ten Peaks, and travel through Banff National Park with photo stops and chances to spot elk, deer and birds. An audio guide in English accompanies the tour.
5h
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore Lake Louise and Moraine Lake
- Marvel at Lake Louise turquoise waters
- View Victoria Glacier and mountains
- Stroll along Lake Louise shoreline
- Visit Moraine Lake and Ten Peaks
- Hike Rockpile Trail for views
- Pass by Morant's Curve returning
The Experience
The turquoise color you see at both lakes comes from glacial rock flour—sediment carried into the water by melt-water from the surrounding glaciers—and it's the first thing that stops you. Lake Louise sits framed by Victoria Glacier and the surrounding peaks; you can take a leisurely stroll along the shoreline or opt for a canoe ride to experience it from the water. The drive from Banff takes about an hour to reach the lakes area, so the tour builds in time for that approach.
Moraine Lake is set against the backdrop of the Ten Peaks, and the Rockpile Trail hike is where the most iconic views in the Canadian Rockies open up. On the return to Banff, you pass Morant's Curve. Throughout the day, the well-equipped tour vehicle gives you the landscapes of Banff National Park from a comfortable seat, with plenty of stops to photograph and to watch for the diverse wildlife that calls this region home—elk, deer, and a variety of bird species are all possible sightings.
What’s included
- Entrance fees to both lakes.
- air-conditioned vehicle with photo stops along the way.
- parking fees.
- audio guide in English.
- pickup from Banff.
Operated by Jumper Tours
Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to visit both lakes in one outing with a canoe option at Lake Louise and a moderate hike at Lake Moraine, all within a single five-hour window.
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Top questions
What's the difference between Lake Louise and Moraine Lake on this tour?
Lake Louise is framed by Victoria Glacier and the surrounding peaks, where you walk the shoreline or take a canoe ride; Moraine Lake sits against the Ten Peaks and includes a hike of the Rockpile Trail for the most iconic views in the Canadian Rockies.
How long does it take to get from Banff to the lakes?
The drive from Banff to the lakes area takes about one hour, and the full tour runs five hours including the stops and activities at both lakes.
What wildlife might I see on this tour?
Elk, deer, and a variety of bird species call this region home, and you'll have chances to spot them throughout the drive through Banff National Park.
Is there a hike involved, or is this mostly driving and walking?
The Rockpile Trail at Moraine Lake is a hike that rewards you with iconic views of the Ten Peaks; at Lake Louise, you can choose between a leisurely shoreline stroll or a canoe ride instead.
What's included in the tour price?
Entrance fees to the lakes, air-conditioned vehicle transport, parking fees, and an audio guide in English are all included; pickup is available from Banff.
Lake Louise & Lake Moraine Tour: turquoise glacial lakes
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