Moraine Lake and Lake Louise tour: Turquoise waters, peaks

Walk the shoreline of two turquoise glacial lakes in one half-day

This three-hour guided tour visits Moraine Lake and Lake Louise, the two most sought-after lakes in Banff National Park, with guaranteed entry to both. You walk the shoreline at Lake Louise with views of Mt. Victoria and the Lake Louise group, then drive 20 minutes to Moraine Lake to hike the Rockpile Trail for views of the Valley of the Ten Peaks. A certified guide shares the flora, fauna and history of the park throughout. The tour runs in a small group of up to 15 passengers in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Lake Louise1h · entry included
2. Moraine Lake1h · entry included

Visit Lake Louise and Moraine Lake

• Arrive at Lake Louise
• Walk shoreline with guide
• Drive to Moraine Lake
• Hike Rockpile Trail viewpoint
• Return to Lake Louise Ski Resort

The experience

Three hours gets you to both lakes and back. The tour starts at Lake Louise Ski Resort & Summer Gondola, where you walk the shoreline with a certified guide who points out Mt. Victoria and the surrounding mountains while explaining the local ecology and history. The turquoise water and the glacier backdrop are the draw, and the guide's knowledge fills in what the landscape itself does not say. From there it is a 20-minute drive to Moraine Lake.

At Moraine Lake, you hike the Rockpile Trail to a viewpoint overlooking the turquoise water against the Valley of the Ten Peaks: the photograph most people come for. The trail is short and the viewpoint is the destination. You are not trekking deep into the backcountry. After the viewpoint, another 20-minute drive returns you to where you started. Guaranteed entry to both lakes means you skip the parking lot lottery that catches most visitors. The operator secures your access in advance.

The group stays small (up to 15 people in one air-conditioned van), so the guide can actually talk and you can hear. A certified guide in English leads both walks and answers questions as you go. Service animals are welcome. The tour suits all fitness levels because the walking is moderate and the pace is set by the group, not by a race schedule.

What’s included

• Certified guide in English.
• air-conditioned vehicle for up to 15 passengers.
• guaranteed entry to both Moraine Lake and Lake Louise.
• shoreline walk at Lake Louise with views of Mt. Victoria.
• Rockpile Trail hike at Moraine Lake to the Valley of the Ten Peaks viewpoint.
• transportation between the two lakes.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 22 Jun 2027

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Youth (6 to 12 years) · Child (under 6)

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.Operator's directions: “Meet us outside of the Lake Louise Ski Resort & Summer Gondola between the Whiskey Jack Lodge and the Lodge of Ten Peaks.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Wild Water Adventures

Is this one for you?The tour walks both shorelines and hikes the Rockpile Trail, so you are on your feet for parts of the three hours, but the pace is set by the group and the terrain is moderate. Choose this one if you want to see both lakes and do not want to drive or navigate between them yourself.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 12 years); Child (under 6).

How much walking is involved on this tour?

You walk the shoreline at Lake Louise with your guide, then hike the Rockpile Trail at Moraine Lake to reach the viewpoint overlooking the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Both walks are moderate and paced for a small group. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels.

What is the Valley of the Ten Peaks?

The Valley of the Ten Peaks is the dramatic mountain backdrop visible from Moraine Lake's viewpoint, and it is one of the most photographed vistas in Banff National Park. Your guide explains the peaks and the geology as you stand at the overlook.

Do I need to arrange my own transportation to the starting point?

The tour begins at Lake Louise Ski Resort & Summer Gondola. Public transportation options are available nearby if you do not have a car. The operator's vehicle picks up from there and handles all transport between the two lakes.

What is included in the price?

The tour includes the certified guide, air-conditioned vehicle transport between both lakes, and guaranteed entry to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise. Gratuities and the Banff National Park entrance fee are separate.