Top Banff Sports Lessons

The majestic landscapes around Banff are perfect settings for rock climbing adventures. But, if you're a beginner, it can be difficult to know where to start. This small-group rock climbing experience is suitable for all levels of experience, from novice to advanced. Whatever your ability, you'll benefit from expert instruction, experience the thrill of climbing and be prepared for getting out into nature.

Delve deep into the Banff National Park and admire the scenery from the water on this canoe adventure. Paddle along the pretty Bow River and listen as your guide sheds light on centuries of Canadian history and heritage. Watch the riverbanks for sightings of native wildlife, a great activity for the whole family.

Maximize time in Banff with a small-group guided e-bike and hiking tour. Ride your e-bike past Vermilion Lakes and along the shaded Legacy Trail before cycling the Bow Valley Parkway to Johnston Canyon. Continue with a guided hike to the Lower Falls Bridge. This approximately 4-hour tour combines two popular activities in one experience.

Renowned for its breathtaking scenery, Lake Louise Ski Resort spans 4,400 acres across four mountain faces as one of North America’s largest resorts. Pairing a SkiBig3 Lift Ticket with a private lesson at Lake Louise is the ultimate way to master this massive alpine paradise. Guided by a top instructor, you'll explore gentle cruisers, glades, chutes, and wide-open bowls. Since almost every chairlift accesses terrain for all abilities, your coach can effortlessly match runs to your skill level while showing off iconic, camera-worthy views of glaciers, lakes, and peak-filled horizons in Banff National Park. Beyond Lake Louise, your SkiBig3 pass unlocks full access to the high-alpine snow at Banff Sunshine and the historic slopes of Mt. Norquay. By dialing in your confidence on Lake Louise’s versatile terrain, you’ll be primed to experience the absolute best across all three world-class mountains.

Perfect for newbies, this canyoning experience at Heart Creek Canyon, near Banff and Canmore, features a relatively easy approach and amazing scenery. A popular hiking destination, Heart Creek serves as an ideal location to learn how to rope rappel. Rappels progressively increase in length, culminating with a 60-foot (18 meter) waterfall rappel and slide.

Choose from four of Banff National Park’s most iconic trails on this full-day, guided hiking tour with a packed lunch. Pick the perfect walk for your level of ability and experience, and take in spectacular mountain scenery no matter which option you select. Options vary by day and include the Larch Valley, Stanley Glacier, Consolation Lakes, or the Plain of Six Glaciers (see respective days below).

The Rockies boast some of Canada’s most spectacular scenery, but the rugged mountain terrain poses a unique set of challenges. On this full-day sightseeing tour, enjoy round-trip travel from Banff and reach far-flung attractions including Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway in comfort. Stop at picturesque spots including Bow Falls and Moraine Lake, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour—limited to 22 people.

Unlock the ultimate Canadian Rockies adventure with a package combining a SkiBig3 Lift Ticket with an exclusive private lesson at Mt. Norquay. Just minutes from Banff, your journey begins on Norquay’s historic slopes. Working one-on-one with a top instructor, you’ll dial in your technique, master edge control, and build unshakeable confidence free from long lines and crowds. With your skills locked in, your SkiBig3 pass unlocks nearly 8,000 acres across three world-class mountains. Float through light powder bowls at Banff Sunshine and tackle the vast, iconic terrain of Lake Louise with absolute ease and control. When the sun sets, head back to Norquay for Banff National Park’s only night skiing and high-speed sliding at Tube Town. Complete with free resort shuttles, this all-in-one package lets you refine your turns at Norquay, then conquer the very best of the Rockies.

Perched high on the Continental Divide just 15 minutes from town, Banff Sunshine boasts 3,300 acres of 100% natural snow. Pairing a SkiBig3 Lift Ticket with an exclusive private lesson at Banff Sunshine unlocks the ultimate Rockies adventure, starting with tailored coaching high above the treeline. Your private instructor customizes your day, whether you are perfecting wide-open alpine turns or prepping for Delirium Dive—ranked among the world’s top off-piste zones. With dedicated feedback and priority lift line access, you will quickly elevate your riding amidst pristine, untouched wilderness. Once you’ve explored Sunshine’s three sprawling peaks, your SkiBig3 pass grants access to the iconic bowls of Lake Louise and the fast-carving groomers of Mt. Norquay. Voted a Ski Magazine “Top 10 Resort in the West,” Banff Sunshine provides the ultimate high-alpine launchpad to conquer all three legendary resorts with complete confidence.