Lake Louise
Take a day off from skiing or snowboarding at Lake Louise and enjoy the wide variety of on and off-mountain activities the Lake Louise and Banff areas have on offer, including heli skiing, dog sledding, guided hikes, sleigh rides and more. As part of your Lake Louise Ski Package, Ski Tours Canada will include an up-to-date list of the activities on offer with your travel documentation. ON-MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES Torchlight Dinner and Ski Terrain Park OFF-MOUNTAIN ESCAPES Banff Upper Hot Springs – Unwind from a hard day on the slopes by soaking in mineral waters at the hot springs while taking in the spectacular mountain setting. Cross Country Skiing – With an abundance of trailheads easily accessible in the Banff area, why not try Nordic skiing in the scenic Banff National Park and maybe catch a glimpse of local wildlife. Douglas Fir Waterslides – Take the whole family to the Douglas Fir Resort and ride the indoor waterslides and whirlpool or relax in the pool, sauna and steam room. Dogsledding – See the spectacular wilderness of the Rocky Mountains while mushing a dog-sled team in this experience of a lifetime. Available daily from the Chateau Lake Louise. Ice Skating – Improve your skating or show off your skills at Chateau Lake Louise or one of several ice rinks open to the public in Banff, such as the Recreation Centre or Banff Springs Hotel. Skate rentals are available at various locations. Johnson Canyon Ice Walk – See the amazing upper ice falls of Johnson Canyon by hiking along steel walkways built into the canyons walls. Learn about how the canyon was formed and maybe catch a glimpse of some local wildlife. Heli-Skiing – Both intermediate and advanced skiers are Candidates for these heli-skiing adventures, with varied terrain and pace ensuring everyone is challenged. Private Guides – The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise offers customised winter excursions with fully-certified private guides, for individuals or groups. Tours include cross – country ski trips, snowshoeing tours, frozen canyon walks or even building a snow hut. Sleigh Rides – Top off your day in Banff with a traditional horse-drawn sleigh ride. Snowmobiling – Visit Wapta Falls and old trappers’ cabins on this beautiful scenic drive to the Beaver-Foot Lodge just outside Yoho National Park. So much more: For more information on any of these activities, contact Ski Tours Canada. Whatever your wish, Ski Tours Canada can design the perfect holiday plan for you. Remember, our aim is to make your holiday experience the best ever – leave the planning and research to the specialists at Ski Tours Canada.
Race Centre – See who really is the fastest skier in the family by having a race at the Lake Louise Race Centre. RCR’s Podium Club packages offer lift tickets, gourmet lunch, a group race and training from ski and snowboard pros – everything you need for a fantastic day on the mountain!
The Torchlight Dinner package includes an après ski party with appetisers, a full buffet dinner, live entertainment and a guided torchlight ski down the mountain. This event stars as soon as you finish your day of skiing and runs through until 8.30pm. Held every Friday.
Head to Lake Louise's ’RCR Rail Park’ and try out the large variety of rails, boxes and rollers on offer.
Banff Gondola - View 6 mountain ranges and some of the world’s most incredible scenery from atop Sulphur Mountain aboard your 4 person gondola.
