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Location Icon Banff

Snowshoe Top of the World: Banff's Best Views!

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Overview

Quotes Logo Snowshoeing on Top of the World is a fun way to see Banff's beautiful winter land. Put on snowshoes and walk in a white, snowy place where there are no paths. It's just miles and miles of soft, white snow in front. A guide will take you to the nice winter land. This tour mixes fun, challenge, and learning. You'll love being outside in nature.

This tour takes you up to Standish Mountain. You'll ride in a gondola and chairlift. At the top, you'll see amazing views of Mount Assiniboine and the Canadian Rockies. You'll even walk across the line between Alberta and British Columbia. The tour includes hot chocolate and cookies to enjoy.

With professional guides, hotel pick-up and drop-off, snacks, poles and snowshoes included this is the best way to experience Banff! Quotes Logo

Highlights

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See Top Views: Ride a gondola and chairlift to the top of Standish Mountain for amazing views.

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Walk in Soft Snow: Snowshoe in miles and miles of soft, white snow with no trails.

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Cross Into B.C.: Walk across the Continental Divide into British Columbia.

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Enjoy Hot Treats: Get hot chocolate and cookies to enjoy during the tour.

Sentiment Analysis

  • Positive Highlight Icon Customers loved the amazing views and beautiful scenery.

  • Positive Highlight Icon Many praised the guides for being knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful.

  • Positive Highlight Icon Visitors found the tour well-organized and a fun workout.

  • Positive Highlight Icon People enjoyed the small group setting and personal attention.

  • Negative Highlight Icon Some found the snowshoeing difficult if they hadn't done it before.

  • Negative Highlight Icon One customer was denied from going due to not having the correct gear, but was able to go on another day with better gear.

The Journey

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Standish Mountain Gondola Ride

Begin your journey with a scenic gondola ride, ascending to the top of Standish Mountain. Enjoy panoramic views as you glide up.

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Backcountry Snowshoeing

Venture into the pristine backcountry, where you'll traverse through deep powder snow and experience the solitude of the Canadian Rockies. This provides a true backcountry snowshoe experience.

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Continental Divide Crossing

Cross the Continental Divide into British Columbia. Stand on the line that separates two provinces and take in the surrounding mountain scenery.

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Mt. Assiniboine Views

Witness the majestic Mt. Assiniboine and enjoy the full 360 degree views of the Canadian Rockies.

Know Before You Go

This tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional guide, snacks, poles, and snowshoes. Gratuities are not included. Be sure to wear snowpants, a ski jacket, hat, mitts, good winter boots, and underlayers.

Hot Tip

Dress warm and wear layers because you might get hot while snowshoeing. Bring sunglasses or goggles because the sun can be very bright on the snow. Listen to the guide and be ready to fall in the snow, it's part of the fun!

Review Summary

People finds this tour to be a well-organized and memorable experience, praising the scenic gondola and chairlift rides, knowledgeable and friendly guides, and the breathtaking views of the Rockies. Most highlight the fun and challenge of snowshoeing in deep powder, though some note that the activity requires moderate fitness and recommend dressing warmly. A few mention that the pace is adjusted for the group, making it accessible for beginners, while others appreciate the optional tree sections for added adventure.

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