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Banff & Canmore

Surrounded by the dramatically rugged peaks of the Canadian Rockies, in the heart of Banff National Park, there are endless fun things to do and check off your bucket list in and around Banff and Canmore.

Less than a two- hour drive from Calgary, Banff, the highest town in Canada, is definitely a place that you have to visit when you are in Alberta. Set in the Rocky Mountains, Banff is literally a playground for those who love nature with a wealth of amazing outdoor pursuits to choose from.


Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Canmore is about an hour west of Calgary. Situated along the banks of the Bow River, Canmore is the perfect jumping off spot for exploring Banff National Park and the Kananaskis Region.

For an unforgettable experience gift idea in Banff and Canmore, give your family and friends the gift of a  Banff or Canmore experience! As outdoor adventure hubs, at the foot of the Canadian Rockies, you can find experience gifts for her or him that will create memories they will never forget.

From unique helicopters tours and exhilarating winter adventures, to encounters with Canadian wildlife, and so much more, let Breakaway Experiences’ be a part of the adventure of a lifetime.

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Banff wildlife summer tour lake mountain view

Banff and Its Wildlife Tour - Summer

WhereBanff, Alberta
Price forPer Person
Discover spectacular scenery and watch for wildlife on the Banff and Its Wildlife Summer sightseeing tour. Build a connection to this World Heritage Site as you visit Banff's landmarks and historic places.
From $86
Banff sightseeing tour in winter - wildlife

Banff and Its Wildlife Tour - Winter

WhereBanff, Alberta
Price forPer Person
Uncover the secrets of a historic mountain haven with a local guide leading the way on the Banff and Its Wildlife Winter sightseeing tour. Frozen waterfalls, ice on a mountain lake, Canadian wildlife, and a castle in the snow await you!
From $82
Banff Clue Solving - a SOCIALLY DISTANCED OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

Banff Clue Solving Adventure

WhereBanff, Alberta
Price forUp to 5 participants
Explore Banff on a clue solving adventure that transforms this scenic town into a real-life puzzle board, where you and your friends are the game pieces! This is your chance to do some sightseeing with a competitive interactive twist where you have to solve clues to discover local landmarks.
From $79
Boo at Banff Grizzly Bear Refuge Kicking Horse Mountain

Banff Grizzly Bear Refuge Tour

WhereBanff, Alberta
Price for1 Participant
Visit the world's largest enclosed and protected grizzly bear habitat on a full-day tour from Banff. Meet Boo at the Grizzly Bear Refuge, visit Takakkaw Falls, the second highest waterfall in Canada, and enjoy lunch at the highest restaurant in Canada.
$289
Banff Sightseeing Chairlift , Mt. Norquay, Banff National Park.

Banff Sightseeing Chairlift

WhereBanff, Alberta
Price for1 Participant
Get ready for a view of Banff that will take your breath away! This famous North American Chairlift is your gateway to an unforgettable, open-air journey into the Rocky Mountains.
From $27
Snowshoeing Tour to Paint Pots banff winter activity

Banff Snowshoeing Tour to the Paint Pots

WhereBanff, Alberta
Price for1 Participant
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 8 years
Experience the spectacular beauty of Banff in winter on an easy 3-kilometre guided snowshoeing tour through Kootenay National Park to see the historical Paint Pots.
$94
Blackshale Suspension Bridge Hike and Sightseeing Tour, Kananaskis

Blackshale Suspension Bridge Hike and Sightseeing Tour

WhereKananaskis, Alberta
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 6 years
Enjoy breathtaking views of Kananaskis' Mountains on an easy hike to the Blackshale Suspension Bridge and along a High Rockies lush forest trail with a knowledgeable guide.
From $100
Frozen Bubbles Helicopter and Snowshoe Tour

Canadian Rockies Ice Bubbles Helicopter and Snowshoe Tour

Price for1 Participant
WhereJasper, Alberta
Get ready to soar over the breathtaking snow-capped Canadian Rockies, and snowshoe through the wilderness, and experience the frozen bubbles of Abraham Lake.
From $436
Discover Canmore on a SOCIALLY DISTANCED OUTDOOR scavenger hunt style ADVENTURE

Canmore Clue Solving Adventures

WhereCanmore, Alberta
Price forUp to 5 participants
Discover Canmore on an adventure that transforms this beautiful town into a puzzle board, with you and your friends as the game pieces using a smartphone to solve a series of clues & puzzles.
From $79
Canmore  Food Tour Quest, a family fun clue solving adventure

Canmore Food Tour Quest

WhereCanmore, Alberta
Price forUp To 4 Participants
Discover tasty hidden gems in Canmore on a unique, self-guided scavenger hunt style adventure. Embark on a quest for amazing local food while discovering fun, culture, art, history, and hidden gems.
$45
Columbia Icefields Tour from Banff, Ice Explorer

Columbia Icefields Tour

WhereBanff, Alberta
Price for1 Participant
Travel along the world-famous Icefields Parkway Highway and discover the awe-inspiring majesty of the Columbia Icefields. See, touch and even taste an ancient glacier on this thrilling full day guided adventure.
$314
Lake Louise, Banff Alberta tour in winter, couple

Discover Lake Louise in Winter

WhereBanff, Alberta
Price for1 Participant
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 6 years
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery of Lake Louise transformed into a winter wonderland on a small group guided tour from Banff.
$94
Kananaskis hike experience – survival session and hike

Family Survival Hike, Kananaskis

WhereKananaskis, Alberta
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 5 years
Price forUp to 8 Participants
Experience a private 3-hour survival skills session in a beautiful outdoor Kananaskis ‘classroom' in the Canadian Rockies tailored for families. Learn to how to follow animal tracks, what is edible along the track, what to do if you encounter a bear, how to start a fire without a lighter, and much more!
$425
Grotto Canyon Icewalk, banff in winter

Grotto Canyon Icewalk, Banff

WhereBanff, Alberta
Price for1 Participant
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 8 years
Explore frozen waterfalls and ancient pictographs on a guided hike along a frozen creek bed on the Grotto Canyon Icewalk. With an expert guide leading the way, experience a unique view of the canyon as you walk directly on the ice and creek bed floor.
$94
Johnston Canyon Icewalk, Evening Tour, frozen waterfalls

Johnston Canyon Icewalk, Banff – Evening Tour

WhereBanff, Alberta
Price for1 Participant
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 8 years
Discover one of Banff National Park’s most popular hiking trails at night during this small-group tour. Watch the frozen waterfalls shimmer as you embark on a Johnston Canyon night walk beneath the stars, in quiet darkness.
$94
Discover Kananaskis, AB on a SOCIALLY DISTANCED OUTDOOR scavenger hunt style ADVENTURE

Kananaskis Clue Solving Adventure

WhereKananaskis, Alberta
Price forUp to 5 participants
Discover Kananaskis’ stunning vistas and hidden pathways as you solve a series of puzzles and clues on an interactive, adventure.
From $79
Kananaskis hiking tour to a reclaimed mine and Ghost Town beer afterwards

Kananaskis Coal Mine Hike and Beer

WhereKananaskis, Alberta
Age restrictionMinimum age for participation - 8 years
Experience a Kananaskis guided hiking tour to a reclaimed mine, Kovach Mine, where coal miners once lived followed by a refreshing Ghost Town beer.
From $45
Kananaskis, Alberta, learn to SUP with Private Group Lesson

Learn to SUP Private Group Lesson, Kananaskis

WhereKananaskis, Alberta
Learn to SUP in the spectacular setting of Kananaskis Country and the Canadian Rockies. Guided by an experienced instructor, you will learn all the basics of stand-up paddle boarding during a two-hour PRIVATE group lesson.
From $64
The Chef & The Dish virtual online cooking class with chef

Private Virtual Cooking Lesson with The Chef & The Dish

WhereIn your home
Price for2 Participants
Learn some of the world's most iconic dishes from the comfort of your own kitchen. Experience a private, virtual cooking class with chefs from around the world.
$399

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