I've visited Banff 8 times... My number one thing to do is a day trip on Bow highway. Drive it at 20mph and turn into every available side road.. Ending at the gondola overlooking Lake Louise..
@@guitareMTL yes. Allow a full day to explore the turn outs and take in the view...Johnston Canyon is another great place on the Bow highway. Take the trail to Stella falls at Johnston. Have great time.
Awesome video n introduction ! I was there last week in Lake Louise , Johnston Canyon , Bow River and My favourite stop @ Moraine Lake , climbed up to the peak of rock piles . It’s amazing 😍 Thank you !
I’m just back this week from an awesome visit to Canada!! It’s so like here in Scotland. One trip I’d definitely recommend is a visit to the Athabasca Icefields and the Skywalk!
We enjoyed our trip to Banff in 2019. Enjoyed your video and agree with your selections. If going north (eg. Columbia Icefields), make sure you stop at Peyto Lake. It's a little north of Lake Louise. The brilliance of the blue lakes is greater appreciated from elevation and when parking at Peyto Lake it is a relatively short uphill walk to a magnificent viewing area of the lake as it is much lower than the parking elevation. To get the same brilliance at Lake Louise it is a much longer uphill walk that may be difficult for many. So much to see in Banff and the surrounding areas
Yes, Peyto Lake is very pretty; I wish I had a dollar for every picture that was taken from that lookout. Definitely a few frames per second during busy times.
amazing! i’ve been living here in alberta for almost 10 yrs and every summer we go multiple times around banff to go hiking, and until now i haven’t been to moraine cause it’s so busy, hopefully this weekend will be able to get in 🥲❤️❤️☺️☺️ thank you for the amazing video! 😃
Thank you for your amazing tips and video. I wasn’t aware of how beautiful Banff is, and now I’m definitely looking forward to planning a trip over there, so I’ll be checking out your other videos as well!! Thank you!!
This is awesome thank you! I am planning a 10 day trip for June 2024. I think I want to stay in Jasper my first few days, then a night or two at the Fairmont Louise and then maybe finish in downtown of Banff. Not sure if that is over doing it though. Thanks for the tips!
Thanks for the very informative video. My wife and I are going June 7th for 2 weeks with a Camper through the Canadian rocky's and we start in Banff where we stay for 2 days. then we continue our trip to Jasper and make it a nice route to go back to Banff via Clearwater, Enderby and Revelstoke. can you give us some advice on what kind of clothes we should bring? greetings from the Netherlands.
Weather it can be hit and miss. It can be up to 25° in the daytime and close to freezing at night. It's tough to pack for because you need clothes to keep you warm. And clothes for summer weather. I would pack layers so you can layer up if you need to.
Hi @Jeroen Dekker we did a roadtrip Jasper back to Banff, Clearwater BC. Banff onwards Jasper had route to Clearwater BC about 5-6 hours away go back through Jasper to be able to back to Alberta (where Banff then onwards to Okanagan to Enderby OR from Jasper to Clearwater BC then into Kamloops BC to Enderby in the Okanagan, to Revelstoke then Golden BC then finally back to Banff. Make sure your have GPS on ya. There is no Banff and direct Clearwater, BC route.
I've been searching for this video! Planning a trip for next summer. You answered most of my questions without the annoying music, etc. BTW, is there a shoulder season anymore? Looking for fewer crowds, but still sone nice weather. Thanks
thanks for the great video! may i ask when you went? i'm trying to plan a trip to banff this year either mid june, july or end of august? would love to hear your recommendations and preferrably when the lake is not frozen.
I love to swim in the falls. I mean I want to stand under the falls and enjoy the swim. Is it possible there? What would be the water temperature in summer time? Please let advice.
Thank you for the support! We loved Johnston canyon and can't wait to go back. And the strolls around lake Louise are flat and beautiful. If anyone else watching has any ideas for hiking, please comment below.
@@NorthernVikingExplorer Thank you so much. Appreciate your thorough, direct to the point and not too much adlibs videos. I will definitely take those in consideration when we go there by summer. More power to you!
Great video! I need some advice though. I’m planning with a friend to drive from Vancouver to Calgary (Whistler, Revelstoke, Banff in between) during the 2nd half of october. Is it actually advisable to drive that route and what would the weather conditions be like?
I'm not sure about Alberta but I know in British Columbia you need winter tires from October 1st to April 30th to go through the mountain passes. Every year is different as the conditions vary widely. We travel the pass to Vancouver quite commonly and it is often a snow storm and then the next time it's clear even in the winter. As a general rule of thumb the routes are open year around but they will shut down from accidents and severe weather conditions.
Would you recommend leaving my drone at home Looks to be pretty restricted so wondering if its even worth taking it. Thank you enjoyed your tips . Benjamin
Coming from the US, do we need to exchange US dollars to Canadian dollars...or can we use US dollars there? Also, is canoeing really that much for an hour?
Yes, Canoeing was that price. Extremely expensive. As for US dollars, most of the stores will accept them however you will not get a favorable exchange rate. Your best bet is to use a credit card or exchange into Canadian dollars before you come.
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I really like this video:, very informative, straightforward, organized, concise and enjoyable. Keep it up.
Awesome 👍 Thanks for the kind words.
going with family at the end of july, thanks so for the location recommendations!
Thank u so much. Great help. Visiting this fall.😊
You're very welcome! It is such a fun place to visit.
I've visited Banff 8 times... My number one thing to do is a day trip on Bow highway. Drive it at 20mph and turn into every available side road.. Ending at the gondola overlooking Lake Louise..
I'll be in banff for 5 days in june.
Should I take one full day to do just that? Sounds interesting, and maybe a less crowded thing to do?
@@guitareMTL yes. Allow a full day to explore the turn outs and take in the view...Johnston Canyon is another great place on the Bow highway. Take the trail to Stella falls at Johnston. Have great time.
@@SevenBears1 thanks a lot!
@@guitareMTL glad to help. Let me know if you have any questions about visiting banff
Awesome video n introduction ! I was there last week in Lake Louise , Johnston Canyon , Bow River and My favourite stop @ Moraine Lake , climbed up to the peak of rock piles . It’s amazing 😍
Thank you !
You're very welcome 👍 Glad you enjoyed it. Such a beautiful place to visit!
Thank you!! I traveled in December and it was insane! Love the snow and the views!!
Yes, it is a beautiful place!
I’m just back this week from an awesome visit to Canada!! It’s so like here in Scotland. One trip I’d definitely recommend is a visit to the Athabasca Icefields and the Skywalk!
Awesome 👍 Glad you had a great trip.
We enjoyed our trip to Banff in 2019. Enjoyed your video and agree with your selections. If going north (eg. Columbia Icefields), make sure you stop at Peyto Lake. It's a little north of Lake Louise. The brilliance of the blue lakes is greater appreciated from elevation and when parking at Peyto Lake it is a relatively short uphill walk to a magnificent viewing area of the lake as it is much lower than the parking elevation. To get the same brilliance at Lake Louise it is a much longer uphill walk that may be difficult for many. So much to see in Banff and the surrounding areas
Awesome! Glad you enjoyed the video and thank you for the tips! 👍
Yes, Peyto Lake is very pretty; I wish I had a dollar for every picture that was taken from that lookout. Definitely a few frames per second during busy times.
Your video is awesome! Very detailed and helpful! Thank you so much!
You're very welcome 👍
Its on our bucket list thanks 😁
You will love it. Thanks for watching 👍
Thank you so much ❤
You're welcome 😊
Ten great trips. We will certainly check most out.
Awesome! Enjoy your trip!
We’re planning to visit Banff when we go to Calgary this coming September (visiting from Seattle, WA). Thanks for your video, it really helps 👍🏻
You're very welcome 👍 I'm sure you'll have a wonderful time.
amazing! i’ve been living here in alberta for almost 10 yrs and every summer we go multiple times around banff to go hiking, and until now i haven’t been to moraine cause it’s so busy, hopefully this weekend will be able to get in 🥲❤️❤️☺️☺️ thank you for the amazing video! 😃
You're very welcome 👍 Hope you can make it to Moraine Lake!
Hello, I am planning on visiting Banff this summer. Trying to avoid the crowds, is September a better time to do it? Thank you 🙏
Banff Museum right in the town of Banff - a beautiful old log building - lots of stuffed animals and head mounts if you are into that.
Thanks for the tip 😃👍
We’re going next year. Thank you !!
You're very welcome 👍
Thank you for this Nice place 💯
You're welcome 😃👍
Thank you for your amazing tips and video. I wasn’t aware of how beautiful Banff is, and now I’m definitely looking forward to planning a trip over there, so I’ll be checking out your other videos as well!! Thank you!!
You're very welcome 👍 Thanks for watching.
This is awesome thank you! I am planning a 10 day trip for June 2024. I think I want to stay in Jasper my first few days, then a night or two at the Fairmont Louise and then maybe finish in downtown of Banff. Not sure if that is over doing it though. Thanks for the tips!
You're welcome! Sounds like an amazing trip!
I've been to Banff twice in the1990s. I want to go back soon, but a little concerned for the crowds that weren't really an issue back in the 90s.
Yes, I can definitely get quite busy.
Thanks for the very informative video. My wife and I are going June 7th for 2 weeks with a Camper through the Canadian rocky's and we start in Banff where we stay for 2 days. then we continue our trip to Jasper and make it a nice route to go back to Banff via Clearwater, Enderby and Revelstoke. can you give us some advice on what kind of clothes we should bring? greetings from the Netherlands.
Weather it can be hit and miss. It can be up to 25° in the daytime and close to freezing at night. It's tough to pack for because you need clothes to keep you warm. And clothes for summer weather. I would pack layers so you can layer up if you need to.
@@NorthernVikingExplorer 👍 thanks for the information, we need a big suitcase 😂😂
Hi @Jeroen Dekker we did a roadtrip Jasper back to Banff, Clearwater BC. Banff onwards Jasper had route to Clearwater BC about 5-6 hours away go back through Jasper to be able to back to Alberta (where Banff then onwards to Okanagan to Enderby OR from Jasper to Clearwater BC then into Kamloops BC to Enderby in the Okanagan, to Revelstoke then Golden BC then finally back to Banff. Make sure your have GPS on ya. There is no Banff and direct Clearwater, BC route.
Excellent video so now you cannot drive up to Lake moraine only by shuttle that’s it. This is 9/2/2023
I heard this on the news aswell, hopefully they open the road again to cars when it's not as busy.
I can’t wait to come back and visit banff again but this time gonna do some fun itineraries :) not just sight seeing anymore hehe
Yes, It us a great stop! Thanks for watching 👍
I've been searching for this video! Planning a trip for next summer. You answered most of my questions without the annoying music, etc. BTW, is there a shoulder season anymore? Looking for fewer crowds, but still sone nice weather. Thanks
Glad I could help! July and August will be the busiest. It will be a little cooler but June and September are great too as kids are in school.
Great video! How many days would you recommend for traveling to cover these places?
We did 2.5 days and it was definitely not enough time. If you really wanted to take your time and enjoy your days I would say 4-5 days minimum.
thanks for the great video! may i ask when you went? i'm trying to plan a trip to banff this year either mid june, july or end of august? would love to hear your recommendations and preferrably when the lake is not frozen.
This was in early July. We have only been in the summer so I am not sure when the ice melts. If anyone else watching knows, please comment below
I love to swim in the falls. I mean I want to stand under the falls and enjoy the swim. Is it possible there? What would be the water temperature in summer time? Please let advice.
Thanks for the review. How many days did it take you to cover all of these?
We did all of this in 3 days including driving 5 hours on the first and last days. We could have easily spent several more days there.
Hi thank you for your video. New subbie here. Planning for trip in Banff, any hike recommendation if we have a 10 year old kid? Thanks in advance.
Thank you for the support! We loved Johnston canyon and can't wait to go back. And the strolls around lake Louise are flat and beautiful. If anyone else watching has any ideas for hiking, please comment below.
@@NorthernVikingExplorer Thank you so much. Appreciate your thorough, direct to the point and not too much adlibs videos. I will definitely take those in consideration when we go there by summer. More power to you!
no one ever seems to mention moraine lake is on the back of the canadian 10 dollar bill!
Great video! I need some advice though. I’m planning with a friend to drive from Vancouver to Calgary (Whistler, Revelstoke, Banff in between) during the 2nd half of october. Is it actually advisable to drive that route and what would the weather conditions be like?
I'm not sure about Alberta but I know in British Columbia you need winter tires from October 1st to April 30th to go through the mountain passes. Every year is different as the conditions vary widely. We travel the pass to Vancouver quite commonly and it is often a snow storm and then the next time it's clear even in the winter. As a general rule of thumb the routes are open year around but they will shut down from accidents and severe weather conditions.
Would you recommend leaving my drone at home
Looks to be pretty restricted so wondering if its even worth taking it.
Thank you enjoyed your tips .
Benjamin
You're right, there are lots of restrictions. Here is a link with some more info. www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/ab/banff/info/permis-permit/drone
@@NorthernVikingExplorer Thank you
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Do they allow dogs to these places?
Can I stay in a hotel on downtown and take an Uber to visit lake Louise ?
Coming from the US, do we need to exchange US dollars to Canadian dollars...or can we use US dollars there? Also, is canoeing really that much for an hour?
Yes, Canoeing was that price. Extremely expensive. As for US dollars, most of the stores will accept them however you will not get a favorable exchange rate. Your best bet is to use a credit card or exchange into Canadian dollars before you come.
@@NorthernVikingExplorer Thank you for the response. Yeah, I'll skip canoeing!
We were very surprised at the cost.
are you allowed to fly drones in banff?
As far as I know they are banned.
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Awesome 👍 Thanks for watching.
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