Banff Lake Cruise Hours & Rates
| 2013 Retail Rates |
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| Adult (16+): $44.95 |
| Child (6-15): $19.95 |
- Children 5 and under ride for free
- Reservations are not required for individuals; we recommend you arrive 30 minutes prior to cruise.
- Rates are subject to GST and are quoted in Canadian funds.
Purchase your Banff Lake Cruise tickets online here.
2013 Operating Hours
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| May 20 - June 7 |
Weekdays |
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
10am,12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm |
| May 20 - June 7 |
Weekends |
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Departs every hour on the hour |
| Jun 8 - Sept 15 |
Daily |
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Departs every hour on the hour |
| Sept 16 - Oct 6 |
Daily |
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Departs every hour on the hour |
- Opening date is weather permitting.
- Please allow 1 hour for this excursion; we recommend you arrive 30 minutes prior to cruise.
- Rates & Hours of operation subject to change without notice.
2013 Operating Season & Boat House Hours
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| Operating Season & Boat Rentals |
May 18 – Sep 16 |
| Banff Guided Fishing |
May 18 – Sep 2 |
| Boat House Hours: |
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| May 18 - Sept 16 |
9:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Sept 17 - Oct 6 |
11:00 am – 5:00 pm |
Banff Boat Rentals
Lake Minnewanka, a virtual fishing paradise is the only lake in Banff National Park where power boats are welcomed. Come and try your luck fishing in one of our 16-foot aluminum motorboats for hire. Or you and your family can simply enjoy a leisurely hour or two driving around and exploring on the first portion of the lake. Spend an afternoon relaxing, fishing or just having fun on Lake Minnewanka. Our rentals boats come complete with all the necessary safety equipment and gas at the following rates:
2013 Boat Rental Rates
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| 1st Hour |
$54.95 |
| Additional Hours |
$30.00/hr |
| Half Day (4 hrs)* |
$120.00 |
| Fishing Rod Rentals (tackle purchased separately) |
$10/day |
Note: Maximum 4-5 passengers per 16 foot aluminum boats with 8 & 9.9 hp outboard motors.
Rates are subject to GST and are quoted in Canadian funds. Costs include gas and safety equipment. *Half Day (4 hrs) Rental boats are only available Monday to Friday. |
Group Information
When planning your next itinerary to the Canadian Rockies, be sure to include the Banff Gondola, Banff Lake Cruise and the Glacier Adventure. Whether you're looking for breathtaking panoramic mountain views or a truly unique Canadian icon, these three attractions provide a memorable experience to any visitor.
Groups may reserve the following daily sailing times June 1 to Oct 10: Hourly on the hour between 8am and 6pm (last departure).
All groups require advanced reservations. Reservations allow us to prepare for your visit and to be ready to sail as soon as possible after your group arrival. Onboard we offer continental breakfast, boxed lunch, and Wine & Cheese service on board our cruise boats for private charter groups only. Other types of custom cruises can also be arranged, please contact us for more details.
Group Policies
Groups and tour operators should contact us in advance to book. In order to make a group booking, we will require your group name, sailing date and time, a passenger count, and a method of payment.
- To inquiry about group pricing, reservations, or on board dining please contact us
- Group minimum 15 passengers, one person must purchase all tickets in a block. All groups require advance reservations.
- Payment is required at the time of service, unless previously arranged. Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Direct Debit accepted.
- Non-transferable complimentary passes are provided for tour driver and tour escort.
- Reconfirmation of sailing time and passenger count is REQUIRED 48 hours in advance or space will automatically be released.
- 72 hour notice required for all group cancellations