Banff Sunrise Adventure at Moraine Lake

Radventures presents: Sunrise Adventure.
Join Banff's top-rated tour operator on this exclusive experience visiting Moraine Lake for sunrise & Lake Louise before the crowds arrive.

On this tour, you'll have guaranteed & expedited access to Moraine Lake, where your expert local guide will show you to the best locations to watch the sunrise hit the glaciers above The Valley of the Ten Peaks and the stunning turquoise Moraine Lake.

Sip on a complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, or tea as you eagerly await the sunrise, and utilize your expert local guides' photography skills & knowledge to set yourself up for an amazing sunrise photoshoot.

Explore the trails of Moraine Lake before the big buses arrive before heading into Lake Louise Village for a delicious hot breakfast & barista-made drink (optional).

After breakfast, visit beautiful Lake Louise before the big buses arrive, taking in the sunrise colours and the neon blue waters from a canoe (optional) or the trails.

Meeting Point

Banff Train Station

327 Railway Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1A1, Canada

For select hotel pick-ups in Banff & Lake Louise please contact Radventures BEFORE booking for availability.
Please meet your guide at the front of the Banff Train Station building and allow an extra 5 minutes for parking and walking to the meeting point if you are driving.

What's included:

• Water refills (please BYO water bottle)
• Pick up & drop off at Banff Train Station
• Expert local guide with photography training
• Hot chocolate, coffee & tea available all morning
• Award-winning small group tour, led by a certified and expert local guide with photography training
• Onboard cooler to keep drinks and food cold
• Head torch rental
• Upscale, modern & spacious transportation with large panoramic windows perfect for spotting wildlife

Not included:

• Hotel pick-up in Banff & Lake Louise (please contact Radventures BEFORE booking for availability)
• Premium upgrade that includes a hot café breakfast (please contact Radventures before booking)
• Guide gratuities (not mandatory, but greatly appreciated)
• Park Pass

What to expect:

Duration: 7 hours

Banff National Park

Start your day with Radventures’ premium, multi-award-winning and top-rated sunrise tour — a must for any Banff bucket list.
Your adventure begins with an early pickup in Banff, where you’ll board our spacious, upscale vehicle featuring panoramic windows and plenty of legroom.
Settle in and enjoy some extra sleep, or stay alert as we travel scenic backroads at first light — a time when bears, moose, elk, and other wildlife are often spotted starting their day. It’s a peaceful, beautiful ride that sets the tone for the unforgettable morning ahead.

45 minutes

Moraine Lake

Moraine Lake Rd, Off Great Divide Hwy, Lake Louise

Arrive before the crowds and big tour buses, with your certified expert local guide leading you safely by headlamp to a spectacular viewpoint, ready to witness the sunrise.
Enjoy the tranquility of the Valley of the Ten Peaks in the distance as the first light illuminates the lake.

Sip on complimentary hot drinks (coffee, tea, and cocoa) while soaking in the serenity. Your guide, expertly trained in photography, is happy to help you capture the perfect sunrise shots.

Guests typically spend 1.5 to 2 hours here — plenty of time to take in the views and explore lakeside trails before the big buses arrive.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Lake Louise

Lake Louise, T0L 1E0

After the sunrise, opt-in to enjoy a delicious riverside breakfast and barista-made drink from Laggan's Mountain Bakery & Deli — a cozy local favorite in Lake Louise Village.
Advance arrangements are required to include this upgrade in your tour, please contact Radventures BEFORE booking.

Please note: We STRONGLY RECOMMEND pre-ordering or BYO as it is often very busy, even in the early morning, and queue waiting times exceed 30-45 mins.

30 minutes

Lake Louise

Lake Louise

Arrive at Lake Louise before the buses to enjoy the stillness and soft light across the lake and glacier. Explore the trail network with your guide or rent a canoe while the water is at its calmest.
Guests typically spend 1.5 to 2 hours here. If you'd like to extend your time at Lake Louise and return on your own, just let us know in advance so we can note it on our manifest.

2 hours

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

111 Lake Louise Drive, , Lake Louise, T0L 1E0

Take time to explore the famous grounds of the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise — a historic luxury hotel nestled at the lake’s edge, offering iconic views, alpine architecture, and charming walking paths.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Banff

Banff

After a morning of incredible scenery and memories, relax on the ride back to Banff. We'll return you to Banff with plenty of time left to enjoy your day in the Rockies.

5 minutes