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Banff Town, Moraine Lake & Lake Louise

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Russell B, Knowledgable Guide in Banff
Guided by Russell B
My name is Russell and I lead private hiking, sightseeing, and snowshoeing day tours in the Canadian Rockies, focusing on Kananaskis and the national parks of B…
Apprentice Interpretive Four Season Hiking Guide (IGA) EnglishSpanishMandarin
$1,465 – $2,148 CAD/group
Includes tax and other fees. Estimates only — final price confirmed by your guide.
Price varies by group size

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Deposit – $219.75 – $322.20 CAD (15% of total) required at booking

Reserve Now and Pay Later – Card auto-charged 3 months before travel.

0.5% Carbon removal contribution – VELO contributes 0.5% of all profit through Stripe Climate, so booking here helps fund it.

Overview

Duration
1 day
Hours range
Min 9 hr – Max 10 hrs
Best for
Couples, Friends or Small Groups, Families with Teens
Language
English, Spanish, Mandarin
Experience type
Private
Group size
Min 1 · Max 11 guests

Choose your areas

Your guide can shape this experience around Banff. Let them know what you’d like to focus on, and you’ll plan the details together.

Availability

Available Jun – Oct

June 1 - October 15

Why you’ll love it

Benefits
  • Local storytelling
  • Permit-based access areas
What makes it unique
  • Led by a local certified guide
  • Exclusive location access

Special notes & disclaimer

  • Suitability & Health: Not recommended for those with medical conditions that prevent or restrict active hiking/walking.
  • Pets: Service animals are welcome. Pets considered case-by-case and are subject to approval and an additional pet fee.
  • Child Seats: required by law for under 6yrs (≤18kg). Not provided; please bring your own if needed.

What can be customized

Where you go
Shape the route and which spots you spend time at.
How long it runs
Adjust the length and how the day is paced out.
What you focus on
Steer what the experience is built around.

How customizing works

1
How far in advance should I book?
At least 1 weekAt least 2 weeksAt least 1 month
2
How does the customized planning process work?
Pay reservation fee
A reservation fee is required upfront so the guide can begin planning your customized experience.
Itinerary is discussed
You'll connect with your guide via message to go over your interests, must-see spots, and any special requests before locking in the route.
Final itinerary is confirmed
Once you're happy with the plan, your guide will finalize the itinerary.
Pay remaining balance
Once the itinerary is confirmed, you have 72 hours to complete payment for the remaining balance. If no payment is made within that window, the booking is automatically cancelled.
3
How long does it take to design the itinerary?
The itinerary will be designed within 24 hours.
4
When is the itinerary finalized?
The itinerary will be finalized at least 24 hours before departure.
5
How many revisions are allowed?
Up to 2 revisions are included at no extra cost. Additional revisions may be discussed on a case-by-case basis.
6
Can I request changes after confirmation?
Yes, changes before the final paymentLimited changes may be allowedChanges may affect pricing or availabilityNo change after confirmation

Transportation

Your guide provides transportThey drive you around for the duration of the experience.
Meeting point · Flexible hotel pickup and drop-off

What's included

Guide service
  • Guide accompanies you throughout the experience
Transportation
  • Hotel pickup/drop-off
  • Private vehicle transport
Equipment
  • Hiking equipment (bear spray, poles, water filtration, etc)
  • Hiking poles and microspikes/ice cleats (if winter conditions)
Food & Drink
  • Lunch and refreshments including drinking water refills
  • Full meal (Both snacks and meals)

What to bring

  • Warm layers
  • Backpack
  • Comfortable walking shoes (Wear sturdy, waterproof hiking boots for hiking experiences)

Good to know

  • Wildlife may be present
  • Weather conditions may change quickly
  • Not wheelchair accessible

Warranty

  • No-show guarantee: Full tour refund* if your guide does not show up on the tour date

*Excludes non-refundable 3% service fee.

Insurance

General Liability Insurance
Covers guest injury or property damage arising from this guide's business activities
Auto Insurance Coverage
Covers guests during transportation provided by this guide

Deposit

Deposit is non-refundable

The deposit is retained once the booking is placed, even if the experience is later cancelled.

Cancellation & Refund

Full refund*

Grace Period: For any booking made at least 14 days in advance, we offer a 24-hour grace period. In such cases, we will provide a 100% refund if you cancel within 24 hours of booking.

85% refund

7 days before

Single-Day Tours: 100% refund minus 15% deposit if cancelled 7+ days prior; Full charge (no refund) if cancelled less than 7 days prior.

Guide-initiated cancellations or no-show guarantee include a full refund of tour price and taxes (excluding the 3% service fee).

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