Banff National Park: The Ultimate Top 20 Travel Guide from a Local Resident

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Are you planning a trip to Banff National Park and wondering where to start? Look no further than this Ultimate Banff National Park Travel Guide video! Our expert guide is a 22-year resident and wildlife/nature videographer, who has spent countless hours exploring the park's trails, lakes, and valleys. In this video, he shares his insider knowledge and expertise, highlighting the "Top 20" must-see attractions that you won't want to miss. From the stunning turquoise waters of Lake Louise to the breathtaking views atop Sulphur Mountain, this travel guide covers the best of Banff.
But that's not all - for even more useful information, be sure to visit our website at insiderstravelguidecanada.com/. Here you'll find additional tips, links and recommendations on planning your Banff National Park adventure.
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned explorer of Banff National Park, this video is your ultimate guide to experiencing the park's natural beauty and wonder. So sit back, relax, and let us show you the very best of Banff National Park.
00:00 Introduction
00:31 #1 - The Banff Gondola (With footage courtesy of Pursuit Banff)
01:13 #2 - The Banff Upper Hot Springs
01:38 #3 - Surprise Corner
02:18 #4 - The Bow Falls
02:43 #5 - Surprise Corner
03:03 #6 - Mount Norquay Scenic Lookout
03:38 #7 - Vermillion Lakes
03:50 #8 - Lake Minnewanka (With footage courtesy of Pursuit Banff)
04:53 #9 - Two Jack Lake
05:07 #10 - Johnson Lake
05:26 #11 - The Bow Valley Parkway - Highway 1A
05:51 #12 - Johnston's Canyon
06:20 #13 - Morant's Curve
06:39 #14 - Moraine Lake
07:15 #15 - Lake Louise and the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
08:05 #16 - The Icefields Parkway
09:17 #17 - The Crowfoot Glacier
09:29 #18 - Bow Lake and Num Ti Jah Lodge
09:40 #19 - Peyto Lake
10:05 #20 - The Columbia Icefields (With footage courtesy of Pursuit Banff)
22 Year Banff resident, nature and wildlife videographer and photographer Les McDonald gives you the ultimate Insiders Travel Guide to Banff National Park. If you are planning your once in a lifetime dream holiday in the Canadian Rockies this video was created just for you. Don't miss out on a single MUST DO in Banff. Be sure to visit our Insiders Travel Guide Canada website where you get even more valuable insiders travel tips, book tours and activities, book flights, hotels and more.
Please be sure to let me know what you thought of my video in the comments section because I totally read and respond to them all. Safe travels.
A big thanks to the Pursuit Collection for contributing footage for some of this video!

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@adamstekkers Күн бұрын

Visited Banff and Jasper for the second time last week. Went 2 years ago for the first time. Been watching your videos and they are fantastic! Would love to have a quick chat with you to discuss the wildlife I saw and show you some pictures.

@huaibili2558 Жыл бұрын

Great video and so helpful information right before I’m heading to Banff! Thanks!

@funkyfun6308 9 ай бұрын

Amazing!

@InsidersTravelGuideCanada 9 ай бұрын

Thanks! It's even more amazing in person. I hope you get to see it.

@USARoadtrip364 2 жыл бұрын

thanks a lot for your very kind and amazing explanation about Banff and Jasper. I am planning to visit in July 2022 that will be 4th time.

@InsidersTravelGuideCanada 2 жыл бұрын

Wow that's great. July is one of the best times of year to visit Banff and Jasper. Have you done everything in the videos? Please let me know if you think I left anything out. I'll be filming again in July actually.

@renzericsongabuya7842 Жыл бұрын

Thanx for this. we have now an idea.

@InsidersTravelGuideCanada Жыл бұрын

Most welcome 😊

@ledwinpinto3937 11 ай бұрын

Very nice thank you for your video god bless 🙏 dear 🙏

@InsidersTravelGuideCanada 11 ай бұрын

Thank you too

@user-hg1es4dm4y 2 жыл бұрын

Very very beautiful!🤩😍 thank you!

@InsidersTravelGuideCanada 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it. It has been and continues to be a work of passion.

@alibavi2131 11 ай бұрын

😢BANFF❤

@ontarioweddingofficiant9691 Жыл бұрын

this is the best video I have ever seen of Banff! You are amazing! Do you give private tours? I am coming in Oct, 2022

@InsidersTravelGuideCanada Жыл бұрын

That is a huge compliment. Thank you. I certainly would love to help you plan the perfect trip if I can. If you visit www.insiderstravelguidecanada.com you can message me with some more details.

@brendanwaters9646 2 жыл бұрын

We’re heading there for our honeymoon in May, so this is a great video for tips, thanks! I’m assuming some things might still be closed in May?

@InsidersTravelGuideCanada 2 жыл бұрын

Brendan that's great news! What a place to spend your honeymoon. You'll have an incredible time. Many things open in May. Feel free to email me at explore@insiderstravelguide.com if you need any help planning the perfect honeymoon. I've got a few insights. And thanks for your feedback on my video. I really do appreciate it.

@MehmudButt Жыл бұрын

I visited Banff a month ago and I must say that you showed the real picture of Banff.

@InsidersTravelGuideCanada Жыл бұрын

Oh wow, I really appreciate you letting me know that. I hope my travel guide was useful. :)

@deet7683 2 жыл бұрын

Great, informative video. I am planning a trip the very last week of June. I would like to have tea/ lunch at the Lake Louise Fairmont Chateau. Do I have to make a reservation?

@InsidersTravelGuideCanada 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dee I appreciate your comments! While you don't have to make a reservation, I highly recommend it. It can be quite busy, especially in June. Let me know if you want any help planning the day if you are heading to the Lake. I'll try to be helpful!

@deet7683 2 жыл бұрын

@@InsidersTravelGuideCanada Thank you!

@cherynduffield8207 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Any suggestions on what hotel to stay at for first timers? Thank you!!

@InsidersTravelGuideCanada Жыл бұрын

Hmm, that all depends on your preferences! There's lots of great hotels at different price points and wow factors. Email me through my website and let's get you sorted out! insiderstravelguidecanada.com/

@karenhounsham5256 3 ай бұрын

I can’t find the Castle Mountain Bridge on google maps.

@asifquader7825 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I was wondering that to visit the Banff gondola do I need a parks Canada pass even if I have bought gondola tickets? Thanks!

@InsidersTravelGuideCanada 2 жыл бұрын

Yes you do. The Banff National Park Pass allows you to enjoy all of the other great things Banff has to offer. You can buy a day pass however and you don't need to buy a yearly pass.

@debrabalawajder2617 Жыл бұрын

What are the advantages and disadvantages of planning a trip in late June as opposed to early September; especially weather. What about possibility of “smoke” from fires???

@InsidersTravelGuideCanada Жыл бұрын

Good questions. In June you can have four seasons in one day LOL. The weather in late August and early September are more dependable summer weather, but the fire risks are higher which generally won't affect your trip at all. Just might have some hazier skies. But the mountains can surprise you any time of year weather wise.

@nghiaho535 2 жыл бұрын

I plan to visit Banff and Jasper National Parks in late August and staying at Fairmont Hots Springs. ow id the weather at that time and all those 20 places must visit in your video still good to go? Thanks for the great video.

@InsidersTravelGuideCanada 2 жыл бұрын

Good afternoon, yes the Top 20 Banff is up to date, and the Top 15 Jasper is up to date except for a few name changes like the Jasper Tramway has now been changed to the Jasper Skytram. You can book all of the activities you see in the video here on our website. Easy. insiderstravelguidecanada.com/

@deet7683 2 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know if Banff has free covid testing places before heading back to the states?

@InsidersTravelGuideCanada 2 жыл бұрын

That is a good question. I'll find out. I'm pretty sure the rapid test would have to be done at the airport.

@deet7683 2 жыл бұрын

@@InsidersTravelGuideCanada Please lmk if you find out any more information on this. Thanks!

@nghiaho535 2 жыл бұрын

I you drive back to the states then you would not need a COVID-19 test, however; you would if you flight back.

@deet7683 2 жыл бұрын

@@nghiaho535 We will be flying back. Are there any free tests in Banff or Canmore?

@nghiaho535 2 жыл бұрын

@@deet7683 I don't know. If you are flying back at Calgary then I am sure there are places to test there.

@user-hj6nv1vm1z 4 ай бұрын

The only thing inaccurate with this video is now (2024) you can not drive yourself to Moraine unless you stay at the lodge in the summer or have a handicap sticker for your car.