The 4 Best Stargazing Tours in Canmore

1.Sunset at Moraine Lake & Stargazing Tour from Canmore/Banff

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $97Our pick

Spend an evening at Moraine Lake with guides such as Laura, Tobias, or Sebastian, arriving after the daytime rush for sunset over the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Walk the lakeshore, climb the rockpile, use headlamps and binoculars, and look for stars or northern lights. Expect a late return, chilly weather, and a tour shaped by the sky.

“This is a MUST DO tour if you want a good view of Moraine lake and want to spend some peaceful time over there. Our guide Tobias was amazing and knowledgeable and he took utmost care of us. as per him, during the day there is a crowd of 200-300 people during the day by Moraine lake and it's even hard to take the photo. There are only two companies that provide evening tour to this location (only commercial vehicles are allowed to drive up to this lake) and that's when you get to walk around the lake, take in the breathtaking beauty of the lake, take as many photos…”

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2.Stargazing and Nature by Nightfall Walking Tour – 2hr

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $69

Spend two hours walking about 3.5 miles on uneven forest trails with a local English-speaking guide. Learn about Canmore wildlife, culture, and history, then settle into quiet night skies away from city lights. Guides such as Jacob add local stories, and the group is limited to 12 people.

“An amazing experience with a great guide!! Beautiful night, stars were out, weather was perfect. Can’t wait to book another adventure :)”

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3.Night Adventure with possible stargazing and Aurora chasing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $111

Ride from Banff or Canmore into Banff National Park for a 2 to 4-hour night outing. Guides including Pam and Denise set up chairs, inflatable loungers, blankets, headlamps, and hot tea or cocoa at dark-sky locations. Use the telescope to look for planets and moons, with possible stars and Aurora Borealis.

“Lovely starry night with great tour guides! Got to learn not only about the stars but also local flora and fauna - and bears! Bear safety was taken very seriously which was good. Driver picked me up on time too.”

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4.Stargazing and Night Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 hours · from $62Best value

Join a certified backcountry guide for a two-hour, 3.5-mile night walk from the Canmore Recreation Centre. You will use headlamps, seasonal gear, and remote viewpoints for stargazing and night photography, with a chance of Northern Lights. Jacob guided one highly praised outing.

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