The 5 Best Lake Kayak Tours in Canada

1.Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise– Hike, Canoe or Sightsee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $156Our pick

Spend 9 to 10 hours visiting Moraine Lake and Lake Louise in a 14-passenger van from Canmore, Harvie Heights, or Banff. Choose more time at either lake, then hike, sightsee, or rent a canoe. Guides such as Corey, Yannick, Lenka, and Radek add local tips, while Moraine Lake access and transport are included.

“Great experience and spectacular sights to see. Ride was long but great narration from our driver. Be sure to pack snacks and water.”

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2.Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise-Hike/Canoe/Sightsee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 9h 30m · from $152

Spend 9.5 hours visiting Moraine Lake and Lake Louise from Banff, Canmore, or Harvie Heights in a 14-passenger van. Choose more time at either lake, hike, sightsee, or canoe at your own cost. Guides such as Corey, Yannick, Dave, and Mike share local knowledge and wildlife tips.

“Excellent overall. Yannick was really knowledgeable and helpful, and it was very clear how much he cares about the region/nature/animals. The trip was very well organized, and it was such a great way to see the key places in the Banff area in a day. We were especially pleased/grateful the company accommodated our trip after we booked it maybe 12 hours before the departure. Overall, highly recommended and big thanks again to Yannick.”

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3.Paddling Thetis Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60Best value

Spend about two hours learning stand-up paddle boarding at Thetis Lake Regional Park near Victoria. Your instructor supplies the board, paddle, PFD, dry bag, and guidance, then leads you toward a protected alcove and Upper Thetis Lake. The small group, capped at eight people, suits first-timers who want calm water and hands-on help.

“My family took the Paddling yesterday. The instructor was very helpful and easy to follow. We all were first time paddling but we could do it after 15 minutes of instruction. Then the instructor was following us for 45 minutes to show some more fun playing with the paddle board like jumping … it is recommended if you want to learn standing paddling. theist lake is also beautiful and peaceful to paddle”

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4.Southern Lakes Canoe Trip – 4 Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $1,108

Spend four days canoeing and camping in Kejimkujik National Park, with three days on remote southern lakes. Whynot Adventure Outfitters supplies canoes, camping and safety gear, meals, private outhouses, and camp coffee. Expect portages, swims, campfires, and a maximum group size of five.

“Great service! The staff were friendly and helpful. The canoes worked well and were well-suited for the trip. Could not recommend higher!”

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5.Calgary: Moraine Lake (Opt.Canoe) & Lake Louise Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 10 hours · from $108

Travel from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff in a small group of up to 11 people, with a local guide and direct access to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise. You get two hours at each lake for photos, hiking, lunch, or canoeing, plus a short Vermilion Lakes stop and free Wi-Fi onboard.

“Great Guide ,he kept us busy despite the crappy weather. Saw more than expected and learned something new at each place.”

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