Come fish with us! On this private fishing charter, we welcome experienced anglers, novice anglers or families and groups. You will be paired with a skilled local guide, provided the necessary permit needed to fish within the Park and given ample opportunity to soak in the views and learn tips and tricks that are sure to help you make the ultimate catch. The typical trip length is 4 hours for 1:00pm tour. We can cater to groups of up to 18 (6 per boat) with 3 guides and boats.
BOOKING PROCESS
To book one boat for 1-2 Adults, select “Group of 1 or 2 Anglers” and add 1 item. To book more anglers on the same boat, add them using the additional Adult or ChildTo book one boat for 1-2 Adults, select “Group of 1 or 2 Anglers” and add 1 item. To book more anglers on the same boat, add them using the additional Adult or Child Angler dropdown.
Notes & Restrictions
Fishing license is included in the rate
Participants need to meet the guides on site 15 minutes prior to the activity time
Maximum 6 guests per fishing charter
Additional Info
ToTour Includes:
- Private fishing charter
- Professional fishing guide
- Fishing rod & tackle
- Banff National Park Fishing License
Remember to bring:
- Remember warm and comfortable clothing, we recommend bringing a rain jacket as you can experience unpredictable mountain weather changes.
- Sunglasses, hat and sunscreen and your camera!
- Snacks and water bottle
Good to Know:
- Please note that parking is limited at Lake Minnewanka and very busy during the summer months. Please arrive in plenty of time before your fishing excursion, to ensure you find a parking spot. If you are driving, the recommended time allowance to arrive at the docks are:
- 5:30pm tour – 60 minutes prior to tour time
- If you arrive early, Lake Minnewanka has some great trails to explore. The Black Anchor Snack shop is available for a variety of snacks and to-go food and drink items right off the lakeshore.
- Children must be accompanied by 2 paying adults, otherwise they will need to pay for 2 adults.
- Please meet the guides 15 minutes prior to your tour time at the boat docks.
- For Banff National Park fishing regulations, please click here.
- Washroom facilities are available at the parking lot, there are no washrooms on the boats.
- No guide gratuities are included in the price. While not expected, they are certainly appreciated!
- Travelling to Banff National Park for the first time? We’ve laid out some basic travel information to help with your planning process. Check out Know before you go for tips on weather, getting around and more.
Lake Minnewanka Location: Lake Minnewanka Parking Lot (15 min drive from downtown Banff)
Google Maps Location: Click Here
- Once you arrive at the lake, please park in the public parking lot and walk to the docks to meet your guide
Shuttle from Downtown Banff
Due to limited parking, we encourage guests to hop on Roam Transit’s Route 6 service from downtown Banff to Lake Minnewanka. Board a bus from downtown Banff no later than an hour prior to your tour time. For the Roam Bus Schedule, click here
Cancellation Policy
Activity is subject to a 48 hour cancellation policy. Tour is 100% refundable if cancelled outside of 48 hours before scheduled tour time. NO SHOWS, late comers and cancellation within 48 hrs are 100% Non-Refundable.
