Visit: Sunshine Meadows, 1 Sunshine access Rd Trailhead at Sunshine Village, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T1L 1J5 Canada
Sunshine Village sits high on the Continental Divide in the heart of Banff National Park. It features three sprawling mountains with breathtaking sights, uninterrupted by any signs of civilization. Just a quick 15 minute drive from the town of Banff, Sunshine Village is the perfect place to escape the crowds and enjoy nature.
Visit the gift shop and cafe before getting on a 22-minute gondola ride that will take you up through the rocky mountains and into the village. Take the tour at your own pace and either take the Mount Standish Chairlift or hike up the mountain to the viewpoint.
Ride the Mount Standish Chairlift over 2,400 m (7,875 ft), the highest sightseeing elevation in the Banff and Lake Louise area. Experience 360 degree views of the surrounding Rocky Mountains. You will feel like you are on top of the world. From there, catch even more breathtaking scenery from the Standish viewpoint platform or connect to the Sunshine Meadows hiking trails and visit the three high-alpine lakes; Larynx, Grizzly and Rock Isle. Then finish your day off with a cold drink and some delectable eats at Mad Trapper's Grill & BBQ (not included).
Free shuttle buses are available to Banff Sunshine Village Gondola, with 6 daily pick-ups in Banff at various locations starting at 7:00am. Free shuttle bus with 6 daily returns to Banff at various times throughout to the day, last one departing the Banff Sunshine Village Gondola base area at 5:45pm
Duration: 3 hours
Visit: Banff Sunshine Village Ski & Snowboard Resort, Alberta, Canada
Just a quick 15 minute drive from the town of Banff, Sunshine Village is the perfect place to escape the crowds and enjoy nature. Visit the gift shop and cafe before getting on our 8 passenger 22-minute gondola ride that will take you up through the rocky mountains and into the village. Take the tour at your own pace and either take the Mount Standish Chairlift or hike up the mountain to the viewpoint.
Please Note: Plan your visit to allow sufficient time to ride the Gondola to the Village and enjoy the sights from the Standish Viewing Deck. We recommend you arrive to the Village no later than 15:30.
Duration: 3 hours
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Banff Sunshine Village Gondola and Sightseeing
6/28/2024 - 9/22/2024
| Monday - Sunday : | 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM |
1 to 4 hours(approx.)
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Summer season 7 days a week from June 23, 2023 to September 10, 2023.
Wheelchair accessible
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately for season.
NO Pets allowed with the exception of service animals
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Laurel A
Took a tour of the ski area with snow Host Fred H.
He was awesome, so informative and a great guide!
Highly recommend using the Snow hosts as a means to gets feel for the ski area
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Posted On : 2024-03-13
Posted By : jeffhM2938QT
It was my first time skiing at Sunshine Village and took a Mountain Tour with David (old man) that's what he waned us to call him. He was an 82 year old guide that was an excellent skier and had so much knowledge of the history of the resort. He knew where he should take us for our ability and snow conditions. He was a delight and an excellent ambassador for the resort. Highly recommend taking a mountain tour if it's your first time there.
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Posted On : 2024-02-18
Posted By : 51nickg
31st January was my second ski tour at Banff Sunshine. I have already reviewed my 26th January tour and, because of this, TripAdvisor won't let me leave a second review under Banff Sunshine, even though it was a separate tour. Therefore I am leaving it under Banff Gondola. If Banff Gondola people pick this up, please can you pass it to Banff Sunshine tour people.
Our 31st January tour was a great experience, led by Karen Irvine and backed up by Quinn Andrew. They saved us the bother of finding our way around, by expertly guiding us on a logical route round the mountains, catching the best runs for the moving weather. They gauged the pace just right for the party. This is an amazing service - I can't believe it is provided without charge. Thank you.
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Posted On : 2024-02-04
Posted By : ronyv531
The Ski classes were fun and I learn a lot with the instructor (Mark) . The place its awesome. Except for the food, its not so good and its expensive. But all the personal was really kind.
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Posted On : 2024-01-29
Posted By : SoEveryDayLacey
We visited the Banff Sunshine Village and took the gondola rides as a sightseeing tour, instead of as a means to ski or snowboard.
It was gorgeous - the views are just unreal.
At the top you can enjoy croissants and hot cocoa and see the views some more.
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Posted On : 2024-01-21
Posted By : Lorimj8420
Great views. Great hike! Gondola ride was longer than expected and very enjoyable. Not crowded and reasonable cost.
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Posted On : 2023-11-17
Posted By : Toffee S
The Banf Gondala.
What a wonderful experience to go open the gondola and enjoy the beautiful views.
Staff were excellent and we had our own car to ourselves throughout. The staff were very helpful and we really enjoyed this trip.
Access to the gondola and into the actual cars was very well organised and the staff were there to help you all the way.
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Posted On : 2023-10-06
Posted By : Sha_A
I appreciated the link in which to catch the free shuttle to the Gondola. I was without a car and that was helpful. Getting the shuttle and getting to the Gondola was easy with no issues. Once I arrived I got my ticket for the Gondola, which is about a 15-20 minute ride up with wonderful views along the way. I took my time hiked to the lake. Beware of the elevation, it can be brutal for some.
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Posted On : 2023-09-15
Posted By : Pipster14
Just be aware that the leaflets they have out and about in Banff show some beautiful walks but nowhere do they tell you that in order to do those walks you have to pay a ridiculous amount to get to the start of them for a gondola!!! When we complained we got a man called Osmond Chiu who didn't say he was part of the management team until asked directly several times, he then tried to make out that the hotels were at fault as they should make people aware of the cost - we pointed out that we picked their leaflet up in a public area!! No accountability taken for the fact that you are totally mislead. Awful customer service and frankly not worth the 20 minute drive from Banff.
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Posted On : 2023-09-12
Posted By : HLW648
We did 3 gondolas in the lake louise/banff area and this was by far our favorite. Once up there it was other worldly and we were able to hike around and explore. We were freezing but came prepared with hats scarves and gloves (and parkas). But that didn’t dampen the experience. In sept it was not crowded but I imagine the wild flower meadows would be spectacular in mid summer,
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Posted On : 2023-09-11
