Canada Stargazing Tours: 11 to Book

1.The Banff Stargazing Tour – 2hr Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 189 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $68Our pick

Meet your certified guide at Cave and Basin National Historic Site for a two-hour, mostly flat night walk through Banff National Park. You will use headlamps and ice cleats when needed, learn constellations and local ecology, and get practical help with night photography from guides such as Kael, Ewan, Ben, or Isla.

“Fantastic experience, book it today ! Our guide Ewan was exceptional, very knowledgeable with a touch of humour.”

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2.Planetarium and Telescope Combo Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 144 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $68

Spend 90 minutes at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge exploring the sky with local astronomy guides. The combo includes a 35-minute dome presentation, telescope viewing when skies are clear, aurora photography tips, First Nations sky stories, and hands-on meteorites. Guides such as Tyler, Emma, and Kaitlyn bring warmth and humor to this weather-dependent evening.

“Very informative tour about the stars, planets, and the universe. Unfortunately, because of the cloudy conditions, I didn’t see much of the skies nor the Northern Lights. Did a bit of stargazing. Staff were very friendly and kind.”

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3.Mont-Tremblant: Treetop Observatory and Self-Guided Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 130 reviews · from $35

Drive to the former fish hatchery near Mont-Tremblant, then follow a nearly one-kilometre forest path to a 40-meter treetop tower. The route is stroller and wheelchair accessible, with gentle slopes, Laurentian mountain views, and information about local plants and animals. Plan about two hours, plus time for the on-site restaurant or optional circus show.

“Awesome I’m not great with heights so this was challenging for me but well worth it.”

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4.Jasper Planetarium and Telescope Combo Tour Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 118 reviews · 1h 30m · from $61

Spend 90 minutes at Jasper Planetarium and Jasper Park Lodge learning about First Nations constellations, the Milky Way, auroras, and the edge of the universe. Then visit powerful telescopes for possible views of planets and nebulae. Cloudy skies bring a live 4K backup program, plus real Moon and Mars rocks to touch.

“Although we saw limited stars because of the cloud coverage the guides were all so enthusiastic and knowledgable, thoroughly enjoyed the experience! And will be back with our free rain check ticket with better weather!”

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

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

Spend up to three hours at Moraine Lake after the daytime crowds fade. Guides such as Laura, Tobias, and Sebastian lead a lakeshore walk, sunset stop, and stargazing session with binoculars, telescopes, hot drinks, headlamps, and tripods. Pickup is available in Canmore and Banff, with groups capped at 13.

“Laura was a fantastic guide. We had a fantastic trip and got some wonderful photos. She was knowledgeable, kind, and lovely to spend time with. Additionally, she gave us some great recommendations for other things to see and do on our trip. Into the Wild Tours made sure we had everything we needed for a great hike. Top notch operation.”

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6.Banff OR Moraine Lake: Night Tour with possible Stargazing

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 83 reviews · 3 hours · from $108

Join Canmore Travel for a 2.5 to 3.5 hour Banff night outing, or a 4.5 to 5.5 hour Moraine Lake trip from June to mid October. Guides such as Lenka, Denise, Yanik, and Sebastian set up chairs, loungers, blankets, hot drinks, headlamps, and a telescope. Expect some walking, cold weather, and possible stars or aurora, never a guarantee.

“My husband and I had the best time! Our guides were personable from the moment they picked us up. They were full of great information about the area and fun historical facts. We saw so many stars. Unfortunately, the Northern Lights did not grace us with their presence but that can’t be helped. We would definitely do this tour again!”

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

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

Meet your guide at 1900 8 Ave in Canmore for a two-hour, 3.5-mile walk on uneven forest trails. Guide Jacob has led memorable outings with local stories, wildlife knowledge, and a relaxed pace. Expect mountain scenery, night sounds, and star viewing away from city lights. Outdoor footwear is essential.

“We really enjoyed our evening “star” gazing despite it being cloudy. It was interesting walking with Jacob and listening to his wisdom of his native Banff. Sadly I wish we could have done more hikes with him, however, it certainly will be on our list when we return, because we really would like to return to this beautiful area. It was nice getting away from the crowds on this hike as even late in the season, there were plenty of crowds. Thanks Jacob, we’ll be back.”

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8.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 cozy night outdoors. Guides such as Pam and Denise may point out stars, planets, wildlife, and local safety tips while you relax in an inflatable lounger with hot tea or cocoa. Aurora and clear skies are possible, not promised.

“Pam y Denisse fueron extraordinarias. Su gran conocimiento hizo de esta experiencia algo muy especial. Los cielos nocturnos fueron totalmente hermosos y la plática y enseñanza muy amena. Fuimos mi esposo, mi hija de 9 años y yo. Una perfecta actividad para terminar el día. Recomiendo cien por ciento.”

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9.Jasper Planetarium Dark Sky Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 11 reviews · 3 hours · from $102

At Jasper Park Lodge, you’ll begin with a dome theatre show, then use optical telescopes and supplied binoculars to study the stars. An English-speaking astronomy guide leads a short walk to a dark-sky site, points out constellations with a laser, and explains local Indigenous star stories. Cloud cover earns you a two-year rain check.

“Friendly and informative. Just a shame about the cloud cover but a generous refund and revisit plan was put into place. Excellent all round - even though we couldn’t do the dark sky walk we still enjoyed all the activities and talks and enjoyed the interactivity of it all. Would recommend”

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10.Planetarium Indoor Dome Experience

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 8 reviews · 35 min · from $34Best value

Spend 35 minutes inside Jasper’s 42-seat dome theatre, exploring Aurora Borealis views, planets, nebulas, star clusters, Rocky Mountain glaciers, and Indigenous constellations. An English-speaking astronomy guide narrates the show and answers questions afterward. The climate-controlled setting works in any weather, but you must arrive 15 minutes early.

“With only a few guests attending the 6:45 PM visit at the planetarium on July 18, we had a great opportunity to interact with our guide/narrator. The visual experience was stunning, backed up by a well-informed narrator (she had great public speaking skills and an appreciated sense of humour).”

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11.Stargazing and Night Adventure

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

Join a certified backcountry guide for a two-hour, 3.5-mile night walk from Canmore Recreation Centre to quiet mountain viewpoints. You’ll use a headlamp, receive seasonal gear such as winter ice cleats, and have time for stargazing and night photography. Clear skies may also bring a chance to see the Northern Lights.

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