GONDOLA GUIDE
The rides worth your time.
The 15 Canadian gondolas and cable cars travellers rate highest, from the Banff Gondola up Sulphur Mountain to Whistler’s Peak 2 Peak and the Sea to Sky. Glacier-fed valleys below, summits all around.
Take the Banff Gondola up Sulphur Mountain for 360° views, easy boardwalk walks, interpretive exhibits, and on-mountain dining from $53.
Most Popular“Just absolutely incredible. All of the staff were very kind and friendly, we highly recommend going on the walk when you get to the top of Sulphur Mountain, it’s the most stunning walk to go on. The views were amazing the entire time!”
Ride the Banff Gondola to Sulphur Mountain for big-window views, a summit boardwalk to Sanson’s Peak and Cosmic Ray Station, plus NightRise.
“Excellent! Went at 6pm was perfect timing! The night rise was peaceful and beautiful! The lights amazing.”
Vancouver to Whistler by Sea to Sky Highway with Shannon Falls and Sea to Sky Gondola, plus hotel pickup and Whistler Village time.
“Great trip! Allow the whole day and enjoy the bus ride. Our guide was Andrea and she was very impressive with her knowledge. She was kind and drove us all around to the various spots in each location. Highly recommend!”
Ride the Sea to Sky Gondola, take in Shannon Falls, and enjoy Whistler Village on a guided day trip with hotel pickup from Vancouver.
“The whole experience was amazing but if I was to be a little critical my wife and I would say that the stop at Whistler was a tad too long. We thought you could just about cut an hour off. As we were just wondering around killing time till the bus arrived to take us…”
Vancouver to Whistler by coach: Sea-to-Sky Highway views, Sea-to-Sky Gondola, Shannon Falls, and 4 hours in Whistler Village.
“Guide was excellent. Visited many historical sites as well as tourist sites. Clean toilets in all areas. Great experience.”
Guided day trip from Vancouver to Whistler with hotel pickup, Sea to Sky Gondola, and scenic stops like Shannon Falls.
“Wonderful trip through the northwest. The waterfalls and the gondola were spectacular. Whistler village was quaint with many good restaurants. Our guide, Gavin, was great. Having grown up in Squamish he knew the area well and had great stories. Note the weather before you go, as it would not work well in fog and rain.”
Luxury day trip from Vancouver to Whistler via Shannon Falls and the Sea to Sky Gondola, with summit views and up to 3 hours in Whistler.
“super trip, great amount of at the gondola and 4 hrs in Whistler.”
Sea to Sky Gondola from Squamish: Howe Sound summit views, Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge, and walking trails for one full day.
“My husband, toddler son & I loved our visit! The gondola ride was breathtaking and so easy even with our little guy. The suspension bridge & trails gave us plenty of activities to do. We spent over 3 hours exploring and enjoyed every minute. Would highly recommend.”
Ride the Sea to Sky Gondola in Squamish for panoramic views of Howe Sound and more, then explore trails and the Sky Pilot bridge.
“Brilliant way to see the Squamish area from a lofty perspective. The band was also good and everyone was super friendly.”
Ride the Banff Sunshine Gondola and Standish Chairlift with one ticket to 7,825 ft. Hike Sunshine Village and scan for wildlife.
“A wonderful experience walking high up at sunshine village. Take the gondola up then the chairlift and explore the area up there. When walking up to twin cairns junction recommend to walk down to the gondola summit which is easier then walking back to the chairlift”
Full-day Rockies tour with Banff Gondola, Lake Louise, Lake Minnewanka, Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge, and more. Small-group $76 value.
“Our guide Daler was very polite and lead our tour with ease. We visited all the sites and had plenty of time to enjoy them. The lakes are magnificent in September. Enjoyed the tour and would recommend to all my friends 🧡”
Banff Gondola, Upper Hot Springs, and Lake Minnewanka in one 8-hour small-group tour with scenic stops, photos, and downtown time.
“Today, August 28, 2025, we had an amazing experience with our guide, and all the places we visited were beyond words in their beauty. We are leaving Calgary and Banff with our hearts full of wonderful memories and deep gratitude. Thank you so much .”
Take a gondola and chairlift from Banff to Sunshine Meadows for 360° Rocky Mountain views and high-alpine hikes.
“We enjoyed the gondola but the best part of the experience was the hike at the top and the beautiful lakes.”
Banff Gondola to Sulphur Mountain plus a Lake Minnewanka cruise with hotel pickup. Big views, smooth timing, and optional lake upgrade.
“Great ride up Sulphur Mountain in the gondola with fantastic views around Banff. Interesting tour guide and driver comments on Banff and its history.”
See Banff’s top views in one long day: Gondola on Sulphur Mountain, Lake Louise, hot springs stop, Bow Falls, and three lakes.
“trip was very good. we were in a car of 4 so very good”
Every canal and cable car worth the ride, place by place.
