Family Ski Vacations in Banff & Lake Louise

Kids ski & rent free in April

Nothing but Canadian castles and enchanted forests as far as the eyes can see, with three legendary ski resorts calling Canada’s oldest national park home. And as you stroll through our little snow-globe, keep an eye out for Canadian unicorns – they have the right of way here. Book your family vacation with confidence – with just 5% down, enjoy no cancellation or change fees until 14 days prior to arrival. And if, while fairy dust is falling from the sky, you’re inclined to pinch yourself, we get it. Yes, this is a real place.

Discover our playground

From beginner groomers to progressive steeps and snow-filled bowls, families love the wide mix of terrain.

There’s plenty of kid-friendly experiences and lots of food choices available to satisfy even the pickiest travellers.

Spring Ski & stay
Big savings in april

April packages in Banff & Lake Louise

No Cancellation or Change Fees until 14 Days prior to Arrival.

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SKIBIG3 LIFT TICKETS
Save Up To 15%

3 Resorts | 1 Ticket

Multi-day tickets with access to 3 resorts, includes flex-days for rest-days!

Deeper discounts with just 5-day advance purchase

Experiences & Adventures

ON-MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCES

OUTDOOR ACTIVE ADVENTURES

TOURS & SOFT ADVENTURES

CULINARY EXPERIENCES

FITNESS & WELLNESS

ARTS, EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT

BANFF SUNSHINE KIDS PROGRAMS

DISCOVER THE TINY TIGERS SKI & PLAY PROGRAM AT BANFF SUNSHINE

TINY TIGERS SKI & PLAY

Age 3 – 5 years (Skiing ONLY)

Tiny Tigers Ski and Play is a combination of Daycare and Ski Lessons for your little one! As the name states it is a program that incorporates skiing (lessons) as well as a “play” (daycare) component. The Ski & Play ratio is 3 children to 1 instructor in the lesson setting.

Tiny Tigers Ski & Play is a Ski Program for 3- to 6-year-olds for ability levels Never Ever through to Black Runner (Levels 1 – 5).

Full Day Ski & Play, includes two 2-hour lesson:
8:30am – 4:30pm
Lessons from 10:30 – 12 & 1:30 – 3:30pm

Half Day Ski & Play, includes one 2 hour lesson:
8:30am – 12:00pm or 12:30pm – 4:30pm

Private Lessons (1:1 instruction):
One & Two Hours Lessons
Half Day & Full Day Lessons

Tiny Tigers Daycare: 19 months to 6 years
Half Day | 8:30am – 12:30pm or 12:30pm – 4:30pm
Full Day | 8:30am – 4:30pm

KIDS KAMPUS

Age 6-12 years

Kids Kampus instructors are specially trained to provide the best skier and rider experience. Groups are kept small and set out to explore Banff Sunshine with other children and their instructor. Kids will learn quickly, build confidence and love the sport!

Kids Kampus is available for both skiing and snowboarding.

Full Day Program:
10:30am – 3:30pm

Half Day Program:
10:30am – 12:30pm or 1:30pm – 3:30pm

The Full Day Programs offer a lunch option so your child can spend the whole day with their group and instructor!

Banff Sunshine offers Tiny Tigers and Kids Kampus programs that your little ones are sure to love.

LAKE LOUISE SKI RESORT KIDS PROGRAMS

YOUR KIDS WILL LOVE THE LAKE LOUISE LEARNING AREA

KINDER PRIVATES

Age 3-4 years (Ski & Snowboard)

Give your littles ones a chance to get on-snow while you hit the slopes.

Instructor Ratio | 1:1

One hour programs available for both ski and snowboarders kids.

KIDS 5+ PRIVATES

Age 5+ years (Ski & Snowboard)

The focus is on the kids, with up to 4 friends or family members welcome to join. (Maximum 5 people). Private lessons for children ages 5 and up.

2-Hour, 3-Hour, or Full Day (6 hour) programs available for both ski and snowboarders kids.

KIDS GROUP LESSONS

Age 5-12 years (Ski & Snowboard)

Ski ability levels 1-6 and snowboard ability levels 1-4. Under the expert guidance of our pros your child will explore the mountain and improve their skills through fun games. Our instructors focus on safe “kids-only” teaching techniques.

Instructor Ratio | 1:6 maximum

Kids Lessons are available for both skiing and snowboarding.

Full Day Program:
10:30am – 3:30pm

Half Day Program:
10:30am – 12:30pm or 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Lake Louise offers a variety of programs for kids from ages 3 – 17. Group lessons and learn-to-ski programs available in a centrally located learning area.

MT. NORQUAY KIDS PROGRAMS

FAMILY FRIENDLY NORQUAY OFFERS GREAT KIDS PROGRAMS

KINDER
SKI & RIDE

Age 3-5 years

The best start on snow for your three to five-year-olds. Set them up for success with lessons they’ll love, in the expert care of our child-friendly instructors. We focus on fun and play in private or small group lessons.

One Hour | Private

Two Hour | Group

CHILD & YOUTH
GROUP LESSON

Age 6-14 years

Whether kids have skied or boarded only a handful of times or they are looking to gain more confidence, Norquay has lessons that suit your needs. Kids will receive helpful feedback that will assist in gaining skills and more enjoyment on the mountain.

Lessons available for both skiing and snowboarding.

Two Hour | 10:00am & 1:00pm

Four Hour | 10:00am

TERRAIN PARK LESSONS

Age 6-14 years

These lessons will be taught by a terrain park qualified instructor. Lessons will teach safety, etiquette and techniques that will drastically improve kids’ time in the terrain park.

Two Hour | 10:00am & 1:00pm

Four Hour | 10:00am

Don’t forget! Access to Mt. Norquay’s multi-lane tube park, is included with all SkiBig3 Lift Tickets.

Norquay offers programs for kids from 3- 14 for all abilities. Little Rip n’Riders and Riglet Snowboarders, and Terrain Park Lessons.

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BANFF NATIONAL PARK

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GETTING HERE

Our Mountains

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TICKETS & PACKAGES

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SEASON PASSES & MERCH

Kids ski & rent free in April

Discover our playground

Spring Ski & stay
Big savings in april

April packages in Banff & Lake Louise

SKIBIG3 LIFT TICKETS
Save Up To 15%

3 Resorts | 1 Ticket

Experiences & Adventures

BANFF SUNSHINE KIDS PROGRAMS

DISCOVER THE TINY TIGERS SKI & PLAY PROGRAM AT BANFF SUNSHINE

TINY TIGERS SKI & PLAY

KIDS KAMPUS

LAKE LOUISE SKI RESORT KIDS PROGRAMS

YOUR KIDS WILL LOVE THE LAKE LOUISE LEARNING AREA

KINDER PRIVATES

KIDS 5+ PRIVATES

KIDS GROUP LESSONS

MT. NORQUAY KIDS PROGRAMS

FAMILY FRIENDLY NORQUAY OFFERS GREAT KIDS PROGRAMS

KINDER
SKI & RIDE

CHILD & YOUTH
GROUP LESSON

TERRAIN PARK LESSONS

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BANFF NATIONAL PARK

Our Mountains

Explore

Plan

PURCHASE

GETTING HERE

Our Mountains

Info & Conditions

GETTING AROUND

TICKETS & PACKAGES

RENTALS & LESSONS

SEASON PASSES & MERCH

Kids ski & rent free in April

Discover our playground

Spring Ski & stay Big savings in april

April packages in Banff & Lake Louise

SKIBIG3 LIFT TICKETSSave Up To 15%

3 Resorts | 1 Ticket

Experiences & Adventures

BANFF SUNSHINE KIDS PROGRAMS

DISCOVER THE TINY TIGERS SKI & PLAY PROGRAM AT BANFF SUNSHINE​

TINY TIGERS SKI & PLAY

KIDS KAMPUS

FROM OUR BLOG

tips & tricks for family trips

Dad Jokes to Break the Ice on a Chairlift

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Spring Ski & stay
Big savings in april

SKIBIG3 LIFT TICKETS
Save Up To 15%

DISCOVER THE TINY TIGERS SKI & PLAY PROGRAM AT BANFF SUNSHINE