GONDOLA LOVERS
The rides worth taking, reviewed.
The 15 Canadian gondola rides travellers rate highest, from the Banff Gondola up Sulphur Mountain to the Sea to Sky climb above Howe Sound. Glass cabins, summit boardwalks and the Rockies and Coast Mountains spread out below.
Ride Banff Gondola to Sulphur Mountain for smooth cabin views, interpretive exhibits, easy boardwalk strolls, and top-of-mountain dining.
Most Popular“Awesome experience! Breathtaking views, friendly, helpful staff, delicious food at Sky Bistro! 10/10 experience”
Ride the Banff Gondola to Sulphur Mountain for big views, a boardwalk to Sanson’s Peak, and summit stops that feel worth the cost.
“Arrive a half hour early if you like looking through gift shops. Printedd tickets are required. They will print them for you if you forgot like me! Make sure your phone is fully charged the views are stunning! Banff is always gorgeous, but this is next level!”
Ride the Sea to Sky Gondola, see Shannon Falls, and get 3 hours in Whistler Village on a guided day trip with pickup from Vancouver.
“Our tour guide, Alex was very knowledgeable, full of information and trivia. He was also very accommodating and helpful. Despite my being 20 minutes late, he not only waited for me but came back to my hotel, then went back to the pick up site when he found out I’d already left. I was late…”
Vancouver to Whistler day trip with Sea to Sky Gondola views, Shannon Falls, and free time in Whistler Village. Great value, easy logistics.
“It was everything we were expecting and more, Jason our driver and guide for the day was also great, explained everything on the way and made us aware of the culture of the areas, highly recommended this tour”
Vancouver to Whistler by coach for Sea-to-Sky Gondola views, Shannon Falls, and 4 hours in Whistler Village—guided and easy.
“This was an awesome experience. Our tour guide was a great! He knew lots of interesting facts of the areas we were passing through but he also didn't talk the whole time. He also had some good tips of things to see/do at a few of the stops as well. We felt like we had…”
Vancouver to Whistler by hotel pickup and guided day trip, with included Sea to Sky Gondola rides and big mountain views.
“Rob was fantastic. He was full of information and flexible with the trip. Be prepared for rain if you go”
Sea to Sky Gondola, Shannon Falls, and Whistler Village in one day, with downtown pickup and a great driver-guide.
“Awesome. Clarkey did a fantastic job. Very knowledgeable, funny & gave us enough time and direction to really make the most of the day. He went above & beyond expectations. Thanks Clarkey!”
Sea to Sky Gondola ($55): round-trip ride, Howe Sound views, Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge, and trails for a full day in BC.
“The view from the top is lovely. Loved the hanging bridge as well. Only suggestion would be, since this place is mostly crowded, maybe things could be a little more organised in terms of the restaurant and overall walk between the trails.”
Sea to Sky Gondola in Squamish: book ahead to skip lines, ride above Howe Sound, and explore Sky Pilot bridge at your pace.
“Lovely day to do it, not too cold April 2025. Much nicer experience than we thought it would be. Lovely little cafe and bar up the top and plenty of room to sit and enjoy.”
Ride Banff’s Sunshine Gondola and Standish Chairlift to 7,825 ft for mountain views, easy alpine walking, and fresh air.
“Very nice! Gondola ride is 20-22 minutes then the chairlift takes you an additional 1000 feet up to see spectacular views. Very good value for money. Will do this again.”
A full-day Rockies sampler with Banff Gondola, three lake stops in Banff and Yoho, Natural Bridge, and Banff town time.
“Jas as the tour guide and driver of the van was excellent. He showed us all the important landmarks through the journey that consisted so many mountains peaks, multiple lakes, Banff town center and the Sulphur mountain Gondola. He arranged for a convenient time for the gondola for his passengers. Overall we enjoyed the tour…”
An 8-hour Banff small-group tour with Gondola views, Upper Hot Springs soak, Surprise Corner photos, and three lake time.
“This tour was amazing! Inder is a great tour guide and would highly recommend him. He had made sure to accommodate all of us and was very informative at every stop. He had even made sure to take pictures of us if there was no one else to assist.”
Sunshine Village gondola and Mount Standish chairlift in Banff: 360° views, alpine lakes hikes, and free shuttles from town.
“If you don’t like heights this isn’t for you. But if you want unparalleled views go for it and discover the beauty.”
Ride the Banff Gondola to Sulphur Mountain and cruise Lake Minnewanka with round-trip Banff hotel transport in about 6.5 hours.
“I had a lot of fun. Recommend if you have no idea of activities to do in Banff. It is a bit pricey so be sure it's what you want.”
10-hour Banff day trip with Lake Louise, Banff Gondola views, Bow Falls, Three Lakes, and Banff town time; hot springs may be closed.
“trip was very good. we were in a car of 4 so very good”
Canal gondolas and sky gondolas, candlelit drifts and summit climbs, in the places that do them best.
