Banff & Lake Louise, Canada

Banff and Lake Louise represent the most photogenic ski destination in Canada — a UNESCO World Heritage Site where Rocky Mountain peaks rise above turquoise glacial lakes, ancient icefields, and three interconnected ski resorts served by a single SkiBig3 lift pass.

The SkiBig3 Experience

The SkiBig3 pass covers three distinct resorts within 30 minutes of Banff townsite:

Lake Louise Mountain Resort: Canada's second largest ski area by acreage, Lake Louise combines extraordinary scenery — the iconic turquoise lake is visible from much of the resort — with varied terrain across four mountain faces. The back bowls provide extensive expert terrain while the main face and beginner areas serve all ability levels.

Sunshine Village: The snowiest ski area in the Canadian Rockies, Sunshine Village's high altitude (1,658m base, 2,730m peak) and position intercepting Pacific weather systems produces exceptional annual snowfall. The resort's location straddling the continental divide creates consistent powder conditions.

Mt Norquay: The most accessible resort, just 5 minutes from Banff, Mt Norquay is known for its steep terrain and challenging runs. The resort's compact layout makes it excellent for quick sessions and terrain parks.

Banff: The Mountain Town

Banff townsite is one of Canada's great mountain communities — a year-round resort town with excellent dining, accommodation, and the extraordinary backdrop of Banff National Park. The combination of world-class skiing and a vibrant mountain town makes Banff and Lake Louise a complete ski holiday destination.

Insurance for Banff and Lake Louise

All Canadian medical cost considerations apply in full — Alberta's provincial healthcare system provides no coverage for NZ visitors, and medical treatment costs are equivalent to those in the broader Canadian private system.

Mountain Rescue: Banff National Park's rescue services are excellent but helicopter rescue and mountain rescue operations in the Rockies are costly. Ensure your policy's medical cover limit is unlimited.