Banff / Lake Louise Canada
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  • Ski the famous Rocky Mountains
  • Over 8000 acres of skiable terrain

Enjoy the grandeur of the Canadian Rockies! Situated in the heart of the Canadian Rockies this is Canada's largest ski area. Banff is a three mountain resort and caters for all levels of skiers and boarders with ease. Combined, these resorts offer almost 8,000 acres of skiable terrain; dry, light snow; and one of the longest ski seasons in North America, from mid November to late May.

For more information you can call us on 0871 222 6565 email us at: sales@skiplan.co.uk or contact your local travel advisor.

ski factsSki Facts

Beginners****
Intermediate ****
Advanced ****
Slopes face North
Acres of Terrain 8000 acres / 32.38 Km²
No. of Trails 53
Longest Trail 2.5 miles / 4.17 Kms
Number of Lifts 12
Highest Lift 8570 ft / 2612 m
Snow-Making 90% of trails covered
Average Snowfall 121 inches / 307.3 cm
Snowboarding Yes terrain parks
Children's Facilities Kindergarten 3 - 8yrs
Crèche 6 weeks - 6yrs
Aprés SkiVery good
Photo Needed No
Ski BusNo

resort factsResort Facts

Resort Height 5,351ft / 1631 m
Vertical Drop3,605 ft / 1099 m
Transfer Times to Resort2½ hours from Boston
7 hours from New York
Flight Time7 hours
Destination AirportBoston or New York

Piste MapsPiste Map

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The Swiss Village

school ski hotel rating Hotel Swiss Village school skiing accommodation Banff/ Lake Louise Canada

The Swiss Village has some of the best views of Banff, and is located in a truly beautiful setting and really is an ideal place for school groups to discover Canada.

Situated just 1.5 miles from the centre of Banff, The Swiss Village not only is has an ideal location but is surrounded by beautiful alpine views, log balconies and has a river running through the grounds.

Accommodation is based on 4 pupils sharing 2 queen beds with en-suite facilities All rooms have cable TV and radio.

Both breakfast and dinner meals are taken in the hotel dining room.

    Facilities (shared with the Inns of Banff, located next door) include
  • Indoor & outdoor swimming pool
  • Whirlpool
  • Sauna

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