For an unparalleled, birds-eye view of the Canadian Rockies, helicopter tours are available for sightseeing and begin in the mountain areas neighbouring Banff National Park. Tours last from 20 minutes to 1 hour, depending on how long you’d like to stay up in the air! From above, you can view alpine lakes, sweeping glaciers and impressive peaks, such as the highest mountain in Banff National Park, Mount Assiniboine. Get a birds-eye view of the mountains and gain some elevation the easy way before starting your hike through this elevated wonderland.