Columbia Icefield full-day adventure tour from Banff
Do this because
- Drive by the world-famous Icefield Parkway to see the magical glacial landscape
- Take in the beautiful panorama from Bow Lake and Peyto Lake
- Admire Crowfoot Glacier and find out more about its history and importance
What to expect
Visit the Canadian Rockies and Jasper National Park, the biggest National Park in Canada, on a day trip from Banff!
Begin your tour crossing the Icefield Parkway, one of Canada's national treasures and most rewarding destinations. Stretching 232 km (144mt) through the heart of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site, this world-class journey offers access to a vast wilderness of pristine mountain lakes, ancient glaciers, and broad sweeping valleys.
Stop at the Bow Lake, the headwaters of the Bow River that runs south through the city of Calgary and onto the Oldman River, ultimately to Hudson Bay. Choose to live a once-in-a-lifetime experience touring over the Athabasca Glacier in a Snocoach, a giant ice explorer, before heading to Peyto Lake. Its milky blue color is unique and will change with the seasons and time of day. Conclude your tour at Crowfoot Glacier, named after its shape when it was discovered.
Return to Banff and arrive around 18.30pm.
Important to know
Know in advance:
- Columbia Icefield - Closed before May 5 & after Thanksgiving (October), will be replaced by Minnewanka Lake & Two Jack Lake
- choose the "PREMIUM" option to access the Columbia Icefield ice explorer
- if Peyto Lake is closed, it will be replaced by Waterfowl Lake
- sightseeing points and stop time are subject to weather condition
- if closure of any sightseeing point occurs, it will be replaced by other points
- please be ready at the meeting location 5-10 minutes prior to the pick-up time as the tour will start on time
- check the weather forecast before your arrival because the temperature can drop dramatically at night
Remember to bring:
- it is suggested to bring a warm coat, sunscreen, sun protection, and toiletries
What’s included
National Park fee
Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer entrance ticket (if selected)
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Multilingual guide
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Pickup points
To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.
Provider
Calgary Tours
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +1 208-744-6464
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