Breathtaking Columbia Icefield Day Tour — Calgary, Canmore, Banff
Overview
Embark an adventure through our natural history and experience the breathtaking beauty of the largest icefield in the Canadian Rockies. Exploring this rare, vastly accessible expanse of glacial ice settled in alpine valleys in North America will certainly be a memory you won't forget.
Our knowledgeable and friendly tour guides will be sure to walk you through the stories of the beautiful expanse of icy glacier scenery, giving you a truly authentic and immersive experience.
We can provide assistance with booking Ice Explorer or Skywalk admission tickets. Please tell us in advance so we may purchase them for your group. You can book either attraction individually or both together — saving $10 when you reserve together.
If booking assistance is needed, please request a ticket booking from us at least 3 days in advance. Earlier booking is highly recommended to ensure your spot.
Please note that the Columbia Icefield's ticket cancellation policy is 72 hours.
What's Included
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- National Park Fee
- Complimentary bottled water
- Icefield Explorer Vehicle Admissions
- Icefield Skywalk Admissions
- If you were satisfied with our tour guide service, please kindly consider showing your appreciation with a tip and/or review.
- Restroom on board
Meeting and Pickup
Please contact us in advance if you need a custom pickup. Extra fee applies.Note: the guardians are required to provide the car seats or boosters if you have any infants or young kids based on the transportation regulation and this tour won't provide any car seats or boosters.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Highway
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Crowfoot Glacier
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bow Lake
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highway
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Columbia Icefield Skywalk
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highway
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Peyto Lake
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Herbert Lake
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-375373P2
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