On this iconic full-day interpretive adventure, you will travel the entire tongue of the Athabasca Glacier. Our professional ACMG certified guides will lead you to the stunning icefalls at the head of the valley, where you will enjoy your lunch among the seracs (pillars of ice) and towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies. The longer tour provides more opportunities to explore the glacier and learn about the unique features of this frozen landscape.
Dates: Mid June to late September 2023 (Dates may vary due to ice conditions and weather.)
Departure Time: 9:30 AM
Duration: Approximately 6 hours.
Hike Profile: The hike is roughly 8.5 km (5 miles) roundtrip, gaining 330 m (1000 feet) of elevation. The difficulty level is rated as moderate to challenging, there are steep sections throughout the hike and the terrain can be undulating with varied footing.
Adult Price: $194.25 CDN, plus 5% GST.
Child Price: $94.50, plus 5% GST. Must be 7-16 years of age.
Please check dates when booking. For 2023, the Deluxe Glacier Adventure is offered 5- 7 days a week.
On this iconic full-day interpretive adventure, you will travel the entire tongue of the Athabasca Glacier. Our professional ACMG certified guides will lead you to the stunning icefalls at the head of the valley, where you will enjoy your lunch among the seracs (pillars of ice) and towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies. The longer tour provides more opportunities to explore the glacier and learn about the unique features of this frozen landscape.
On this iconic full-day interpretive adventure, you will travel the entire tongue of the Athabasca Glacier. Our professional ACMG certified guides will lead you to the stunning icefalls at the head of the valley, where you will enjoy your lunch among the seracs (pillars of ice) and towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies. The longer tour provides more opportunities to explore the glacier and learn about the unique features of this frozen landscape.
Check out our video and get a taste of hiking on the Columbia Icefield!
Check out our video and get a taste of hiking on the Columbia Icefield!
Check out our video and get a taste of hiking on the Columbia Icefield!