Athabasca Glacier Guided Hike
Day Tour
Venture down Icefields Parkway to the famous Columbia Icefield, where you will walk on the Athabasca Glacier. A truly unforgettable experience
Highlights
- Soak in the mountain scenery along the Icefields Parkway
- Walk on the Athabasca Glacier
- Explore ice caves
- Stop at the beautiful Tangle Falls
- Learn about the geography of the area from an experienced guide
Description
From the Columbia Icefields, you will gear up to step onto the breathtaking Athabasca Glacier. Walk through snow and ice while your experienced guide navigates crevasses so that you may explore the glacier and ice caves safely. All gear and transport provided.
You will meet at the Rockaboo shop where you will choose your footwear and gear for the day and pick up your packed lunch. You will then be transported by bus to the Athabasca Glacier. Along the way, your ACMG (Association of Canadian Mountain Guides) certified guide will interpret many of the natural wonders surrounding this highway. There will be a stop at the spectacular Tangle Falls where you can fill up your water bottles with fresh mountain glacier-fed water.
Details
A packed lunch is included
Approximate duration: 8 hours
Departs at 10:00
Rockaboo Mountain Adventures store
Open daily between 1 June and 30 September
Map
Price & Availability
You can book this experience on its own or as part of a complete Canada holiday. For price and availability please get in touch.
Athabasca Glacier Guided Hike
Day Tour
This trip is suitable for all experience levels (no previous climbing experience necessary), ages 12+ with reasonable fitness. This tour is not suitable for children 11 yrs & under.
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