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Columbia Icefield: Guided Glacier Hike｜Canada
Columbia Icefield: Guided Glacier Hike｜Canada
Columbia Icefield: Guided Glacier Hike｜Canada
Columbia Icefield: Guided Glacier Hike｜Canada
Columbia Icefield: Guided Glacier Hike｜Canada

Columbia Icefield: Guided Glacier Hike｜Canada

Canada-Improvement District No. 9 , Alberta , Banff National Park
Duration:3 hour(s)
Free cancellation 3 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site
  • Peer into deep crevasses and witness the meltwater pouring over the edge
  • Receive all necessary equipment to comfortably and safely explore the glacier
  • Walk onto the Athabasca Glacier, a principal part of the Columbia Icefield Area
  • Explore the glacier on foot and enjoy iconic views of the Rockies' highest peaks
  • Learn about this unique mountain landscape through an interpretive program
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Join a guided tour of moderate difficulty to explore the Columbia Icefield. Get all the gear required to comfortably explore the glacier. From the meeting point, be shuttled a short distance to the trailhead.

Embark on a 5 km roundtrip walking tour with a 200m elevation gain that will take you onto the Athabasca Glacier, part of the Columbia Icefield, and into the incredible landscape that is the Canadian Rockies.

Learn the rich history of the glacier and soak in spectacular views of the surrounding ice-covered peaks. Explore the many incredible ice formations on the glacier, including crevasses, mill wells (waterfalls into the depths of the ice), meltwater streams, and icefalls (from a safe distance).

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  • Not Suitable For: Children under 7 years

  • Not Suitable For: People with mobility impairments

  • Not Suitable For: People with heart problems

  • Not Suitable For: People over 75 years

  • Not Suitable For: People with a cold or flu

  • Not Suitable For: Low fitness level

  • Not Suitable For: Pre-existing medical condition

  • Not Suitable For: Wheelchair users

  • What To Bring: Snacks

  • What To Bring: Thermal clothing

  • Know Before You Go: The tour is moderate in difficulty and suitable for young children (ages 7-16) who enjoy hiking and active seniors

  • Know Before You Go: The tour operates at 2000m, some guests experience shortness of breath due to the elevation

  • Know Before You Go: No technical climbing experience is required

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