Half-Day Guided Via Ferrata Climbing Tour in Banff
Description
As a Canadian Signature Experience, Norquay's Via Ferrata is a must-do activity when visiting Banff National Park. Our highly qualified ACMG-certified guides will lead you up the cliffs of Mt Norquay that hang above the Bow Valley, overlooking the town of Banff. Steel handholds, ladders, and footsteps as well as a steel safety cable are secured to the rock wall providing assistance and safety. Climbers are safely secured to the safety cable while climbing. Although no prior climbing experience is necessary, guests should be fit enough to climb a ladder and hike for a few hours in the mountains.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Participants must check-in 30 minutes prior to departure time.
- An Exclusion of Liability Waiver must be signed by all via ferrata participants prior to tour.
- Minimum 12 years of age.
- The maximum participant weight is 120 kg (265 lbs), minimum participant weight is 40 kg (88 lbs)
Reviews(33)
This is one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. Our tour guide was very nice and supportive to everyone
So fun and Katsu was really easygoing.
Our Ridgewalker tour was amazing! A little scary at first, but we all overcame the initial jitters with help from our gracious guide, Greg. My husband, son, and I had a great time during the 3 ish hours we were climbing and hiking. It was great to have a small group and others on the mountain were far enough away that we felt like we had the place to ourselves. Highly recommend.
Had a wonderful time with our guide, Kyle! He is very knowledgeable and fun! Top tier Banff experience! Amazing views.
Amazing experience! Beautiful views, accessible for people of all fitness levels - don’t let fear of technical ability stop you
Great experience, easy to catch on how to clip in and a great way to see the views. We would do this again!
A great experience from start to finish. The ferrata is in pristine condition, Matt our guide was funny, knowledgeable, skilled and very attentive to everyone’s needs. The views of Banff and the valleys are incredible.
Very safe but surprisingly exposed and exhilarating. Would recommend it highly. We’re in the 65 yo age group and is was very doable, though at times a little strenuous.
Easily my favorite activity from our trip! Even my fiance, who is afraid of heights, had an amazing time. Everyone at Norquay was friendly and helpful. Our guide Ben was the best. He made sure everyone was safe and made the whole experience fun. He even made sure to get a few action shots for everyone. The views at the top of the mountain are stunning. I also appreciated that they had boot rentals included for anyone that needed them. While we didn’t get a chance to eat at the Cliffhouse Bistro, since you finish right next to it I’d recommend stopping for food after. Overall, the entire experience was incredible! If you are in the fence about doing it, I promise you won’t be disappointed.
I’m a bit afraid of heights and our guides were so patient and walked me through the whole climb and could read when it was time for me to not go further. There was no judgement just support.
