Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $99 / person
- Location
- Banff, Canada
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 2,164 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 14
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Banff Jasper Collection By Pursuit
- Meeting point
- Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Center. Latitude 52°13.220 N and Longitude 117°13.441 W.
Description
Visit the Athabasca Glacier on a massive ice explorer on this 3-hour excursion. Walk along the frozen sheet of ice and fill your water bottle with pure snowmelt, then venture out along the glass bottomed Glacier Skywalk for incredible views along the cliff's edge. See two amazing attractions outside of Banff in one fun-filled adventure.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 29 times a day, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 11
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $95
- Child (ages 6–15)
- $62
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 3:45 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:33 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 11 of the next 47 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre
No trip to Jasper is complete without a visit to the famed Columbia Icefield, the largest ice field in the Canadian Rockies. Jaw-dropping views of towering mountains, rocks, ice and pure white snow as far as the eye can see. From the Discovery Centre, you will board a specialized Ice Explorer that will take you down a frozen roadway to the Athabasca Glacier. Along the way, your driver will provide commentary about glaciers, their impact upon the local ecosystem, and the environmental changes rapidly transforming these massive scenic wonders. Once you reach the Athabasca Glacier, you will have the opportunity to hop out, walk along the glacier and even fill up your water bottle with pure, pristine snowmelt. Once the tour is complete, you will head over to the Glacier Skywalk, where you will walk along the glass bottom walkway out over the cliff's edge. After stopping to appreciate the incredible view and capture a few photographs, it's back to the Discovery Center.
What's included
Included
Infant Tickets are free but are required for Attraction
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Guided drive to Athabasca Glacier
Access to Glacier Skywalk
Guide
Not included
Gratuities
Transportation to/from Glacier Discovery Center
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
2,164 reviews
How it compares in Banff
- No. 2 by number of reviews among 342 tours in Banff
- Starting price $99 is 26% above the typical $78 for tours of similar length in Banff
Excurgo comparison of 342 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
- Infant Tickets are free but are required for Attraction
- Accessible tour requests require at least 72 hours’ advance notice and must be arranged through the contact options on our official website.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk take?
Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk cost?
Prices start at $99 per person for this Banff experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 29 departures a day between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
How much does Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk cost for children?
Children aged 6–15 pay from $62, adults from $95. Infants go free.
Does Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk sell out?
It can: 11 of the next 47 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Center. Latitude 52°13.220 N and Longitude 117°13.441 W. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 14 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Accessible tour requests require at least 72 hours’ advance notice and must be arranged through the contact options on our official website.
Reviews(2,164)
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