Interesting Places Nearby
Planning the perfect vacation? There are a ton of great places to explore. Checkout out these exciting locations and places near Athabasca Glacier.
Athabasca Glacier
Nature, Parks, & Gardens •
Jasper,
Alberta
$20
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Icefields Parkway
Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour of the Icefields Parkway for the best way to tour this incredible drive. Along the way, hear stories play automatically as you explore spectacular mountains, brightly coloured lakes & glaciers. Gaze at Peyto Lake’s vibrant blue waters, marvel at the powerful waters of Athabasca Falls, and walk on the ancient Athabasca Glacier. Voted The World’s Most Beautiful Mountain Drive, make the most of your road trip while uncovering its geology, important characters, & best wildlife spotting locations. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use Buy once, use forever! No expiry, includes free updates. Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.
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$154
Full Day Guided Glacier Hike on The Athabasca with IceWalks
This is a classic on the Icefields Parkway - travel the full tongue of the Athabasca glacier! Ideal for guests wanting to experience a real sense of the isolation and ruggedness of the glacier, this tour showcases everything included in the half-day experience, plus a journey to the icefall at the head of the valley. Have lunch (not provided) among the seracs, (pillars of ice standing on end). This tour departs at 10:15am; boarding time is 20 minutes prior to the departure time. Don't be late or you'll miss your tour! IceWalks' guides are ACMG certified. Your friendly and informative guide will explain the natural history of the area, guide you safely through the icefalls, and show you the many ice formations on the glacier. Moderate difficulty with short, steep sections and uneven terrain. You should be able to hike 10km (6 miles) in order to do the tour. Tours are family friendly. BYO lunch & warm layers - we supply all other gear required to comfortably explore the glacier.
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$276
Jasper to Banff One-Way Tour
This one-way tour from Jasper to Banff is the ultimate way to experience the biggest and best the Canadian Rockies has to offer. Your journey to Banff will take you past sweeping glaciers, immense waterfalls and shimmering mountain lakes. Time will be provided at the Columbia Ice Fields to participate in the Glacier Adventure and Glacier SkyWalk which are both included along with a picnic lunch.
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$102
Guided Glacier Hike on The Athabasca with IceWalks
This will be the highlight of your trip through the Icefields Parkway! Discover the world of ice with our professional ACMG certified guides. This interpretive hiking tour is perfect for travelers seeking an adventurous and meaningful experience on the lower Athabasca glacier. You will see deep crevasses, waterfalls that cascade into the depths of the ice, and learn about the formation of glaciers and how they shape the landscape. Enjoy spectacular views of the icefall and the surrounding mountain peaks. Tours depart daily at 9:45am and 2:00pm, boarding time is 20 minutes prior to the departure time. Don't be late or you will miss your tour! Considered moderate difficulty with some short, steep sections of trail to approach the glacier and uneven ground. You should be able to hike 5km (3 miles) on uneven ground in order to do the tour. Tours are family friendly. Bring your own snacks & warm layers - we supply all other gear required to comfortably explore the glacier.
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$136
Tread Lightly Glacier Hikes
Join us for a unique exploration of the Athabasca Glacier on this 4 hour hike across rock, snow and ice. Meet your guide at our Rockaboo Trailer in the Icefields RV Lot, get geared up, and head out on a fully organic, by foot mission to discover some of the hidden wonders of this powerful place. Surrounded by some of the tallest peaks of the range, your guide will walk you through the history of these headwaters, while ensuring your safety and comfort. If conditions allow, we look for an opportunity for people to increase their connection with this landscape by taking scientific samples or using ropes to explore some of these features more intimately in a safe and controlled manner. Group size is small to ensure exploration of the area is environmentally conscious.
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$9
Icefields Parkway: a Smartphone Audio Driving Tour
Connect your smartphone to your vehicle's stereo and listen to a tour guide while you drive! Follow the suggested route from the audio guide between Jasper & Lake Louise, and discover the Icefields Parkway, one of the world's most scenic drives! The tour experience is the same in either direction. See the incredible mountains towering above you and learn of the early explorers who first found them. Discover the beauty of Banff, Yoho & Jasper National Parks. Hear about the Palliser Expedition, the Bow River, the magnificent Columbia Icefields & and much more! With no time constraints, enjoy the freedom to stop anywhere and take your time exploring. Tour guide commentary will play automatically as you drive, using a GPS map. No data is used during the tour. This audio guide will keep your group entertained & engaged along the way. Each point of interest also has a fun multiple-choice trivia question about the sights. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers.
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