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Full Day Guided Glacier Hike on The Athabasca with IceWalks
(31) Reviews
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Service animals allowed
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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 t...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
You will be provided micro-spikes (crampons for added traction on the ice) If you don't have your own: Rain gear, hiking boots, gloves, and hat
Warm layers - bring your own insulating layer
BYO lunch & snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
95446QCC+4Q
Arrive 20 minutes prior to your departure.
Meet in the West parking lot of the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre. Look for the white vans with IceWalks logo as you pull off the highway.
From there you will be shuttled a short distance to the trailhead.
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Full Day Guided Glacier Hike on The Athabasca with IceWalks
(31) Reviews
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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 t...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
You will be provided micro-spikes (crampons for added traction on the ice) If you don't have your own: Rain gear, hiking boots, gloves, and hat
Warm layers - bring your own insulating layer
BYO lunch & snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
95446QCC+4Q
Arrive 20 minutes prior to your departure.
Meet in the West parking lot of the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre. Look for the white vans with IceWalks logo as you pull off the highway.
From there you will be shuttled a short distance to the trailhead.
