Discover the majesty of the Columbia Icefield with this combined tour experience. Begin your journey at the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, where you’ll board an enormous Ice Explorer vehicle for a guided excursion directly onto the Athabasca Glacier. As you traverse this ancient frozen landscape, a professional guide provides fascinating commentary on glacial formation, local ecosystems, and environmental changes shaping the region. This remarkable experience allows you to walk on, touch, and even sample water from a glacier that has existed for over 10,000 years.
After your glacier exploration, prepare for an adrenaline-pumping adventure on the Columbia Icefield SkyWalk. This innovative glass-floored walkway extends along a dramatic cliff edge, offering breathtaking views 918 feet above the landscape below. With only transparent glass between you and the vast drop, you’ll experience an unparalleled perspective of waterfalls, native wildlife, alpine flora, and ancient fossils embedded in the surrounding terrain. Whether you’re seeking thrills, natural beauty, or geological education, this dual-experience tour delivers an exceptional mountain adventure.
What’s Included
- Admission to Columbia Icefield SkyWalk
- Admission to Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre
- Guided glacier tour via Ice Explorer vehicle
- Professional guide and driver commentary
- Round-trip transportation between Discovery Centre and SkyWalk
- Audioguide available in 9 languages
