Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Peyto Lake, Glacier & Lakes Tour
Before you book
- Pickup and drop-off are at three listed points: Delta Hotels Calgary Downtown, Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa, and 2801 Bow Valley Trail in Canmore. The listing's stops are Lake Louise (30 minutes), the Crowfoot Glacier viewpoint, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake (45 minutes), Waterfowl Lakes and the Columbia Icefield. The national park pass, a guide, a soft drink, snacks and water are included.
- Not included: tickets for the Ice Explorer ride onto the Athabasca Glacier and for the Columbia Icefield Skywalk. The listing asks you to buy them in advance from Pursuit, which runs both, for a 2:00, 2:15 or 2:30 pm slot. Meals, tips and travel insurance are not included either.
- Pursuit runs the Ice Explorer and Skywalk from 1 May to 12 October in 2026 and lists 1 May to 11 October for 2027. The listing says that from 15 October it runs a winter day to Lake Louise and Marble or Johnston Canyon instead, but Parks Canada closes the Johnston Canyon trail from 13 October 2026 for rock-slope work, with no reopening date. For any date after 12 October, ask the operator what the day includes.
- Not suitable for pregnant women, people with heart problems, wheelchair users or people over 95, per the listing. Cancellation, as listed: “Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund”.
About This Experience
A guided day from Calgary, Canmore or Banff up the Icefields Parkway: Lake Louise, Crowfoot Glacier, Bow, Peyto and Waterfowl lakes, then the Columbia Icefield, where the Ice Explorer and Skywalk cost extra.
Highlights
- Explore the stunning lakes surrounding the Columbia Icefield
- Marvel at the majestic Crowfoot Glacier as it glistens under the sunlight.
- Stand in awe of Peyto Lake vibrant turquoise waters in the heart of the Rockies.
- Discover the majestic Columbia Icefield in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.
- Experience the awe-inspiring expanse of the Columbia Icefield, a glacial wonder
What's Included
- ✓ Pickup from designated points in Calgary, Canmore, or Banff
- ✓ Roundtrip transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned van, bus, or coach
- ✓ National Park Pass
- ✓ Local guide
- ✓ Soft drink & Snacks
- ✓ Complimentary drinking water bottles
- ✓ Sightseeing stops
Not Included
- Tips
- Meals
- Travel insurance
- Entry ticket to Columbia Icefield Adventure
- Entry ticket to Columbia Icefield Skywalk
Good to Know
- The tour will Explore Marble/Johnston Canyon & Lake Louise in winter between 15 October to 31st April when Columbia icefield activities are closed. Please purchase the tickets of Columbia Icefield activities (Skywalk and ice explorer) in advance with time slot between 2:00 or 2:15 PM or 2:30 PM through the following link :-https://bookings.banffjaspercollection.com/RKY
