Small Group Banff Skyline Via Ferrata 5-hour Tour
Overview
As a Canadian Signature Experience, Norquay's Via Ferrata is a must-do activity when visiting Banff National Park. Our highly qualified ACMG-certified guides will lead you up the cliffs of Mt Norquay that hang above the Bow Valley, overlooking the town of Banff.
Steel handholds, ladders, and footsteps as well as a steel safety cable are secured to the rock wall providing assistance and safety. Climbers are safely secured to the safety cable while climbing.
The Skyline Route is a 4.5 to 5-hour Via Ferrata tour that includes an exciting high traverse on a sheer rock wall and crosses an “airy” 55m suspension bridge. Your effort is amply rewarded at the top, with outstanding panoramic views where the Rocky Mountains stretch out in every direction.
Although no prior climbing experience is necessary, guests should be fit enough to climb multiple ladders, and be comfortable spending four to five hours hiking in mountainous terrain.
What's Included
- Rainwear, backpacks and suitable hiking boots are available at no charge. Size availability is not guaranteed.
- Banff Sightseeing Chairlift - Ride the chairlift to the via ferrata start point.
- Free shuttle bus to and from Banff
- All Safety equipment is provided, including climbing helmet, harness, via ferrata lanyards.
- ACMG-certified Guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Mount Norquay Scenic Drive
Banff, AB T0L, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Feel on top of the world. Exhilarate your senses. Experience views of Banff rarely seen.
Italian for “iron road”, Via Ferrata is an assisted climbing experience high up on the cliffs above Mt Norquay. Climb ladders, cross suspension bridges and marvel at the grandeur of the mountain vistas that surround you.
The 4.5 to 5-hour Skyline Tour includes an exciting high traverse on a sheer rock wall and crosses an “airy” 55m suspension bridge. Your effort is amply rewarded at the top, with outstanding panoramic views where the Rocky Mountains stretch out in every direction. With Banff as a backdrop over 1000 meters below, enjoy the uber-scenic ridge-crest descent as it leads you back to the Norquay sightseeing chairlift and Cliffhouse Bistro.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- PARTICIPANTS MUST CHECK IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME
- An Exclusion of Liability Waiver must be signed by all via ferrata participants
- Maximum participant weight is 120 kgs (265 lbs)
- Minimum 14 years of age and minimum 40 kg (88 lbs)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT).
- This tour 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.
- Rainwear, backpacks and suitable hiking boots are available at no charge. Size availability is not guaranteed.
- Banff Sightseeing Chairlift - Ride the chairlift to the via ferrata start point.
- Free shuttle bus to and from Banff.
- All Safety equipment is provided, including climbing helmet, harness, via ferrata lanyards.
- ACMG-certified Guide.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 14..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Small Group Banff Skyline Via Ferrata 5-hour Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Small Group Banff Skyline Via Ferrata 5-hour Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Rainwear, backpacks and suitable hiking boots are available at no charge. Size availability is not guaranteed.
- Banff Sightseeing Chairlift - Ride the chairlift to the via ferrata start point.
- Free shuttle bus to and from Banff
- All Safety equipment is provided, including climbing helmet, harness, via ferrata lanyards.
- ACMG-certified Guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- PARTICIPANTS MUST CHECK IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME
- An Exclusion of Liability Waiver must be signed by all via ferrata participants
- Maximum participant weight is 120 kgs (265 lbs)
- Minimum 14 years of age and minimum 40 kg (88 lbs)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
