NEW: Banff WILD ICE - Ice Cleat Adventures! - 3hrs
Overview
NEW: Explore Wild Ice in Banff National Park - Ice Cleats Included
This unique adventure explores Banff's Winter Wonderland like never before! A guided tour of Banff's frozen lakes. Our locally born and raised guides have over 20+ years of experience and know all the best places. Join them as they take you to hidden gems and remote locations that you can only get to by Ice, walking safely over the frozen lake.
Walk on the frozen water with total confidence. No special skills required, easier then skates. Our Ice Cleats will fit most shoe/boot sizes for Men/Women and Children. Contact us if you have very large or small foot sizes.
This tour only operates Dec-March (Ice thickness depending)
What's Included
- Hand Warmers
- Ice Cleats
- Hike Poles
- Boots
- Winter Clothing
Meeting Location
8 Avenue
Canmore, AB T1W 1Y2, 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
A Unique Winter Experience!
Explore the Wild Ice and adventure onto the frozen lakes of the Canadian Rockies.
Logistics:
Max group size is 6 (total per tour).
Larger Groups can contact us directly for more details.
The tour guide will meet you and your group at the pick-up location and drive to one of our frozen lakes (Dec to March). The guide will pick the best location for the group depending on the thickness of ice, weather conditions, and number of people. Once at the lake the guide will instruct you on how to put on the ice cleats and how to travel safely on the ice. Guests will also be given hiking poles with special spikes to aid them well they explore wild ice.
Is it safe? Yes, But not on your own. Know before you go! Our local professional guides check and monitor ice levels on the lakes we use.
Hiking Poles Included
Ice Cleats Included
Professionally Certified Guide and Bear Spray Included
Please bring weather appropriate clothing and foot wear. You can also bring drinks and a light snack if you would like.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the NEW: Banff WILD ICE – Ice Cleat Adventures! – 3hrs?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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. Read more Apr 2025
Cancellation Policy
Questions?
Our friendly customer support is here to help.
Activity code: C-155849P15
Additional Info
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