Excursions & Activities for Rocky Mountain Majesty

Duration2: This excursion typically takes 2 hours.

The adventure begins with an eight minute journey to the summit of Sulphur Mountain in a modern, fully-enclosed four passenger gondola cabin. The views become increasingly spectacular as you climb 698m (2,292 ft) to an elevation of 2,281m (7,486 ft) at the Summit Upper Terminal. Stay on the look out for wildlife and birds that frequent the Banff Gondola. This is nature¿s wild playground, so a camera is a must! You can encounter the local wildlife including Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep, Golden mantled ground squirrels, Hoary marmots, Clark¿s nutcracker and the Canada (Gray) jay. Afterwards, we'll visit thundering Bow Falls where plenty of great photo opportunities await you. Be sure to bring a sweater or light jacket as the wind can become quite cool at 2,285 metres above sea level.

Summer hours: 8:30 am - 6:30 pm, Saturdays until 9:00 pm. We recommend allowing at least an hour at this attraction.

Important Note: You are responsible for coordinating your schedule to verify that the time available for this excursion will not conflict with any other excursions you have booked for this day. Please review the above description for duration and operating times.

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Duration2: 2.5 Hours

On this evening journey, travel through a variety of landscapes and learn about wildlife, their needs, and their inter-relationships. Discover the challenges of protecting animals and their habitat in Banff National Park. The tour will take you to a range of habitats depending on wildlife activity in the region. Every evening is a new adventure! The Evening Wildlife Safari is a bus tour with little to no walking involved. If you are traveling on a Monograms driving vacation, please check your itinerary and note the driving distance between cities before booking this excursion.

Your tour includes a certified guide, hotel pick up and drop off, and the use of binoculars. Mountain weather can be unpredictable; dress for the weather.

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Duration2: This excursion typically takes 2 hours.

A chance to really experience the beauty and tranquility of the Canadian Rockies with a peaceful one-hour float trip down the Bow River past Tunnel Mountain, the Hoodoos and Mount Rundle. No experience necessary & guide does all the paddling. The rafts are customized with elevated floorboards, so your shoes even stay dry! Guests often bring cameras to catch the scenery as they float by. Lifejackets are required and provided. (Subject to favorable weather & water conditions)

No experience necessary; the guide does all the paddling. These custom rafts have a floorboard, so your shoes should stay dry! Lifejackets are required and provided. The Hoodoo Float Tour is subject to favorable weather & water conditions. Casual clothing is recommended. Children must be a minimum of 25lbs (12kg).

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Duration2: This excursion typically takes 0.5 hour.

Your adventure will take you past the Three Sisters Peaks as you spectacularly escape to the Spray Valley. You will see the magnificent Goat Range where you will observe the radiant aqua blue/green colors of the Spray Lakes. Next, your journey will take you to new heights through the Goat Range Pass and along the Sundance Range of Banff National Park where you will see mountain peaks, alpine meadows and pristine lakes. Finally, you will be transported to the ¿Matterhorn of the Canadian Rockies" which rises majestically to 3,611 meters (11,870 feet) along the Great Divide. The surrounding glaciers and icefalls will astound you and capture your imagination where you will get up close and personal with the Gloria Glacier as it tumbles off of Mount Assiniboine. This is an experience you will not forget! (30 minute flight) Flights are subject to favorable weather conditions and minimum of 2 passengers.

Alpine Helicopters is located in Canmore; allow approximately 20-25 minutes for the drive between Banff and Canmore. Flights are available throughout the day.

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Duration2: 3 Hours

Come join a fun-filled musical celebration of Canada, featuring totally Canadian music in a log cabin type building. During the show, costumed performers also serve a five course family style dinner. Everything about this award winning show is Canadian.

Dinner includes French Canadian Pea Soup, Fresh Homemade Bread, Fresh Garden Salad, Roast Beef (Alberta Grade Eh?!), Fresh Atlantic Haddock, Roasted Manitoba Chicken, Roasted PEI Potatoes, New Brunswick Medley of Vegetables, Maple Chocolate Mania Cake, and Coffee & Tea.

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Duration2: This excursion typically takes 0.41 hour.

Your adventure will take you past the Three Sisters Peaks as you spectacularly escape to the Spray Valley. You will see the magnificent Goat Range where you will observe the radiant aqua blue/green colors of the Spray Lakes. Next, your journey will take you to new heights through the Goat Range Pass and along the Sundance Range of Banff National Park where you will see mountain peaks, alpine meadows and pristine lakes. An extraordinary adventure not to be missed! (25 minuet flight) Flights are subject to favorable weather conditions and minimum of 2 passengers.

Alpine Helicopters is located in Canmore; allow approximately 20-25 minutes for the drive between Banff and Canmore. Flights are available throughout the day.

Important Note: You are responsible for coordinating your schedule to verify that the time available for this excursion will not conflict with any other excursions you have booked for this day. Please review the above description for duration and operating times.

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Duration2: 3 Hours

Bring the entire family and join us for a unique perspective of Jasper National Park. Jasper's best rafting float trips take you down the Athabasca River for those in seek of a complete and fun filled Alberta wilderness adventure. Our 16 kilometer trip passes through many small sets of rapids and calm stretches, which allows your National Park Licensed guide to point out the natural and human history of Jasper. The Athabasca River is the same route that was used by the ¿fur traders¿ many years ago, (David Thompson 1811). Our specially designed rafts offer a safe, comfortable ride that any first time rafter will enjoy. This trip is for everyone from toddlers to seniors. The guides do all the rowing so you can sit back & enjoy the majestic scenery. (2.5 hours)

This float trip is suitable for the whole family. Come prepared to get splashed. (Subject to favorable weather and water conditions.)

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Duration2: This excursion typically takes 2 hours.

The experience of being gently transported into Jasper National Park's alpine tundra will captivate all ages and is merely the beginning of an experience the whole family will cherish. Jasper Tramway is the longest and highest guided aerial tramway in Canada and the only guided aerial ropeway in the Canadian Rockies. It provides visitors with unprecedented views of six mountain ranges, glacial fed lakes, the Athabasca river (Alberta's longest), and the scenic mountain town-site of Jasper. Plan to spend some time hiking or even simply enjoying the views and lunch at the Treeline Restaurant perched high above the trees at 7,500 feet!

Elevation at the Upper Tramway Station is 2277 meters (7,472 feet). From that point, there is a natural alpine hiking trail to the summit at an elevation of 2,464 meters (8,100 feet). Hours of operation vary by season with 9:00 a.m. earliest and 6:30 p.m. latest. We recommend allowing 2 hours for this attraction.

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Duration2: This excursion typically takes 1.5 hours.

Maligne Lake, a location that epitomizes the Canadian Rockies, is a 45-minute drive from Jasper. Departing from the Maligne Lake Day Lodge, you'll enjoy the 90-minute narrated cruise with a brief stop at Spirit Island for photos of the magnificent mountains that surround you. Learn of the local history, geology, wildlife, and glaciology of Maligne Lake and of Jasper National Park as some of the most spectacular scenery in the Rockies drift past your window.

Note: Subject to conditions on the lake, this cruise may not be available in April, May, and October departures. Cruises depart on the hour every hour between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm (some variance to schedule in spring or fall.)

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Duration2: 3 Hours

Join your experienced guide on this 2-hour hike on the "Path of the Glacier" walk with Mount Edith Cavell's snowcapped peak towering a mile overhead.

No previous hiking experience is required; the walk is 1.6 km (1 mile) in length and gains 170 ft of elevation. However, most people find the maximum elevation gain to be of little difficulty. The nature of this excursion means it's not necessarily appropriate for younger children.

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