Glacier Skywalk

Glacier Skywalk Overview

Take in the incredible landscape of Jasper National Park from high up with this visit to the Glacier Skywalk and transfer from Columbia Icefield. Feel the adrenaline rush of stepping out onto the glass-bottomed, 1,312-foot long (400-meter) walkway, perched 1,000 feet (304 meters) above the floor of the Sunwapta Valley, offering unobstructed vistas of the snow-capped mountains and valleys beyond.

Booking the Glacier Skywalk

- Admission to the Glacier Skywalk in Jasper National Park
- Admire panoramic views of glacial valleys and snow-capped peaks
- Learn about the geology, ecology, biology and Aboriginal history of the glacial region from the interpretive displays that line the Skywalk
- Feel your heart pound as you stand almost 1,000 feet above the valley floor on the glass-bottomed platform
- Enjoy the stunning drive from Jasper to the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre along the Icefields Parkway. Book the Glacier Skywalk

What is Included in the Glacier Skywalk

- Scenic transfer by coach to the Glacier Skywalk from Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre

Columbia Icefield Glacier Skywalk

Enjoy the breathtaking views (and breathtaking walk) out on the Glacier Skywalk, a glass-bottomed walkway situated 1,000 feet above the valley below. This unique viewing platform is the perfect spot to take your Alberta visit to new heights with incredible views and fascinating on-site exhibits.

Travel on your own along the Icefields Parkway – one of the most stunning highways in the world, with views of more than 100 glaciers and other alpine landscapes, before arriving at the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre, where your Glacier Skywalk experience begins. Board your coach for the quick five-minute transfer to the Glacier Skywalk, after which you’ll have plenty of time to explore the site at your leisure. It’s recommended you allow at least 45 minutes, though you’re free to stay at the site until closing time, when the last coach returns to the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre.

Step out onto this incredible glass-bottomed viewing platform (called Discovery Vista) feeling your heart pump as you take in the amazing views of the nearby glacial valleys and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. If you’re looking for more to do while on-site, check out the Discovery Trail, offering interpretive displays on the region’s geology, biology, ecology and Aboriginal history, plus a walk along a cliff-edge boardwalk with great views of the valley.

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Columbia Icefield Skywalk

Step out on a cliff-edge walkway where giant glaciers perch above you and the spectacular Sunwapta Valley spreads out below. The Columbia Icefield Skywalk experience features waterfalls, wildlife, fossils and more on an exciting 1-kilometre walkway that leads to a platform where glass is all that separates you from a 918-foot (280 m) drop. The walk is presented in an interpretive storytelling format that will connect you to the natural world in a deep and meaningful way. Book the Glacier Skywalk

Glacier Skywalk and Athabasca Glacier Tour from Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre

Combine the Glacier Skywalk and the Athabasca Glacier tour from the Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre. Ride in a huge ice explorer for a guided tour of the glacier and listen to engaging commentary about glaciers, the local ecosystem, and environmental changes. Then walk on the glass-bottom Skywalk for photo-worthy views over the cliff's edge.

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Glacier Skywalk and Athabasca Glacier Tour

- Ice explorer tour to Athabasca Glacier with visit to the Glacier Skywalk
- Narrated tour of the Columbia Icefield on a rugged ice explorer vehicle
- Stop to walk along the glacier
- Access to the glass-bottom Glacier Skywalk
- Guided drive to Athabasca Glacier
- Access to Glacier Skywalk

Glacier Skywalk and Athabasca Glacier Tour Itinerary

Departure Point
Athabasca Glacier
Athabasca Glacier, Alberta T0E 1E0, Canada
Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Center. Latitude 52°13.220 N and Longitude 117°13.441 W.

Departure Times
5/4/2024 - 10/14/2024
Monday - Sunday: 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Return Details The Glacier Skywalk and Athabasca Glacier Tour will end where it started.

The Glacier Skywalk and Athabasca Glacier tour departs from the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre; tours depart every 15 to 30 minutes, and your ticket is valid for any departure on the day you select.

Climb aboard a specialized ice explorer, an enormous, rugged vehicle built to handle the glacial terrain. As you travel through the largest icefield in the Canadian Rockies, listen to your guide's informative commentary.

Pass sights such as the Weeping Wall, Crowfoot Glacier, Peyto Lake, and Bow Lake on what is widely considered one of Canada's most scenic drives.

At the Athabasca Glacier, you can walk along the glacier, where you can even fill up your water bottle with pure, pristine snowmelt.

On the return trip, stop at the Glacier Skywalk for refreshments and walk along the glass-bottom walkway out over the cliff's edge. Then, back to the ice explorer for the final drive back to the Discovery Center and a return to your vehicle.

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Jasper, Columbia Icefield, Maligne Lake 2 Day tour Overview

Fascinating 2-day guided tour exploring Banff & Jasper National Parks of Canada. Transparent travel itinerary, ensuring you a productive and pleasant tour during your visit to natural gems in Banff and Jasper National Parks, Columbia Icefield's Athabasca Glacier and Jasper's Beautiful Maligne Lake. Enjoy visiting Ancient Glaciers along the World Famous Icefields Parkway! Book Jasper, Columbia Icefield, Maligne Lake 2 Day Tour

What is Included in the Jasper, Columbia Icefield, Maligne Lake 2 Day Tour

- Breakfast
- Air-conditioned Banff - Jasper Columbia Icefield tour vehicles
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Hotel accommodations - standard room
- Bilingual Tour Guide (English and Chinese)
- Admission for Banff and Jasper National Parks
- Traffic Accident Insurance
- NOTE: The sequence of itineraries is subject to change without prior notice. Book Jasper, Columbia Icefield, Maligne Lake 2 Day Tour

Jasper, Columbia Icefield, Maligne Lake 2 Day Tour Itinerary

Day 1

Calgary - Columbia Icefield - Jasper

7 Stops
Crowfoot Glacier
Attached to the Northeast side of the Crowfoot Mountain and overlooking the Bow Lake lies the Crowfoot Glacier. This huge mass of ice was named a century ago because its appearance resembled that of a three-toed crowfoot. Be sure to take lots of photos because the next time you visit Crowfoot Glacier, it might not look the same anymore!
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free

Bow Lake
Bow Lake is a bright turquoise color which is due to the glacial runoff from Bow Glacier. Historical Simpson's Num-Ti-Jah is located on the shores of Bow Lake at the foot of Mount Jimmy Simpson.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free

Icefields Parkway
Joining the hamlet of Lake Louise in Banff with the Town of Jasper in Jasper National Park is one of the most scenic highways in the world.. The "Icefields Parkway". Along the 230 km mountain road, every corner on the Icefields Parkway reveals another one of nature’s splendor, from the ancient glaciers and cascading waterfalls to the vivid colours of lakes and lush forests. Many stops along the Icefields Parkway deserve a stop.
Duration: 45 minutes
Admission Ticket Free

Peyto Lake
Stop at Peyto Lake for its beautiful shape like a Maple Leaf. (If Peyto Lake area is under maintenance or other force majeure, we will go to Waterflow Lake as an alternative attraction)
Duration: 20 minutes
Admission Ticket Free

Columbia Ice Field
Columbia Icefield is the largest ancient icefield in the Canadian Rockies. A ride on the Ice Explorer (additional charges) to explore Athabasca Glacier. Discover a different perspective of the remarkable scenery as you peer into what seems like the heart of the planet through a glass-bottomed Skywalk (additional charges). The Columbia Icefields Skywalk arches out away from the building approximately 280 m above the valley floor, offering an amazing mountainous view of Sunwapta Valley on either side of the skywalk and directly beneath you.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (2 activity Sightseeing: 150 mins)
Admission Ticket Free

Athabasca Falls
Athabasca Falls in Jasper National Park is not the highest or widest waterfall in the Canadian Rockies but it is the most powerful.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free

Jasper National Park
Drive to Town of Jasper, the simple folk style, vast space that makes us return to nature. Jasper National Park is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Accommodation: Overnight in Jasper
Meals: Not Included
Admission Ticket Free



Day 2

Jasper National Park - Maligne Lake - Maligne Canyon

4 Stops
Medicine Lake
Medicine Lake, also known as "the lake that disappears" is located 20 km southeast of the town of Jasper. Medicine lake is a 7 km long narrow lake that is formed by the Maligne River. Interesting enough, the lake loses water as it flows. Why is that you may ask? When the water is on its way to merge with the Athabasca River, it reaches the medicine lake area, and pools up to form the Lake over the largest inaccessible limestone cave system.
Admission Ticket Free

Maligne Lake
22km long, majestic Maligne Lake is the second-largest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies. Discover the world-famous Spirit Island only accessible by boat, on a cruise that has been running for over 60 years in Jasper. The Maligne Lake Cruise (additional charges) was once declared the "Best Boat Cruise in Canada" by 8 million Reader Digest subscribers. (Seasonal/*Alternative attraction: Pyramid Lake, Patricia Lake *). Spirit Island is a spiritual place for the Stoney Nakoda First Nation, who believe mountains are physical representations of their ancestors.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included

Maligne Canyon
Explore Maligne Canyon, located 1.8 km past the Jasper exit. Maligne Canyon is the deepest canyon in Jasper National Park. You will not regret exploring this remarkable natural landmark by crossing six bridges built across several different points of the canyon. Every bridge gives you an all-new perspective of the canyon and are all photo taking opportunities you do not want to miss.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free

Sasketchawan River Crossing
South of the Icefield Avenue, in addition to the beautiful scenery of the Rocky Mountains, the Saskatchewan River Crossing is an interesting place to stop for a short rest. This place was named The Crossing because back in the 19th century, travelers and fur traders would use this spot to cross the North Saskatchewan River on their way to the beautiful province of British Columbia.
Duration: 15 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Not Included
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