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The 15 Best Glacier & Icefield Tours in the Canadian Rockies

91 tours  ·  from $37

The Athabasca Glacier is the one place in the Rockies you can drive onto ice, and the Skywalk next door hangs a glass floor over the valley. These 15 compare the Ice Explorer tickets, the guided walks in crampons and the full Parkway days, with prices and the season each one keeps.

Jasper: Columbia Icefield Skywalk and Ice Explorer Ticket - Riding the Ice Explorer to Athabasca Glacier
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Jasper: Columbia Icefield Skywalk and Ice Explorer Ticket

1.Columbia Icefield Skywalk and Ice Explorer Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,444 reviews · 1 day · from $96Our pick

Meet at the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre for an Ice Explorer ride onto the 25,000-year-old Athabasca Glacier, with live English commentary from guides such as Andy, Kulvinder, and Morgan. You get about 20 minutes on the ice, then ride a shuttle to the glass-bottom Skywalk, where you can take your time above the Sunwapta Valley.

“It is a great itinerary. Jasper National Park is a long road from Calgary so all of the lake stops are great to break up the trip. I would suggest doing the Icefield adventure but at 2pm and not 2:30 as they suggest. To get it all in needs extra time so as to not be late for bus departures. Gorgeous! Worth the whole 12 hours and big bucks to walk on the glacier.”

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Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk - Starting at the Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre
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Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk

2.Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,860 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

Ride a rugged Ice Explorer from the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre to Athabasca Glacier, with guide commentary and time to walk on the ice. Then cross the glass-bottom Glacier Skywalk. Guides such as Andy, Leanne, Lars, and Jackson have earned praise for lively, informative tours. Allow three hours, dress warmly, and arrive early to print your ticket.

“Highly recommend the icefield tour! Our guide, Andy, was awesome! This was probably the highlight of our 9-day trip!”

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Jasper: Columbia Icefield Skywalk - The cliff-edge structure and the first glass-floor step
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Jasper: Columbia Icefield Skywalk

3.Columbia Icefield Skywalk

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 916 reviews · 1 day · from $37Best value

Ride from the Columbia Icefield Discovery Center to a glass-floored walkway 918 feet above the Sunwapta Valley. You’ll follow a 1-kilometer cliff-edge route with views of waterfalls, mountains, glaciers, and possible wildlife. An audio guide is available in several languages, while drivers provide commentary in English.

“It was amazing. The drive to the center tho was a little rough because it was snowing the whole day but regardless of that fact, the Skywalk was open and staff were accomodating to all visitors. I would definitely recommend it.”

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Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and the Icefields Parkway Full-Day Tour - Morning pickup from Banff or Canmore
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Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and the Icefields Parkway Full-Day Tour

4.Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and the Icefields Parkway Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 836 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $165Top rated

From Banff or Canmore, ride with a local English-speaking guide such as Rob or Robbie to Lake Minnewanka, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Bow Lake, Crowfoot Glacier, and Peyto Lake. This 8 to 9-hour small-group tour handles the driving and difficult parking, with up to 22 people in the vehicle.

“Saw the best lakes, lake Louise, morraine, bow lake, peyto lake, minnewashka, glacier parkway. I thought lunch was included in the price but they drop you off at a place to eat lots of options but not much time. Was great to be dropped off right at the parking lot.”

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Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk from Banff - The Icefields Parkway is the real scenic show
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Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk from Banff

5.Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk from Banff

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 649 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $302

Spend about 11 hours traveling from Banff to the Columbia Icefield with a guide, stopping at Lake Louise, Crowfoot Glacier, and Peyto Lake. Ride the Ice Explorer onto glacier ice, cross the Glacier Skywalk, and enjoy a hot buffet lunch. Small groups can include up to 14 people, with guides such as Nolan, Brad, Riley, and Jack.

“Amazing experience with Viator trip to the Columbia icefields of Jasper Park. From our driver Nicky and our tour guide Karla .. We had a little mishap while we were in parking lot in Peyto lake area - an hour our bus, had an issue it was starting then stopping, something with the alternator. But after 1 hr the bus started again. Everyone in the tour group was very patient, kept calm and good spirits. So we carry on the icefields arrived at 2pm. We still had a good hot buffer lunch. Icefields is a great experience with the ice explorer and walking in glacier itself….🥰 Nikki and Carla kept…”

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Johnston Canyon Icewalk - Banff pickup and the short ride to the canyon
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Johnston Canyon Icewalk

6.Johnston Canyon Icewalk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 502 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $81

Walk Johnston Canyon’s icy steel paths with a small group and guide, reaching the lower and upper icefalls when conditions allow. Pickup from Banff, cleats, poles, hot chocolate, and a maple cookie are included. Guides such as Emma, Neil, Tina, Chloe, and Rob explain the canyon’s geology, wildlife, and winter character along the way.

“Unfortunately we faced travel delay after delay trying to get from California to Banff. I reached out to Viator and the tour company and let them know about our predicament. They both acknowledged that there were tours later in the week and acted like it would not be a big deal to change our date. However, after a lot of back and forth they ultimately decided that “nothing could be done,” and, “their system wouldn’t let them make the change,” so we were just out our almost $400 and they refused to change us to the open slots later in the week. I understand if they tours were already sold…”

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Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Crowfoot Glacier, and Lakes Tour - Starting early and settling into the ride
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Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Crowfoot Glacier, and Lakes Tour

7.Columbia Icefield, Skywalk, Crowfoot Glacier, and Lakes Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 475 reviews · 12 hours · from $50

Travel with an English-speaking guide such as Harry, Ross, or Aashish from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff to Lake Louise, Peyto Lake, Crowfoot Glacier, Waterfowl Lakes, and the Columbia Icefield. The $50 fare covers transport, park admission, water, and sightseeing, but Ice Explorer and Skywalk tickets cost extra.

“It was very fun and exciting! We’ve had plenty of time to take pictures and explore. Our guide was also very helpful to making sure we got good photos and videos which was a bonus. 10/10 would recommend to another traveler in the future.”

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From Banff: Athabasca Glacier and Columbia Icefield Day Trip - Crowfoot Glacier and Waterfowl Lakes
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From Banff: Athabasca Glacier and Columbia Icefield Day Trip

8.Athabasca Glacier and Columbia Icefield Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 408 reviews · 11 hours · from $276

Travel from Banff to the Athabasca Glacier in a small modern bus with an English-speaking guide such as Jake, Emma, or Roz. Ride the Ice Explorer, walk the Glacier Skywalk above the Sunwapta Valley, stop at Bow Lake and other viewpoints, and enjoy a packed lunch. Expect an early start and a full 11-hour day.

“Emma was a fantastic guide. She gave great information on the geography and history of the area and was very attentive to the group. The bus was comfortable with ample of space and the picnic lunch was delicious with lots of snacks provided too. Al the stops were beautiful and we had enough time to explore each location too without feeling rushed.”

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Athabasca Glacier Snow Trip from Banff - The Icefields Parkway Turns the Drive Into an Attraction
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Athabasca Glacier Snow Trip from Banff

9.Athabasca Glacier Snow Trip from Banff

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 394 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $291

Leave Banff early for an 11-hour journey along the Icefields Parkway, stopping at Crowfoot Glacier and Bow Lake before riding an Ice Explorer onto Athabasca Glacier. A picnic lunch, Glacier Skywalk, guide, and transport are included. Guides such as Neil, Georgia, Jake, and Chloe add local stories and wildlife tips.

“Levi was a wonderful guide. He explained everything about the glaciers history and sadly its probable disappearance in the decades to come. Would definitely recommend this tour!”

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Guided Glacier Hike on The Athabasca with IceWalks - Reading the ice with an ACMG-certified guide
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Guided Glacier Hike on The Athabasca with IceWalks

10.Guided Glacier Hike on The Athabasca with IceWalks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 334 reviews · from $98

Join an ACMG-certified IceWalks guide for a three-hour, five-kilometer walk onto the Athabasca Glacier. You’ll ride a short shuttle from the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, use provided micro-spikes, and explore crevasses, mill wells, meltwater streams, and icefalls. Guides including Mike, Stu, Nick, and others keep the pace steady and explain how the ice changes.

“This is hands down one of the best experiences of our Banff trip. Nick is an amazing guide who helped us with the necessary gear, kept us entertained with the history & facts about the glacier and his expert guidance. He adjusts the hRead more”

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Banff: Morning or Afternoon Johnston Canyon Icewalk - The Bow Valley Parkway ride from Banff
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Banff: Morning or Afternoon Johnston Canyon Icewalk

11.Morning or Afternoon Johnston Canyon Icewalk

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 253 reviews · 4 hours · from $79

From Banff, travel by minibus along the Bow Valley Parkway to Johnston Canyon. Your guide supplies ice cleats and poles for the 5.4-kilometer winter hike, explains the canyon’s geology and local stories, and serves hot chocolate with maple cookies near the Upper Falls. Small groups make the outing easy to manage.

“Rob our guide was amazing. He took the time to chat with each person in our group and was very knowledgeable about the area and was able to answer all our questions. It was a great time.”

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Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk from Jasper - The morning drive along the Icefields Parkway
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Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk from Jasper

12.Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk from Jasper

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 184 reviews · 7 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $249

Travel from Jasper along the Icefields Parkway, stop at Athabasca Falls, ride an Ice Explorer across Athabasca Glacier, cross the Glacier Skywalk, and enjoy a hot buffet lunch. Pickup is offered at select Jasper hotels. Guides may include Sophie, Chiara, Dustin, Jamie, or Alistair, depending on the departure.

“Amazing experience. The bus driver Sophie and guide Chiara went above and beyond to make the experience special. Every detail was perfect. Walking on the glacier was the highlight of my 13 day trip Sam our ice Bus driver was also terrific. This is a must do and using Brewster company is a must.”

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Tread Lightly Glacier Hikes - The small-group advantage
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Tread Lightly Glacier Hikes

13.Tread Lightly Glacier Hikes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 171 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $138

Hike across the Athabasca Glacier with an ACMG-certified guide from Rockaboo Mountain Adventures. Groups are capped at 10, and poles, crampons, and footwear are provided. Expect glacier science, meltwater channels, crevasses, mountain views, and a roughly four-hour outing. Guides such as Shep, Max, Eric, Sara, and Simon have earned especially warm praise.

“What an amazing experience. Sara was a fantastic guide. We were able to repel down into a crevasse and loved every minute. Enjoyed the 1+ mile hike to get out to the glacier. Learned a lot about the glaciers”

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Whistler: Mountains and Glaciers Tour by Seaplane - Green Lake is part of the experience
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Whistler: Mountains and Glaciers Tour by Seaplane

14.Mountains and Glaciers Tour by Seaplane

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 162 reviews · 30 min · from $190

Take off from Harbour Air’s Green Lake terminal for a 30-minute flight over Whistler Village, Garibaldi Lake, glacier-fed lakes, alpine meadows, and the Black Tusk. Pilots such as Greg and Paul have been praised for their safe, friendly service. Check in 40 minutes early and bring valid identification.

“This tour was spectacular! We got to see Garibaldi and Cheakamus lake (as well as many others) as well as Table top and the Black tusk mountain. Definitely worth it and highly recommend.”

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Calgary Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk and Lakes Day Tour - Starting before the mountains get busy
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Calgary Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk and Lakes Day Tour

15.Calgary Banff: Columbia Icefield, Skywalk and Lakes Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · 11 hours · from $49

Spend a full day on the Icefields Parkway with stops at Lake Louise, Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, Mistaya Canyon, and Waterfowl Lake. The $49 tour includes transport and a guide, but Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure and Skywalk tickets cost extra. Guides may speak English, Hindi, or Punjabi.

“We had a fantastic day! This tour exceeded our expectations thanks to our driver and guide Aashish. He was very communicative, knowledgeable, pleasant and eager to make it a wonderful experience. Would definitely. recommend.”

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