Maligne Canyon

Following a pick-up from your accommodation in Jasper, climb aboard a 21-seat tour bus for a comfortable drive up the valley. Your first stop will be at Maligne Canyon. Enjoy an easy 30-minute walk and see the deepest portion at 164 feet, including a thundering waterfall. Re-board your bus and drive on through stunning landscapes en route to Medicine Lake. Here the tour will make a 10-minute stop for photos, and your guide will explain why this is known locally as the "disappearing lake." Continue on to Maligne Lake and take a 90-minute scenic cruise to Spirit Island. Throughout the day, look out for Canada’s famous wildlife, such as abundant moose, the odd black bear, and even a grizzly.

Discover the incredible Icefields Parkway with this smartphone audio tour between Lake Louise and Jasper. Let your audio guide transform this beautiful scenic drive into a sight-seeing, fact-finding, trivia-answering, family-friendly adventure. With your phone as your guide, start from either Jasper or Lake Louise, and end at the other. Enjoy the same tour experience in either direction. Your audio guide will point out must-see sights, attractions, breathtaking mountains, and glaciers that you pass along the journey. Learn about the area's early pioneers, animals, geography, and the historical events that led to the highway’s creation. Take in the panoramic views of Lake Hector and Bow Lake, and stop for easy trails in Banff National Park. Explore the famous Columbia Icefields and the Columbia Icefields Discovery Center. See the majestic Dolomite and Bow Peaks, Mount Amery, Mount Murchison, and Mount Wilson. Take in the gorgeous Sunwapta Falls where the water flows from the melting Athabasca Glacier. Hear about the people and events that made the area famous like Mary Shaffer Warren, Bill Peyto, George Simpson, and the Palliser Expedition. Easily navigate your tour and enjoy entertainment suitable for all ages. Stay laughing and engaged with your friends or family along the way with trivia fun. Hear fun audio clips that play automatically as you drive using a live GPS map. Try out multiple-choice trivia questions about the sights at each point of interest you pass. With no time constraints, enjoy the freedom to stop anywhere and take your time exploring.

Experience magical mountains, alpine meadows, and thrilling rivers on this 5.5-hour tour to the Maligne Valley from Jasper. Part of the Jasper National Park, the valley is home to magnificent lakes and outstanding hiking trails. Following a pick-up from your Jasper hotel, you will go on a short hike past the sheer 100-foot walls of Maligne Canyon. Then, take a scenic drive to Maligne Lake and the "disappearing" Medicine Lake. Look out for elk and moose as you drive. Maligne Lake is the second largest glacial-fed lake in the world. It drains into the Maligne River and continues down to Medicine Lake. You will visit what is arguably the most extensive karst system - or underground river system - in Canada. An underground network of caves remains largely out of reach to visitors, keeping it a mystery for future exploration. Your professional guide will expand on this inscrutable place during an immersive narrative. During the summer season, you can join an inclusive boat cruise to Spirit Island, the only means of reaching the isolated island, for serene views of the stunning alpine scenery.  During the rest of the year, you can enjoy a guided hike along the Mary Schaffer Loop. Depending on the time of the year, you will enjoy wildlife viewings in the area around Maligne Canyon, including moose, sheep, caribou, and bears. Jump back on the bus for your return journey and hotel drop-off in Jasper, at the heart of Canada’s largest Rocky Mountain national park.

Travel by comfortable minibus on this 6 hour excursion to the Maligne Valley, the most spectacular scenery in the Canadian Rockies. Along the way, your naturalist guide will provide commentary on the history and natural wonders of the area. Stop at 2 of the bridges to take in views of the cascading waterfalls and see the continuing erosion of ancient limestone. At the world-famous Maligne Lake, head out on a 2-3 kilometer interpretive nature walk. Admire the beautiful lakeshore vistas before following the easy-grade trail loop back into the forested area. After the hike, you’ll have a bit of free time to relax at the Maligne Lake Day Lodge before returning to Jasper.

Discover one of Jasper’s most impressive natural wonders. Meet your friendly and highly trained tour guide before journeying to the bottom of the Maligne Canyon – the deepest accessible canyon in Jasper National Park. Explore frozen waterfalls, ice caves, and incredible ice formations, marveling at the power of nature. Learn about Jasper’s Maligne Valley, Karst topography, and the mystery of the “disappearing” Medicine Lake.  Be sure to take photographs by the stunning geological features, and the huge frozen waterfalls. The Maligne Canyon Icewalk Tour is a great option for anyone who does not ski or snowboard. Or if you are hitting the pistes, get a full morning on the slopes and then head to the canyon for the afternoon. 

Don’t miss a thing as your favorite audio tour narrator guides you to not-to-be-missed places of interest across Banff, Lake Louise, Yoho, Icefields Parkway and Jasper, along with fascinating stories, tips and directions. Follow the suggested itineraries, or divide the commentary and create your own half, full or multi day sightseeing trips. The Canadian Rocky Mountains National Parks are such an amazing place where the scenery is often almost too good to be true. The National Parks are spread over hundreds of miles, each area with its own rewarding features, attractions and wildlife. Includes: Lake Louise and Yoho (Full Day) Lake Louise is one of the most famous of all the photos to take in the Rockies, with the beautifully coloured lake backdropped by massive, glacier-draped peaks. Moraine Lake is easily as stunning, with 10 peaks surrounding the lake. Be sure to read the information about pre-planning required to visit Moraine Lake. Yoho is the National Park that continues directly west of Lake Louise. Major attractions include Takakkaw Falls, a mighty glacier-fed cascade is the biggest in the Rockies, the serene Emerald Lake, and the Natural Bridge - an awesome display of the power of water. Also make a stop at the Spiral Tunnels to witness some manmade ingenuity. Commentary fills the portion of the drive between Lake Louise and Banff, with Johnston Canyon the most popular stop, and it's your choice whether to drive on the fast Hwy 1, or the slower, scenic 1A - Bow Valley Parkway. Icefields Parkway (Long Full Day) Without any doubt, this is the most scenic drive in the National Parks and has been voted the World's Most Beautiful Mountain Drive. Glaciers that practically touch the road, brilliant blue lakes, and thundering waterfalls dominate the route. And this drive is usually rich with wildlife. Take a full day to enjoy all the stops if driving one way between Banff or Lake Louise and Jasper, or reverse. It is also common to drive from Banff/Lake Louise to the Icefields Centre and then return as a day trip. Jasper (1-2 Days) With wider valleys between its mighty mountain ranges, and a touch lower elevation, Jasper is an ideal environment for wildlife. Drive the loop that visits the pretty lakes that sit on a benchland above the town, effortlessly climb Whistlers Mountain on the TramWay and even share the view with some big horn sheep on Old Fort Point, all close to the town. Then venture further out to the Maligne Canyon and Maligne Lake, the location of the famous Spirit Island cruise. And be sure to soak in the Rockies' hottest springs at Miette. Around Town of Banff (Half- Full Day) There are about a dozen surprisingly impressive things to do around the town of Banff, none more than 20 minutes away. Join the tour loop and follow from place to place with frequent stops for incredible views, waterfalls, mountain lakes and often lucky wildlife spotting locations.

Day 1 Johnston Canyon - Vermilion Lakes - Cascade of Time Garden - Banff Town - Sulphur Mountain Gondola - Bow Falls - Surprise Corner - Hoodoos On day one, you will discover some of the most spectacular scenic vistas in Banff. Visit Johnston Canyon and follow a popular hiking trail that guides you to the waterfall. Then, head to Vermilion Lakes to spot native wildlife in the breathtaking scenery. Head to the Cascade Garden to see the vivid floral signtseeing. You will spend time to dine and explore the beautiful town of Banff. You can also take the Sulphur Gondola and discover sweeping scenes from the Mountain summit. Stop at Bow Falls to view a short turbulent interrupt of the cerulean waters of the Bow River. Visit Surprise Corner, named for its spectacular views and it's an excellent place for photos. Visit Hoodoos to enjoy incredible panoramic views of the Bow River Valley and the surrounding mountains. Day 2 Castle Moutain - Crowfoot Glacier - Bow Lake - Peyto Lake - Columbia Icefield - Athabasca Glacier In day two, you will experience the breathtaking beauty of the largest icefield and explore one of the most accessible expanses of glacial ice in North America. Our knowledgeable and friendly bilingual guides will ensure to give you an authentic and immersive experience to Castle Mountain, Crowfoot Glacier and Bow Lake. Stop at the Peyto Lake to see the unique, bright, and turquoise colour. Go beyond nature's edge and immerse yourself in an awe-inspiring interpretive experience in one of the most unique ecosystems in the world. From ice-capped mountain peaks to vast glacier-formed valleys. the Columbia Icefield Skywalk (admission not included) is your front-row seat to nature's most grand performance and situated in a national park. Day 3 Jasper National Park On day three, you will arrive at another stunning national park, Jasper National Park. The first viewpoints are the Pyramid Lake and Pyramid Mountain. The reflections on the lake's surface and the stunning backdrop make it a visitors' paradise. Then, you will visit Maligne Canyon, a remarkable natural wonder and a must-visit destination. Medicine Lake and Maligne Lake are known for the breathtaking beauty. Visitors might spot wildlife, while exploring the trails or enjoying a cruise tour (admission not included). Day 4 Lake Louise – Moraine Lake – Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge On day four, you will be amazed by glistening glacial lakes. Depart from Jasper National Park to Lake Louise and gain access to Moraine Lake, which is now closed to public vehicles. Breathe in the fresh mountain air at both lakes. As you pull into Moraine Lake, be impressed by the Rocky Mountains standing tall in the background. After a short stay at the Spiral Tunnels, you will arrive at Emerald Lake. The Lake's beauty transcends seasons, making it a worthwhile visit year-round. The Natural Bridge is the last spot you don’t want to miss. After the tour, you will return to your original pickup point.

Embark on guided e-bike tour of through Jasper National Park while visiting some of the most delectable restaurants tucked away in the wilderness. See such iconic Jasper landmarks as Lac Beauvert, Lake Edith and the Athabasca River, and catch a glimpse of wildlife from a safe distance including bears, elk and bighorn sheep. After meeting your guide and getting setup on your e-bike, the group will head out to visit three restaurants. At each of the restaurants be served a mouth-watering local dish to help you fuel-up until the next stop. Enjoy hearty portions at wilderness restaurants that are a joy to discover. Each one has its own unique specialties. From smoked meats and refined dishes to sumptuous desserts. Ride by beautiful blue-green lakes, scenic forest paths, mountain vistas, beaches, rivers, and viewpoints. Hear local stories and history from your guide. Find out about Jasper's fascinating history and the earliest visitors to Jasper. Ride along the turquoise waters of lake Edith before heading to a beach to dip your feet in the spectacular, glacier-fed Lake Annette (if time permits). Finally, visit the Thompson's Terrace at the Fairmont Golf Club for the first part of your meal. Return to your meeting point full of facts, stories, and delectable dishes.

Don’t miss a thing as your favorite audio tour narrator guides you through Jasper National Park with captivating stories, essential tips, and seamless directions. Customize your experience with flexible itineraries that allow you to enjoy half-day, full-day, or extended adventures across this spectacular landscape. Set against the rugged backdrop of the Canadian Rockies, Jasper National Park is renowned for its pristine natural beauty and diverse wildlife. This self-guided tour is designed to cover well-known attractions and hidden gems, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of the park’s most scenic and significant sites. Major Highlights: Jasper SkyTram Maligne Canyon Maligne Lake Miette Hot Springs Old Fort Point Pyramid & Patricia Lakes Includes: Jasper SkyTram: Ascend above the treeline on Whistlers Mountain for breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain ranges. Maligne Canyon: Walk through one of the Canadian Rockies’ most spectacular gorges, with dramatic waterfalls and narrow limestone walls carved by water. Maligne Lake: Experience the serenity of this glacial lake and consider a boat cruise to Spirit Island. Miette Hot Springs: Relax in the hottest mineral springs in the Rockies. Old Fort Point: Climb to this lookout for panoramic views of the Jasper townsite and surrounding lakes. Pyramid & Patricia Lakes: Enjoy the tranquility of these twin lakes, which are perfect for photography and picnics. This audio tour provides a detailed guide to experiencing Jasper National Park, ensuring you discover every significant and enchanting part of this majestic region at your own pace. Whether seeking adventure, relaxation or wildlife spotting, this tour offers an enriching and memorable journey through one of Canada's most awe-inspiring national parks.