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Maligne Lake Cruise

This fully narrated cruise takes you along Maligne Lake, the largest glacially fed lake in the Canadian Rockies, part of the UNESCO-listed Jasper National Park. Visit Spirit Island, accessible only by boat, and admire views of imposing granite peaks, vibrant blue water, and ancient forests. Keep your camera close and your senses alert as you scan the area for the eagles, bears, and deer that call this area home. Expert and amateur photographers alike will relish in the opportunities to capture the alpine scenery.

Maligne Lake Cruise

1 hour 30 minutes

Jasper's wildwater roller coaster ride

Take on the Class II and Class III white-water rapids of the Sunwapta River on this morning or afternoon rafting adventure from Jasper, and enjoy views of the Jasper National Park that can only be seen from the water. You’ll paddle alongside an experienced river guide, splashing over an 8-mile (13-km) stretch of fun rapids. This whitewater rafting trip includes all necessary equipment and instruction, as well as round-trip transport from a central location in Jasper.

Sunwapta Challenge Whitewater Rafting: Class III Rapids

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Black Bear and Cub

In the cool and quiet evening climate, Jasper’s wildlife comes out in force. Experience Jasper National Park at this special time of day—and beat the crowds—on this evening wildlife tour. Following pickup from your Jasper hotel, hop aboard a minibus and head into the UNESCO-listed Rocky Mountain landscapes. Travel around the park with ease and visit seasonal spots inhabited by grizzly bears, mountain goats, pocket-sized squirrels, and more.

Jasper Evening Wildlife Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Glacier Skywalk

Take in the incredible landscape of Jasper National Park from on high 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.

Columbia Icefield Skywalk Admission

Getting a close up view of the narrow canyon below the tumultuous Athabasca Falls

Not all white-water rafting tours are extra exhilarating. Paddle through the dramatic Athabasca Canyon on a half-day white-water rafting adventure from Jasper that takes on fun, family-friendly Class 2+ rapids. You’ll start at the base of Athabasca Falls, then paddle a 7.5-mile (12-kilometer) stretch of river with a certified river guide. This half-day rafting excursion includes all equipment and transport from downtown Jasper, and both morning and afternoon departures are available.

Athabasca Canyon Run Family Rafting: Class II Plus Rapids

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Spirit Island, Maligne Lake

The Maligne Valley lies within the expansive Jasper National Park in Alberta, Canada. With this tour, navigate the rugged scenery with ease and reach some of the region’s most spectacular landscapes in comfort. Discover top natural attractions such as Maligne Canyon and Medicine Lake on foot, and enjoy a scenic cruise on Maligne Lake. Along the way, keep watch for sightings of native bears, eagles, elk, and moose in their natural habitat.

Jasper Wildlife & Sightseeing Tour with Maligne Lake Cruise

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Jasper National Park Tour: Maligne Valley, Medicine Lake and Spirit Island

Experience the best of Jasper National Park’s Maligne Valley during this guided day tour. Check out Medicine and Maligne lakes, looking out for local wildlife along the way. Learn about the unique natural history of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Canadian Rockies from your guide. Enjoy short walks through the beautiful scenery, and choose between a boat ride to Spirit Island (seasonal) or guided hike at Maligne Lake.

Jasper National Park Tour: Maligne Valley, Medicine Lake and Spirit Island

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Moose duo walking along Maligne Lake shoreline

Jasper National Park is among the most spectacular places to experience the UNESCO-listed Canadian Rocky Mountains—and on this tour, you'll see the best of the region's scenic highlights. Follow your guide to the top spots for lake and mountain vistas, beside a waterfall, and on a lakeside hike. In just half a day, you'll visit Maligne Canyon and its mountain waterfalls, disappearing Medicine Lake, and more.

Jasper Wildlife and Sightseeing Tour with Maligne Lake Hike

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Athabasca River Mile 5

Athabasca River Mile 5

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Tread Lightly Glacier Hikes

Tread Lightly Glacier Hikes

Rafting on Athabasca River Mile 5 in Jasper

Experience the excitement of a whitewater rafting adventure on this guided, 2-hour excursion. Choose from a morning or afternoon departure time, then ride along Alberta's Athabasca River in Jasper National Park. This ‘Mile 5’ trip is the river’s most popular, challenging class II rapids. The guide will be taking photos along the way which will be available for purchase at the end of the trip. All the necessary rafting equipment is included.

Rafting on Athabasca River Mile 5 in Jasper

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Splashes all round!

Paddle a fun, 5-mile (8-km.) section of the Athabasca River on a 2-hour whitewater adventure from Jasper that’s perfect for first-time rafters. You’ll ride frothing Class II rapids through ‘The Expressway,’ a wide stretch of river that combines rapids with calm, flowing water. This 2-hour Jasper whitewater trip includes all equipment, as well as round-trip transport from downtown Jasper.

Athabasca Expressway Whitewater Rafting

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Panoramic view of the Columbia Icefield Skywalk made of glass, Jasper, Alberta.

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Columbia Icefield Skywalk

Maligne Canyon

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Maligne Canyon

Athabasca River

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Athabasca River

The Athabasca Glacier in the Columbia Icefield of Alberta’s Rocky Mountain region.

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Columbia Icefield

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