Banff Canyoning - Ghost Canyon (Intermediate Level)

Recommended by 97% of travelers

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Banff, Canada

8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Intermediate canyoners—or beginners seeking a challenge—will love canyoning in the secluded, wild Ghost Canyon in Banff National Park during a private day-long adventure. The area is only reachable by 4-wheel-drive vehicle so you get near-exclusive access. After the adventurous journey here, spend the day sliding, rappelling, and jumping into pools while surrounded by beautiful rugged nature. All gear is provided and private guides keep you safe.

Explore the canyons of the eastern Rocky Mountains
Technical safety clinic, safety equipment, and wetsuits included
Receive personalized instruction on a private tour
Ideal for thrill-seeking travelers who love the outdoors

What's Included

Professional guide
Professional Rappelling instruction/clinic
Wet suits (including bottom, top, and neoprene socks)
Helmet
Hareness
All necessary rappelling equipment
Neoprene socks/booties
Private transportation

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

If you are traveling to the mountains without a vehicle we can provide pickup from Canmore. Please contact our office and we can arrange pick up from Blondies Cafe in Canmore or the Legacy Trail bus stop for the Banff/Canmore roam transit line 3 which provides public bus transport from Banff to Canmore approximately every 30 min Getting to the Meeting Location from Banff, if I don’t have a vehicle: Banff has an excellent public bus service (not slower than driving yourself) and the public roam transit line 3: will take you directly from Banff (town centre) to the legacy trail bus stop in Canmore (first stop in Canmore) where you can arrange for us to come pick you up, usually 20min prior to your trip start time.

Meeting point

Range Road 91A
Range Rd 91A, Bighorn No. 8, AB T0L 2C0, Canada
Meeting time is at 8:00am at the Heart Creek Trail Parking lot. (Please check the directions outlined with the booking or contact us with regards to possible pick up options).

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:00 am

What To Expect

Banff National Park

Canmore

Ghost Reservoir Provincial Recreation Area

Banff National Park

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
A minimum of 2 people are required for activity to operate
A maximum of 8 people in group
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum Age & Ability: Due to the active nature of this trip we require all participants to be at least 15 years of age. Participants due not require any previous rope or rappelling experience, they must though be relatively comfortable with heights and swimming.
Service animals allowed

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 31 reviews

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Good Trail Ride

Scott_M, Sep 2025

The staff were very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. We had great weather and the horses were well trained.

Excellent activity. It...

Tommy_T, Aug 2025

Excellent activity. It is outside of Banff, closer to Canmore and there is quite a drive to get to the canyon, but it is very scenic and engaging. Definitely will require a decent level of fitness, but it is very fun and rewarding

Reaching fir new heights!!!

Laura_P, Sep 2024

My most memorable moment was the last solo waterfall rappel. Zak was our guide. He was so knowledgeable, friendly and patient. We really enjoyed his company the entire day. I would recommend him as a guide to others and this adventure. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

Amazing canyoning

Byron_F, Aug 2022

We had an amazing time. Our guide Mark was so wonderful, always making us feel safe and at the same time ensuring we had a great time. This activity exceeded our expectations.

Magnifique aventure

Alexandre_O, Jul 2024

Belle expérience d'aventure. Challengeant, sans aucune impression de danger. Notre guide Marc était plein d'énergie et de bonne humeur. Son amour du canyon était contagieuse. Merci Marc!