Rock Climbing Adventure in Banff: Beginner

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Banff, Canada

7 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

The majestic landscapes around Banff are perfect settings for rock climbing adventures. But, if you're a beginner, it can be difficult to know where to start. This small-group rock climbing experience is suitable for all levels of experience, from novice to advanced. Whatever your ability, you'll benefit from expert instruction, experience the thrill of climbing and be prepared for getting out into nature.

Rock climbing experience in Banff: For all levels of experience
Small-group experience: Ensures personalized attention
Even beginners will be able to get up the wall
Learn in Banff so that you can put your skills to use

What's Included

All climbing gear, helmet, harness, climbing shoes, ropes, belay devices

Private transportation
Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

229 Bear St, Banff, AB T1L 1C3, Canada
Please meet at our office on the lower level, under the movie theatre. We will get you geared up for the day. Guests will be required to drive themselves to climbing site locations.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.7:45 am

What To Expect

Banff National Park

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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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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Featured review

Evelyne_V

Incredible time with guides Dustin and Janet. They were so patient and helpful with our 9 year olds and tailored climbs to the group’s level and experience. By the end, my 13 year old attempted a level 10a climb. Fantastic experience in beautiful surroundings. Dustin and Janet were attentive, emphasized safety and climbing techniques, and ensured we reached our personal goals.

Reviews

4.9

based on 19 reviews

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Worth the trip

Stephen_H, Aug 2023

Jacob was the best. Great guy to be around definitely made the experience. Very knowledgeable, down to earth, and has some great stories.

Fanatic experience

Evelyne_V, Jul 2023

An experience worth recommending

Arlene_H, Jul 2023

All memorable and fun. We learned a lot. Jacob was an excellent instructor. The day was gorgeous, and we got to try 6 different climbing spots.

A must while in Banff!

Angela_N, Jun 2023

11/10 experience! Our very knowledgeable and amazing guide, Jacob, made the day approachable and fun for my sister, who is totally new to climbing, and for me, an experience indoor climber but with no outdoor experience! Would 100% recommend to anyone looking for another day to get outside in beautiful Banff.

Excellent!

Alyssa_G, Aug 2022

This experience was one for the books. Dustin was an excellent mentor and his experience and knowledge of climbing and the location was second to none. The best part is this experience is for anyone! If you've climbed before or not, you're going to learn the ropes (no pun intended) and have the most fun outdoors. (:

Ask for Dustin!

Chelsea_K, Jul 2022

Dustin was great! He was very encouraging, precautious, and informative. I appreciated him teaching us how to do the more technical things as well as ensuring we had a good experience.

Great experience but need more shoe size availability

Gloria_K, Jul 2022

Austin was our guide and my family had a great time! He was very patient in helping my 9 year old daughter have a positive experience. My 12 year old daughter had an awesome time and was the reason we chose to do rock climbing again! The only recommendation I would make is to have the climbers fitted for shoes before meeting at the climbing site. There were limited sizing for shoes brought to the climbing site. My husband wears a size 8 and his option was 7.5 or 8.5. He wore the smaller shoes which were very uncomfortable even without socks. The 8.5 were too big even with socks. With the smaller shoe, he had to take them off right after each climb and put back on before each climb. There were 4 climbers in our family and 5 climbers in our group. The same thing happened to my older daughter except she chose to size up but that meant her toes couldn’t reach the tip of her shoe which made it harder for her to climb using her toes where needed. She is a strong climber so made the most of it and still had fun. Perhaps consider having your guests provide their shoe size in advance if not doing shoe fitting before heading out to climbing area. We’ve climbed with another company before and all climbers were properly fitted for everything before we headed out. I took one star off for the limited shoe sizes available on this experience. Otherwise, we all had a great time and would do it again but ask about shoe sizing in advance next time!

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Thank you for the review, we do have a shoe order in which was made 2 months ago and unfortunately have not yet arrived. And yes we have done both of your suggestions many times, due to the parking and traffic volumes in town now we have found bringing shoes to the climbing area works just as well and saves people getting stuck in traffic. We hope to see you again!

Amazing and fun

Amanda_W, Aug 2021

Austin was an awesome guide so very laid back and knowledgeable. Even when I felt stuck he gave ideas and got me up the wall.

Response from Host, Aug 2021

Thank you Amanda, glad to hear you had an awesome experience. Let us know if you have any questions and we hope to climb with you again!

A must do activity in Banff

Winnie_H, Sep 2020

It was such a fun activity to do for any age or experience. Our guide Sebastien was extremely professional and helpful. We have no prior experiences so we were a bit nervous at first, once we got a hang of it and with a little practice, Sebastien switched us to more difficult routes. We had so much fun challenging ourselves! A must do activity if you are here in Banff!

Response from Host, Sep 2020

Hi Winnie, Thank you for coming out, great to hear you had a great day and let us know if you have any questions. Jeff Bullock

A must go adventure in banff

cale_d, Jul 2020

Was the highlight of your trip. Great way to send the day doing something so exhilarating. The guide was bang on with his knowledge and skill. I wound highly recommended this to anyone!!!