Columbia Icefield Tour with Glacier Skywalk from Calgary

FromCA$542.85
12 hours
Calgary, Canada

About this activity

Experience the majestic Columbia Icefield and Glacier Skywalk on this full-day tour from Calgary, featuring breathtaking mountain vistas and unique icefield exploration.

Highlights

  • Explore the vast Columbia Icefield
  • Walk the thrilling Glacier Skywalk
  • Marvel at the Athabasca Glacier
  • Experience the Ice Explorer ride
  • Enjoy panoramic mountain views

Full description

Set off from Calgary on an unforgettable journey to the Columbia Icefield, one of the largest icefields in North America. Traverse the Icefields Parkway, renowned for its stunning mountain scenery, and arrive at the Icefield Centre. Board the Ice Explorer for a guided ride onto the Athabasca Glacier, where you'll witness ancient ice formations up close. Next, step onto the Glacier Skywalk, a glass-floored observation platform offering panoramic views of the Sunwapta Valley below. This tour combines adventure and natural beauty, making it a must-do for nature enthusiasts and thrill-seekers alike.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided tour to Columbia Icefield
  • Admission to Glacier Skywalk
  • Transportation from Calgary
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

1

Enjoy the view at Lake Louise

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

Pass by: Views of Banff National Park

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

Pass by: Views of Crowfoot Glacier

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

Enjoy the Icefield Experience on the glacier

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
5

Enjoy the Glacier Skywalk

Duration: 30 minAdmission: YES

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Pets are not allowed on the tour

Know before you go

  • Dress in layers to accommodate varying temperatures
  • Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes
  • Wear comfortable, sturdy footwear suitable for walking on ice

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Infants Required On Laps
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed

Good to know

  • Prior to your travel date, your hotel details must be advised to tour operator so they may arrange your pickup. If you do not indicate this at the time of booking, you will be required to call and advise them of this information directly. The contact details will be on your voucher once you have a confirmed booking
  • Guests may depart this tour in Lake Louise or Banff if accommodation has been arranged
  • The return transfer back to Calgary departs at 7:30pm

Traveler reviews

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Amazing experience! A...

Amazing experience! A must try when visiting the Rockies. Breathtaking views all the way from Calgary to Columbia icefield parkway. The tour operator was great as well.

Mariam_SAug 20, 2025VIATOR

Great day out!!

This is an amazing day, thanks Colin our driver and guide and Jamie our host, best guys to do our tour. Funny, kept us engaged, no trouble to slow down and spot the bears. Honestly informative about the glacier, great buffet lunch, just a great day, this is a must do tour.even the driver to the glacier Rocco, informative and careful. Thanks everyone!!

Susy_CAug 14, 2025VIATOR

Bucket List

This is a must do when you visit! Getting here, on its own was majestic. We stopped multiple times when heading back home to take in the awesomeness of the area. The Columbia icefield staff from entry to exit were courteous and knowledgeable! We were very lucky to have Jackson as our tour guide to the glacier. Not only was he funny, he knows how to drive that explorer! ;) The Athabasca glacier and skyway is a bucket list check!

jessemL2496VLJun 2, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Wonder experience!!

We stopped in this past week. What an experience, can't even put into words how incredible it is to walk on a glacier. Just an awesome moment. Also, our ice bus driver Jackson was very engaging and funny. He made the trip up and down that much better. Lots of neat interesting facts sandwiched between some engaging humour haha! Nice work Jackson, much thanks.

Roam66960542736May 10, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Great experience

This was a fab tour - Rob and Grace were great guides for the day and Ewal made the Columbia ice field tour very enjoyable.

Nicola_HOct 13, 2024VIATOR

Additional information

Prior to your travel date, your hotel details must be advised to tour operator so they may arrange your pickup. If you do not indicate this at the time of booking, you will be required to call and advise them of this information directly. The contact details will be on your voucher once you have a confirmed booking Guests may depart this tour in Lake Louise or Banff if accommodation has been arranged The return transfer back to Calgary departs at 7:30pm