Half-Day Guided Via Ferrata Climbing Tour in Banff

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Half-Day Guided Via Ferrata Climbing Tour in Banff — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Crossing the famous via ferrata bridge on the Ridgewalker via ferrata tour. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

As a Canadian Signature Experience, Norquay's Via Ferrata is a must-do activity when visiting Banff National Park. Our highly qualified ACMG-certified guides will lead you up the cliffs of Mt Norquay that hang above the Bow Valley, overlooking the town of Banff. Steel handholds, ladders, and footsteps as well as a steel safety cable are secured to the rock wall providing assistance and safety. Climbers are safely secured to the safety cable while climbing. Although no prior climbing experience is necessary, guests should be fit enough to climb a ladder and hike for a few hours in the mountains.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Japanese, English, French
Operated by: Banff Norquay Summer Sightseeing Chairlift & Via Ferrata Tours

Ages: Adults (12–95 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Rainwear, backpacks and suitable hiking boots are available at no charge. Size availability is not guaranteed.
Included: ACMG-certified Guide
Included: Banff Sightseeing Chairlift - Ride the chairlift to the via ferrata start point.
Included: Free shuttle bus to and from Banff
Included: All Safety equipment is provided, including climbing helmet, harness, via ferrata lanyards.

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

To get a greater feel for heights, exposure, and the full Via Ferrata experience, and become a Ridgewalker! This half-day excursion takes you high up on the Norquay cliffs, climbing the Memorial, Sunrise, and Vista buttresses – and of course, traversing the epic suspension bridge. Get access to incredible views of Banff National Park. A true climbing/mountaineering but no experience is required!

Stop 1
Banff National Park
Banff Norquay Summer Sightseeing and Via Ferrata

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

CHECK IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO TOUR TIME at Norquay's North American Lodge, 6km (3.7 miles) from Banff, via Mt Norquay Scenic Drive. When arriving by car, go past the first two parking lots, following signs straight ahead for via ferrata. Follow short walking path to Lodge.

End point

CHECK IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO TOUR TIME at Norquay's North American Lodge, 6km (3.7 miles) from Banff, via Mt Norquay Scenic Drive. When arriving by car, go past the first two parking lots, following signs straight ahead for via ferrata. Follow short walking path to Lodge.

Using your ticket

Please check in at the Guest Services desk inside the North American lodge NOT LATER THAN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME. When arriving at Norquay ski area by car, drive past the first two parking lots, following the signs straight up the Norquay Scenic Drive to the posted via ferrata parking lot.

An Exclusion of Liability Waiver must be signed prior to tour departure. Suitable, sturdy hiking boots are required and can be rented at no charge from Mt Norquay. Size availability is not guaranteed.

Free shuttle available from Banff, visit banffnorquay.com.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Participants must check-in 30 minutes prior to departure time.
An Exclusion of Liability Waiver must be signed by all via ferrata participants prior to tour.
Minimum 12 years of age.
The maximum participant weight is 120 kg (265 lbs), minimum participant weight is 40 kg (88 lbs)