Activity Jasper, Canada

Maligne Lake Cruise

4.8 (1,406 reviews) 1 h 30 min

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About this activity

Declared the “Best Boat Cruise in Canada” by 8 million Reader’s Digest subscribers, the Maligne Lake Cruise is an experience like no other. Join us on a panoramic tour across the crystal waters of magical Maligne Lake, fed by the glaciers of Jasper National Park. Glide past the jagged mountain peaks as we cruise to Spirit Island, a world-famous destination only accessible by boat.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–25
Guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: Banff Jasper Collection By Pursuit

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Included: Boat tour of Maligne Lake and Spirit Island

Not included

Not included: Food and Drink (available to purchase)
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Transportation to/from attractions
Not included: No public washrooms available for the duration of the cruise
Not included: Infant Tickets are free but are required for Attraction

Itinerary

Maligne Lake

1 h 30 min Admission included

Your 90-minute cruise of the lake starts dockside near the Maligne Lake Boathouse and Chalet. Boats leave approximately on the hour and your ticket is good for any trip during your selected day. After boarding, you will pull away from the dock and be treated to a fully narrated, interpretative tour of the area's unique history and special ecology. Each boat is glass enclosed and fully heated, ensuring you will stay warm while experiencing majestic views throughout the trip.
Spirit Island

15 min

From Spirit Island, which is only accessible by boat near the center of the lake, you will be treated to some of the most spectacular views found anywhere in the world. Jagged, snow-capped peaks ring a lake of vibrant blue water and ancient forest. Wildlife regularly prowl the shoreline, so 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 be treated to incredible opportunities to attempt to document the natural splendor surrounding them, all the while recognizing that no photograph can do justice to the alpine scenery surrounding them.

Each cruise last approximately 90 minutes, after which you will return to the boathouse where you can grab a warm beverage or bite to eat from the nearby lodge and chalet.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Maligne is an hour from Jasper, please plan accordingly. There are three free parking areas and then please walk to Maligne ticket office at least 15 minutes prior to departure. If you miss tour time, we may not be able to accommodate a tour on the same day; no refunds for a missed cruise time.

End point

Maligne is an hour from Jasper, please plan accordingly. There are three free parking areas and then please walk to Maligne ticket office at least 15 minutes prior to departure. If you miss tour time, we may not be able to accommodate a tour on the same day; no refunds for a missed cruise time.

Using your ticket

Please make your own way to Maligne Lake and be ready a minimum of 15 minutes prior to your tours departure time.

Please take warm clothing
Cruises are Weather Dependent
Please allow approximately 1.5-hours for this excursion.
Rates and hours of operation subject to change without notice.
Public restrooms are not available for the duration of the cruise

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date
Opening/closing dates are weather dependent
Infants are free and ticket is required for this Attraction
Maligne Lake is located one hour from the Jasper townsite. Plan to arrive early for parking and check-in, and be ready to board 15 minutes before your departure time. During the summer season, traffic and parking can take longer than expected.
Maligne Lake is a remote location with limited cell service and no Wi-Fi — we recommend downloading your e-tickets in advance.
Missed cruises are non-refundable, and cruise times may vary slightly due to operating conditions.
Check in at the tour boat docks and follow on-site signage to your departure area.
Seating is unassigned and available on a first-come, first-served basis, with great views from every seat.
Note that cruises can run up to 15 minutes longer than scheduled to comply with Transport Canada wake regulations.
Accessibility cruise requests require at least 72 hours’ advance notice and must be arranged through the contact options on our official website.