Jasper Wildlife & Maligne Lake Tour with Spirit Island Cruise

4.8 (791 reviews) 6–7 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Discover why the Maligne Valley is a must-see in Jasper National Park on this breathtaking 6-hour guided tour. Enjoy a short scenic walk along the shoreline of Medicine Lake, surrounded by towering limestone cliffs, while learning about its fascinating natural history.

As you travel through the valley, keep watch for local wildlife such as elk, deer, bighorn sheep, bears and moose.

At spectacular Maligne Lake, board a 90-minute scenic cruise across its glacial-blue waters to the iconic Spirit Island viewpoint. Surrounded by soaring mountain peaks and pristine wilderness, experience one of the most celebrated landscapes in the Canadian Rockies.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–20
Guide: English
Operated by: Maligne Adventures

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Transport by comfortable minibus
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected locations
Included: Guide

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks (available to purchase at Maligne Lake)

Itinerary

Jasper National Park

Passing by

Journey through Jasper National Park’s spectacular Maligne Valley, travelling approximately 45 km from Jasper toward Maligne Lake. Along the way, take in mountain, forest and lake scenery while keeping watch for local wildlife. Your guide will share insights into the valley’s wildlife, history and geology throughout the journey.
Medicine Lake

30 min

Take a short scenic walk along the shoreline of Medicine Lake and admire the surrounding subalpine forest and towering limestone cliffs. Learn about the fascinating natural processes behind this remarkable “disappearing lake” as your guide shares its natural and geological history.
Maligne Lake

2 h 30 min Admission included

Arrive at Maligne Lake and board a 90-minute scenic cruise across its glacial-blue waters, surrounded by towering peaks and pristine wilderness. Cruise to the iconic Spirit Island area and enjoy time ashore on the nearby viewpoint trail for one of the Canadian Rockies’ most famous views while learning about the lake’s human and geological history.

Before or after the cruise, enjoy time at Maligne Lake to eat a packed lunch or purchase food at the café (additional cost) before returning to Jasper.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Central Pickup Location: the Two Brothers Totem Pole, located across the street from the Jasper Park Information Centre lawn (500 Connaught Drive). All-day parking is available in the adjacent paid public parking lot (behind the washroom building). Parking fees apply upon parking.

End point

Central Pickup Location: the Two Brothers Totem Pole, located across the street from the Jasper Park Information Centre lawn (500 Connaught Drive). All-day parking is available in the adjacent paid public parking lot (behind the washroom building). Parking fees apply upon parking.

Pickup points

Becker's Chalets
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
The Robson
Marmot Lodge
Jasper Inn & Suites
Maligne Lodge
Bear Hill Lodge
Tonquin Inn
Pyramid Lake Lodge
Jasper House Bungalows
Tekarra Lodge
Filia Inn

and 16 more pickup points

Hotel pickup is ONLY available to registered guests staying at one of the properties listed below. If your accommodation is not listed, you MUST select our Central Pickup Location at Two Brothers Totem Pole. We cannot pick you up from other hotels or accommodations.
Pickup 30 min BEFORE: Alpine Village, Beckers Chalets, Jasper House Bungalows, Patricia Lake Bungalows, Pyramid Lake Lodge, Tekarra Lodge, Wapiti Campground & Whistlers Campground.
Pickup 15 min BEFORE: Central Pickup Location – Two Brothers Totem Pole, across from Jasper Park Information Centre (500 Connaught Drive). All-day paid parking is available beside the Totem Pole near the washroom building.
Pickup 15 min BEFORE: Astoria Hotel, Athabasca Hotel, Bear Hill Lodge, Chateau Jasper, Crimson Hotel, Downtown Hostel, Forest Park Hotel, HI Jasper, Jasper Inn & Suites, Lobstick Lodge, Maligne Lodge, Marmot Lodge, The Robson, Park Place Inn, Tonquin Inn & Whistlers Inn.
Pickup 5–10 min AFTER: Pine Bungalows. Please wait near the main entry arch.
Pickup 15 min AFTER: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge. Please wait outside the main hotel entrance.

Using your ticket

A small amount of walking is involved, including a short shoreline walk at Medicine Lake and viewpoint loop overlooking Spirit Island. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Travel is by comfortable minibus and covered sightseeing boat. Bring warm layers and a rain jacket or umbrella for outdoor portions.

Meals are not included. Bring a packed lunch or purchase food at Maligne Lake when available; lines can be long in peak season. Bring water.

Hotel pickup is ONLY for registered guests staying at a property listed below. If yours is not listed, meet at Two Brothers Totem Pole, across from Jasper Park Info Centre (500 Connaught Dr), 15 min BEFORE departure.

Pickup 30 min BEFORE: Alpine Village, Beckers Chalets, Jasper House Bungalows, Patricia Lake Bungalows, Pyramid Lake Lodge, Tekarra Lodge.
Pickup 30 min BEFORE: Wapiti Campground – Hwy 93 & Campground Entry Rd; Whistlers Campground – outside registration centre.
Pickup 15 min BEFORE: Astoria Hotel, Athabasca Hotel, Bear Hill Lodge, Chateau Jasper, Crimson Hotel, Downtown Hostel, Forest Park Hotel, HI Jasper, Jasper Inn & Suites, Lobstick Lodge, Maligne Lodge, Marmot Lodge, The Robson, Park Place Inn, Tonquin Inn & Whistlers Inn. Wait outside main entrance.
Pickup 5–10 min AFTER: Pine Bungalows – wait near main entry arch.
Pickup 15 min AFTER: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge – outside main hotel entrance.

The 90-min Maligne Lake cruise is operated by an external supplier and may be subject to delays, changes or cancellations outside our control.

Tour times are approximate and may vary due to traffic, weather and cruise timing.

Operates in all weather. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.

Minimum numbers apply; if canceled, you’ll receive an alternative or full refund.

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

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guests must be able to climb 3 steps, with assistance if needed, to board the minibus. Foldable walkers can be stored on the vehicle.
Hotel pickup is ONLY available to registered guests staying at one of our listed pickup properties. If your accommodation is not listed, select Two Brothers Totem Pole as your pickup location. Hotel pickup times vary; your specific pickup time will be confirmed upon booking.
Two Brothers Totem Pole is across from the Parks Canada Information Centre on Connaught Drive. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. All-day paid parking is available nearby.
A small amount of walking is involved, including a short shoreline walk at Medicine Lake and a short viewpoint loop overlooking Spirit Island as part of the Maligne Lake cruise. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Tour operates in all weather. Bring warm layers and a rain jacket or umbrella for outdoor portions.
Meals are not included. Bring snacks or a packed lunch; food may also be available for purchase at Maligne Lake.
The 90-minute Maligne Lake cruise is operated by an external supplier. Cruise schedules may be subject to delays, changes or cancellations outside our control.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. All passengers, including infants, must be included in the booking and allocated a seat for vehicle capacity purposes.
Tour and transfer times are approximate and may vary due to traffic, weather, cruise timing and other conditions.
Minimum numbers apply. If canceled due to low numbers, you’ll be offered an alternative or full refund.
No pets. Service dogs with valid documentation only.