Private Premium Columbia Icefield Adventure, Skywalk & Lakes Tour

9–11 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Explore the Columbia Icefield and Icefields Parkway on a private premium tour with a local guide. Visit Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, Crowfoot Glacier and Waterfowl Lakes before experiencing the Athabasca Glacier Adventure and Skywalk. Enjoy luxury transportation, wildlife opportunities and a fully customizable, no-rush itinerary.

Tour Highlights

️ Columbia Icefield Adventure & Skywalk – Experience the Athabasca Glacier and spectacular glass-floored Skywalk.

Iconic Icefields Parkway Stops – Visit Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, Waterfowl Lakes and hidden scenic viewpoints.

Private, Premium & Fully Customizable – Luxury transportation, local guide, flexible timing and options for small or large private groups.

Wildlife Viewing Opportunities – Keep an eye out for bears, elk, bighorn sheep and other Canadian Rockies wildlife.

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At a glance

Duration: 9–11 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–14
Audio guide: English
Guide: English
Operated by: Banff Trip Planner Inc.

What is included

Included

Included: Pickup & drop-off in air-conditioned vehicle
Included: National Park Fee
Included: Professional Tour Guide

Not included

Not included: Tips
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Columbia Icefield Adventure and Skywalk Activity Tickets (Book online for 2:15 or 2:30 PM Slots )

Itinerary

Crowfoot Glacier

30 min Admission included

Enjoy a scenic drive along the Icefields Parkway to view the Crowfoot Glacier, perched dramatically on the edge of Crowfoot Mountain. Once resembling a crow's foot with three distinct toes, this glacier has been slowly retreating due to climate change—yet it remains a striking example of the region's glacial history. It’s an excellent spot to pause and admire the power and beauty of nature at high elevation.
Bow Lake

30 min Admission included

Bow Lake is one of the largest and most picturesque lakes along the Icefields Parkway. Fed by the Bow Glacier, it reflects the rugged beauty of the Canadian Rockies in its clear turquoise waters. The lake is surrounded by dramatic mountain peaks, offering a perfect spot for peaceful reflection and stunning photography.
Peyto Lake

50 min Admission included

Peyto Lake is one of the most stunning glacier-fed lakes in the Rockies, famous for its unique wolf-head shape and vibrant turquoise color. Located along the Icefields Parkway, this viewpoint offers one of the most breathtaking panoramas in Banff National Park.
Stop 4

30 min

The Waterfowl Lakes Viewpoint offers a serene escape surrounded by towering peaks and lush forests. These twin lakes are fed by glaciers from Mount Chephren and provide a picture-perfect setting for reflection and tranquility.
Columbia Icefield Skywalk

one hour Admission not included

The Columbia Icefield Skywalk offers a thrilling glass-floored experience high above the Sunwapta Valley. Step out onto the suspended walkway for a bird’s-eye view of glaciers, rugged cliffs, and the powerful forces of nature that shaped the Rockies
Stop 6

2 hours Admission not included

Experience the unforgettable Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure aboard a specially designed Ice Explorer vehicle. This once-in-a-lifetime tour takes you onto the Athabasca Glacier, where you can walk on ancient ice and feel the heart of the Canadian Rockies beneath your feet. Things to do at Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure:

Ride the Ice Explorer onto the Athabasca Glacier.

Walk on 10,000-year-old ice and fill your bottle with pure glacier water.

Learn fascinating facts about glaciers from your expert guide.

Take unforgettable photos of this icy wonderland.
Athabasca Glacier

20 min Admission included

The Athabasca Glacier is one of the most accessible and awe-inspiring glaciers in the Canadian Rockies. Located along the Icefields Parkway, it’s part of the vast Columbia Icefield and flows from the continental divide. This natural wonder offers visitors a rare opportunity to get close to a living glacier and witness its stunning beauty up close.