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Athabasca – Banff, Rampart Creek, Jasper 3D/2N

Explore the true Canada with our 3 day Athabasca tour! We’ll be travelling along the Icefields Parkway, one of the most scenic roads in the world, through the Rocky Mountains in Banff and Jasper National Parks!  You’ll discover amazing glacial lakes (like Peyto Lake), snow-capped mountain peaks, pristine rivers, and thunderous waterfalls, all while keeping an eye out for Canada’s diverse wildlife, like bears, elk, moose and bighorn sheep. We’ll get you off the bus for hikes, swimming, and of course for those Insta-moments!

Tour Highlights

  • Visit the famous Lake Louise, reportedly the most photographed lake in the world!
  • Marvel at the aqua blue Moraine Lake (seasonal)
  • Cozy up to the campfire at the Rampart Creek wilderness hostel
  • Enjoy the stunning vistas from Mistaya Canyon
  • Feel (and see) the power of Athabasca Falls!
  • Hike to the toe of the Athabasca Glacier at the Columbia Icefield
Price from

$840.00

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Tour Information

Inclusions:

  • - 2 nights mixed gender, hostel dormitory style accommodation
  • - Moose Bus transportation
  • - Services of a professional & fun tour guide/driver
  • - 1 group dinner
  • - National Park fees
  • - Moose travellers also receive discounts on optional activities!

Departures:

  • - Low Season - May 01 to May 31 (Mondays, Fridays)
  • - Peak Season - Jun 01 to Sep 30 (Mondays, Fridays)
  • - Low Season - Oct 01 to Oct 31 (Mondays, Fridays)

Itinerary

Day 1

BANFF TO RAMPART CREEK VIA LAKE LOUISE

 

It’s time to visit those famous blue lakes! Lake Louise is calling, as is Moraine Lake (seasonal) before heading onto the Icefields Parkway for breath-taking views of jagged mountain peaks, glaciers, raging rivers and more turquoise lakes.  Keep your eyes peeled for large furry animals as we make stops at the Crowfoot Glacier, Peyto Lake (our favourite) and Mistaya Canyon before arriving at our rustic wilderness hostel alongside Rampart Creek. We invite you to really take in your surroundings with a dip and a sauna, and perhaps a campfire under the stars.

 

Moose Accommodation: HI Rampart Creek.

 

Please note: there are no alternative accommodation options at this location, but we know you’ll love having a true taste of Canada at Rampart Creek’s rustic wilderness hostel.

Day 2

RAMPART CREEK TO JASPER

 

Jasper National Park today! But first we’ll stop at Big Bend lookout for a great view of the U-shaped North Saskatchewan River Valley. Get your legs ready because next up is the Columbia Icefield, the largest ice field in the Rocky Mountains at 325 square kilometres, where we’ll hike to the toe of the Athabasca Glacier (conditions permitting.) Then on to Maligne Canyon, the deepest canyon in Jasper National Park, for a hike that crosses several bridges over the canyon with jaw-dropping views. Jasper townsite is our destination, and if you’re seeking an adrenaline rush, there is an option to take a guided mountain bike tour on arrival.

 

Moose Accommodation: HI Jasper

Day 3

JASPER TO BANFF

Our first stop: Athabasca Falls, one of the most powerful and picturesque in the Rockies! This is followed by a bit of mountain goat spotting (we’re still amazed at how they hold on) at the Goats and Glaciers viewpoint. Then on to Waterfowl Lakes to soak in the backdrop of Mount Chephren, which was named after the 4th Dynasty Egyptian Pharaoh. Our tour ends after a group dinner back in Banff.

 

Meal inclusions: Dinner

 

Moose Accommodation: There is no accommodation included tonight. You will need to make your own arrangements. We recommend that you do not book onward travel on this day in case of traffic or weather delays.