Athabasca Glacier Ice Odyssey Experience-All-Terrain Vehicle
ID: GYG1071626-1646053
Category:
Country: Canada
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Explore the Athabasca Glacier on a guided tour by all-terrain vehicle. Discover the glacier’s history, from its formation to its role as a NASA testing ground.
Climb aboard a remarkable, specially engineered all-terrain Ice Explorer vehicle, purpose-built to navigate the glacier’s rugged and icy landscape with ease. Set out on a personalized adventure in the company of a small group of fellow explorers, ensuring a more intimate and immersive experience.
As you journey across the dazzling expanse of the Athabasca Glacier, your expert guide will share captivating stories and scientific insights — from the glacier’s origins during the Great Glaciation to its ever-changing surface shaped by centuries of natural forces. Learn about its vital role in the region’s ecosystem, its dramatic retreat in recent decades, and its unique history as a NASA testing site for equipment designed for distant worlds.
Marvel at deep crevasses, brilliant ice formations, and the crisp alpine air as you stand atop one of the Canadian Rockies’ most celebrated natural wonders. This is more than just a tour — it’s a rare opportunity to walk in the footsteps of explorers, scientists, and adventurers who have come to experience the raw beauty and power of the Athabasca Glacier.
Highlights
- Feel the thrill of riding an all-terrain vehicle across the Athabasca Glacier
- Discover the glacier’s history, from its formation to its NASA testing role
- Enjoy a personalized adventure with a small group of fellow explorers
- Experience the stunning beauty of the Columbia Icefield in the Canadian Rockies
- Learn untold stories about the glacier and its significance in the region
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Dress warmly as the glacier can be cold
The tour involves traveling on rugged terrain
INCLUDED
- All-terrain vehicle ride
- Guided tour of Athabasca Glacier
- Stories about the glacier's history and significance
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
