From Banff: Johnston Canyon Guided Icewalk
ID: GYG428676-772134
Category:
Country: Canada
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Trek through Johnston Canyon to a world of frozen waterfalls and pillars of blue ice. Take photographs of the stunning ice formations and learn about the canyon from your guide.
During the icewalk you will learn about the formation of the canyon, pick out fossil corals in the rocks, and photograph the incredible pillars of ice as you walk through the canyon bottom and over suspended catwalks. Your professional guide leads you past waterfalls frozen in mid-stream, and through a short tunnel for a close up view of the Lower Falls! The grand finale is the incredible "Cathedral of Ice" at the Upper Falls. It's the perfect destination for a break and a chance to see ice climbers in action. Guide, transport and ice cleats included.
Note: Bookings require minimum 24 hours notice. Bookings made with less than 24 hours notice will need to be manually confirmed by contacting our office by phone.
Highlights
- Unique winter canyon icewalk along catwalks and trails
- Tunnel and frozen waterfall at the Lower Falls
- Frozen Twin Falls and Stella Falls
- Cathedral of Ice at the Upper Falls
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Meet in the tour bus parking area located behind the Mount Royal Hotel (corner of Caribou Street and Beaver Street).
To request an alternate pick up point within Banff townsite, please message us directly.
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
- Ice cleat rental included
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.
