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Banff · Alberta · Canada

Via Ferrata - Alpinist Route

Starting From From $222.92 per person Current Project Expedition rate
4 Hours 4.04 / 5 0 reviews Moderate activity level Small Group Single Day Tour Operated by Mt Norquay Via Ferrata & Banff Sightseeing Chairlift
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The Experience

What your day looks like

The Alpinist is longer than the Ridgewalker but done in the same amount of time, it's a 4-hour, tour at a brisk pace with fewer stops. The Alpinist takes in all that the popular Ridgewalker tour offers but continues out, and along the ridge to the epic Norquay's Panoramadome, then follows the scenic narrow crest of the mountain for 600m. Pick this tour if you have the fitness for four hours of continuous moderate to strong exertion, slower participants may be diverted to a different group part way through the tour.

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Experience 4hour Via Ferrata Alpinist Route tour
  • The Alpinist takes in all that the popular Ridgewalker tour offers
  • Follows the scenic narrow crest of the mountain for 600m
  • Four hours of continuous moderate to strong exertion
  • Cliffhouse Bistro for snacks, meals, craft brews, and wines (optional)
Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Banff

Hiking at Banff National Park.

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

2 - 3 hour guided high-alpine climbing experience Professional ACMG certified guide Equipment orientation Harnesses, helmets, and Via Ferrata leashes Access to free rental equipment if needed, including backpacks, hiking boots, rain jackets, and pants. (While operating during the COVID-19 pandemic we recommend bringing your own suitable hiking boots and gear where possible)

Not Included

Tips & Gratuity Food & Drinks

What to Bring

You'll be up on a mountain so be sure to put on some sunscreen and bring at least 1 litre of water and a snack in your backpack. Guests should bring all-weather/waterproof outerwear (e.g. rain jacket and soft-shell pants suitable for an outdoor activity involving moderate physical exertion), warm clothing layers, and strong, sturdy footwear designed specifically for hiking. (Free rentals are available for guests who need footwear, outerwear, and backpacks. Available on a first come first serve basis. We can’t guarantee availability or sizes.) The guide to guest ratio is 1:8 for each group. Groups larger than 8 will be split between two guides.

Restrictions

All adult participants are required to sign a waiver prior to the tour. A waiver must also be completed and signed by a legal guardian for any participant under the age of 18 years. An online waiver will be provided and we ask that the waiver is completed before arriving at Mt Norquay. A minimum of 2 participants is required for this tour to go ahead.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point: 2 Mount Norquay Road, AB (2 Mount Norquay Road).

Languages Offered

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Planning Notes

Minimum age: 14 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic

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