Icefields Parkway & Ice Bubbles of Abraham Lake: A Scenic Exploration

Embark on a scenic exploration along the Icefields Parkway and witness the mesmerizing ice bubbles of Abraham Lake. Discover hidden wonders and immerse yourself in the peaceful charm of winter in the Canadian Rockies.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Icefields Parkway - During this tour, the Radventures guide will select the optimal times to visit each location, considering weather conditions, large tour bus schedules, and other local insights to ensure guests have the most genuine experience possible.
    Exploring deep within Banff National Park is an incredible adventure in any season!…
What's Included
  • Water refills (please BYO water bottle)
  • Hot drinks (hot chocolate, coffee or tea)
  • Intimate, small group guarantee (Max 12 guests)
  • Upscale, modern & spacious transportation with large panoramic windows
  • Expert local guide: Trained in winter driving & photography to capture your memories.
  • Essential gear: Ice cleats/crampons and hiking poles
  • Pick up and drop off at Banff Train Station
What's Not Included
  • Ice-skates or snowshoes rentals (please contact Radventures BEFORE booking)
  • Lunch (BYO or contact Radventures for lunch BEFORE booking - no option to buy lunch on the day)
  • Tips for our dedicated guides (not mandatory but greatly appreciated)
  • Hotel pick up (please contact Radventures BEFORE booking)
Additional Information

Embark on an unforgettable journey and witness Abraham Lake’s mesmerizing ice bubbles, embark on a short trek to Peyto Lake’s viewpoint, and uncover hidden wonders along the Icefields Parkway.
Highlights:

  • Peyto Lake: Walk or snowshoe along snowy forest trails and discover the stunning Peyto Lake set within the unspoiled Canadian Rockies. Immerse…
Location
Banff Train Station
Please meet our guide at the front of the Banff Train Station building and allow an extra 5 minutes for parking and walking to the meet point under the Canadian flag. For select hotel pick-ups in Banff & Lake Louise please contact Radventures BEFORE booking your tickets.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Kellyi555
Jun 15, 2024
Ice fields are from a different world - My daughter and I went on this tour with Emma as our guide. First of all, Emma was fantastic ensuring everyone was safe and being taken care of. We had very mixed group from an age and ability standpoint. Emma ran around to make sure no one was left behind, but she did not let those more nimble be neglected either. Also, she is an extremely sweet sociable person and we were extremely blessed to have her. Please note that it is a moderately strenuous tour. The descent from the Icefield climb is steep and some people were sliding down if not given a helping hand. The ice field was my daughter’s favorite spot visited. With the slightly overcast sky, she felt it otherworldly. We also really liked Mistaya Canyon which has a beautiful falls we had a small hike to. Other stops included Peyto Lake and Bow Lake (which was so beautiful surrounded by white capped mountains). Also on our excursion, we saw some big horn sheep at the ice fields and passed three bears.
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Katrina_l
Mar 21, 2024
Brilliant - Great trip, so much fun. Very chilled pace which is great. Lovely places to visit and fall about in snow!
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Aashleymm
Mar 13, 2024
Best Winter Tour - Best ending to our Banff vacation, our tour guide Micheal Frymus was amazing and made the whole trip enjoyable. Had fun with my friends. We will miss Banff bae.
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Mandia42
Feb 21, 2024
What an amazing trip, frozen bubbles and fantastic views and scenery. - Just been on the most amazing trip today. Tess our guide was outstanding, so friendly and knowledgeable. Took great care of us and was so full of enthusiasm that it was infectious. The stops were just perfect, if you can walk 400m you will manage this trip and be able to enjoy it. A couple of gentle inclines but easily managed by a near 80 year old with arthritic knees and walking with poles. Great communication with them when I checked a couple of things out before we went. Absolute must if you are in Banff, a very unique trip and an elevation to your normal amazing lakes experience. And if you get "Tess the best" she will ensure you have a great day.
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Trinnie7
Feb 20, 2024
Abraham Lake - a must see - This was a fantastic tour. Mitch the guide was skilled, helpful and informative. Even though it is a long drive, Mitch was pointing out mountain peaks, explaining the movement of glaciers and generally a font of knowledge! The highlight for me was walking on Abraham Lake and learning about the ice bubbles (thermal gases), and hoary frost frozen in the thick ice. Afterwards my reading of Wikipedia unearthed the sad history of the formation of this artificial lake and the dislocation of the Stoney Nakoda First Nation tribe. While I pay tribute to the original First Nations tribes, the natural phenomena occurring at this Lake are intriguing. Other stops were made along the way there and return, with many photo opportunities of frozen lakes, mountains and glaciers. Thoroughly recommend.
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Xiaoyan_x
Feb 1, 2024
Bubble lake unique experience - Abraham lake, it’s unique beauty that can’t find in other place, worths the whole trip. This tour took us to four different lakes, they are all beautiful. We also spent time to explore. It was a wonderful experience. This trip exceeded our expectation.
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Tlusi
Jan 25, 2024
Amazing time! - Amazing experience with our tour guide Tess! Beautiful drive along the Pkwy with stops also at Peyto and Bow. We took so many pictures with the menthane bubbles. Highly recommend this experience.
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Dylan_g
Dec 28, 2023
Ice, Mountains & Wildlife - The incredible scenery. The quiet beauty of it. Out of this world 🌎. Wrap up warmly for such an experience.
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Weskerw2023
Dec 26, 2023
Tess's Tour: A Leisure-Favorite Adventure - We had a fantastic time on Tess's small group tour! The places, people, and memories made this trip special. Can't wait to join again! Highly recommended, especially for family travel.
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Q7930vuaaronh
Dec 21, 2023
Perfect tour - This was an amazing tour with a great and very professional tour guide! I would 1000% recommend for anyone visiting Banff
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