Join a half-day Via Ferrata tour in Banff. Climb Mt Norquay’s cliffs with expert guides. No experience needed, just a sense of adventure!
- Mount Norquay Scenic Drive - To get a greater feel for heights, exposure, and the full Via Ferrata experience, and become a Ridgewalker! This half-day excursion takes you high up on the Norquay cliffs, climbing the Memorial, Sunrise, and Vista buttresses – and of course, traversing the epic suspension bridge. Get access to incredible views of Banff National Park.
A true climbing/mountaineering but no experience is required!
- All Safety equipment is provided, including climbing helmet, harness, via ferrata lanyards.
- ACMG-certified Guide
- Banff Sightseeing Chairlift - Ride the chairlift to the via ferrata start point.
- Rainwear, backpacks and suitable hiking boots are available at no charge. Size availability is not guaranteed.
- Free shuttle bus to and from Banff
- Gratuities
As a Canadian Signature Experience, Norquay’s Via Ferrata is a must-do activity when visiting Banff National Park. Our highly qualified ACMG-certified guides will lead you up the cliffs of Mt Norquay that hang above the Bow Valley, overlooking the town of Banff. Steel handholds, ladders, and footsteps as well as a steel safety cable are secured to the rock wall providing assistance and safety. Climbers are safely secured to the safety cable while climbing. Although no prior climbing experience is necessary, guests should be fit enough to climb a ladder and hike for a few hours in the mountains.
- Participants must check-in 30 minutes prior to departure time.
- A liability Waiver must be signed by all via ferrata participants
- Minimum 12 years of age and minimum 40 kg (88 lbs)
- The maximum participant weight is 120 kg (265 lbs)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
