Things to do in Jasper
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Maligne Lake Cruise Jasper: Spirit Island Boat Tour★ 4.81 (1,317) · 1h 30m
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Jasper: Maligne Lake Cruise & Medicine Lake with Wildlife★ 4.81 (763) · 6h–7h
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Jasper: Evening Wildlife Tour with Hotel Pickup & Local Guide★ 4.67 (926) · 3h–4h
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Athabasca River white water rafting in Jasper: 3-hour canyon run★ 4.96 (536) · 3hCA$ 127View ›
Jasper National Park Tour: Maligne Lake & Spirit Island★ 4.65 (518) · 6hCA$ 206View ›
Jasper Athabasca River: Class II Whitewater Rafting 2 Hours★ 4.95 (467) · 2hCA$ 105View ›
Athabasca Glacier: Guided IceWalk Hike & Crevasse Views★ 4.89 (425) · 3hCA$ 138View ›
Jasper Food Tour: 4 Tastings Downtown with Drinks★ 4.96 (402) · 3hCA$ 162View ›
Jasper Athabasca River Raft: 2-3 Hour Family Float & Rapids★ 4.85 (384) · 2hCA$ 93View ›
Jasper Wildlife Tour & Maligne Lake Hike with Pickup★ 4.83 (312) · 6hCA$ 109View ›Top rated (9)
Athabasca Canyon Rafting: Class 2+ rapids for familiesAthabasca Canyon rafting is a Class 2+ whitewater activity starting at the base of Athabasca Falls, where you navigate high canyon walls in a 6-passenger self-bailing raft before the river mellows into scenic valley views. A certified guide leads the 3.5-hour trip, which includes a 30-minute bus ride to the put-in, all technical equipment, and return transfers from downtown. Children from age 5 are welcome; no previous rafting experience is needed.Is it for me?Small groups of up to six paddlers share one raft, which means you're not isolated on a crowded commercial trip—the guide knows everyone's name and can adjust the pace. Families with kids from age 5 fit well here because the Class 2+ rapids deliver whitewater without the intensity of a harder run, and the calm valley stretch at the end gives younger paddlers a chance to recover and enjoy the scenery.
Jasper Pyramid Lake: Canoe Tour & Wildlife with SnacksYou’ll paddle Jasper’s Pyramid Lake in a hand-built cedar canoe with a small group and local guide, watching for wildlife as you go. Warm blankets and rain gear keep you cozy while you learn to paddle, snack on fresh baked goods with coffee on shore, and breathe in mountain air you won’t forget soon.
Sunwapta River Jasper: Class III Rafting & Glacial RapidsYou paddle through Jasper's only Class III rapids in a guided 6-person raft, starting with a practice float before the river builds into successive rapids and The Whopper finale. All gear and a certified guide are included, and you exit just above Sunwapta Falls. Arrive 15 minutes early to the pickup point 40 minutes south of town, wear your bathing suit underneath, and expect to get soaked.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to paddle hard and get soaked without arranging your own gear or guide—the certified guide reads the water, the raft holds six, and the glacial rapids do the rest.
Jasper Athabasca River Rafting: Grade 2 Rapids & Mountain ViewsYou meet your guide in Jasper, drive to the put-in 8 km south, float for ten minutes to settle in, then paddle through grade 2 rapids with mountain peaks on all sides. The Miette River joins midway, and the trip wraps at Old Fort Point before a short drive back to town. All gear, transportation, and the guide are included; you bring a bathing suit and show up on time.Is it for me?Right for families with kids aged 5 and up, or anyone wanting an introduction to whitewater without the commitment of a full-day trip—the short drive and fixed 2-hour window fit easily into a Jasper visit, and the guide handles all the logistics so you just show up and paddle.
Sunwapta Whitewater Rafting: Class III rapids in JasperWhitewater rafting on the Sunwapta River in Jasper National Park takes you down 13 kilometers of Class II and Class III rapids in a 6-passenger self-bailing raft with a certified guide. The river runs through pristine wilderness at the base of the Endless Chain Mountain Range, offering chances to spot elk, moose and bighorn sheep between rapids. Downtown Jasper pickup and return, wetsuits, helmets and all technical gear are included; the 4-hour round trip runs year-round and suits anyone 12 and up who is physically active and weighs at least 90 pounds.Is it for me?The downtown pickup and return mean you don't need a car or arrange separate transport to the river—if you're staying in Jasper without wheels, this trip is already solved. The 4-hour round trip fits a half-day into your schedule, and the high water from mid-June through late July is when the Class III sections run at their most engaging.
Athabasca Glacier: Guided Hike with Crampons & Small GroupYou’ll hike across Athabasca Glacier with a certified local guide in a small group, using crampons and hiking poles provided for you. Hear glacier stories, taste pure meltwater if conditions allow, and maybe even try safe ropework or scientific sampling for a closer look at the ice itself. It’s an experience that lingers long after your boots are off.
Columbia Icefield & Glacier Skywalk Day Trip with LunchYou’ll ride from Jasper along the wild Icefields Parkway with a local guide, feel glacier wind on your skin atop the Columbia Icefield, test your nerves on the Glacier Skywalk, and warm up with a hot buffet lunch before heading home — expect laughter, icy air, and views that stick with you.
Icefields Parkway audio tour: 45 stops Jasper to Lake LouiseA self-guided audio driving tour of Alberta's Icefields Parkway between Jasper and Lake Louise covers 45 points of interest using GPS-triggered narration on your smartphone, with no time constraints and no data needed during the drive. You control the route, the stops and how long you spend at each one; audio clips play automatically as you drive and include trivia questions about the sights. The tour works in either direction and stays yours to replay anytime.Is it for me?You need your own vehicle to drive the route, so this tour suits travelers renting a car or driving their own through Alberta. The flexibility to stop anywhere and spend as long as you want at each sight makes it ideal if you're traveling with family or want to linger for photos without feeling rushed.
Columbia Icefield Skywalk Jasper: Glass Platform & Glacier ViewsYou board a coach at the Discovery Centre and ride eight minutes to the Skywalk, then walk a 1,312-foot platform with interpretive stops before reaching the observation deck, where a glass floor puts you 1,000 feet above the valley. The scenic transfer back is included, and the whole experience works for any fitness level. Plan on spending an hour or two on the platform itself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Jasper's glaciers and valleys from a vantage point you can't get anywhere else, without needing to arrange your own transport from the parking area — the included coach handles that part, and the platform works for any fitness level or age.
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Icefields Parkway self-guided audio driving tour: 150 stopsA self-guided audio driving tour of Icefields Parkway with 150 stops, downloaded to your phone and played through your car's speakers as GPS triggers stories, tips and directions automatically. You control the pace, drive in either direction, and choose from suggested half-day, full-day or multi-day itineraries—or build your own. One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle and never expires.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to explore at your own pace with audio stories that play automatically as you drive, rather than following a guide's schedule or joining a group.
Jasper: Winter Wildlife Tour with Guide & Hotel PickupYou’ll ride through Jasper’s wintry Athabasca Valley with a local guide who knows where elk, moose, and coyotes hide out. Step outside for close-up views and stories about survival in these mountains. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off so you can just focus on spotting wildlife — you might leave remembering more than just photos.
Athabasca River Whitewater Rafting Jasper Class: 2 FamiliesAthabasca Expressway whitewater rafting in Jasper is a 2-hour Class 2 raft trip down a 5-mile section of the Athabasca River, a Canadian Heritage River surrounded by rocky mountains and pine forest. No prior rafting experience is required; children from age 5 can join. A certified guide leads the trip, and all technical equipment—wet suits, spray jackets, life jackets and neoprene booties—is provided. Pickup and drop-off from a designated meeting point are included. Check in 15 minutes before departure, and bring a swimsuit under your street clothes plus warm layers for afterward.Is it for me?Book this trip if you want your first whitewater experience or a family outing with young children—the Class 2 rapids give you the splash and the adrenaline without requiring any prior skill, and the wide Expressway section keeps the day manageable for paddlers from age 5 to ninety.
Athabasca Falls rafting in Jasper: 15km guided runThe Athabasca Falls Run is a 3-hour guided rafting trip on the Athabasca River in Jasper National Park, starting at the base of Athabasca Falls and covering 15 kilometers of moderate rapids through the majestic Athabasca Valley. The trip includes all rafting gear, a safety briefing from a federally licensed guide trained in First Aid and CPR, and a chance to spot wildlife along the way. Children from age 6 can join when accompanied by an adult, and the guide speaks English or French.Is it for me?You're in an 8-person shared raft with a federally licensed guide leading the whole trip, so you paddle with the group rather than navigating on your own—this keeps the pace steady and the focus on the rapids and the canyon instead of technique. It works well if you want to raft without prior experience or if you're bringing kids along; the guide handles the route and timing, so you just show up and paddle.
Whitewater Rafting on Fraser River, Jasper: Class-3 RapidsWhitewater rafting on the Fraser River near Jasper takes you down Class-3 rapids with a certified guide, all technical equipment, and round-trip bus transfers from Downtown Jasper. The 5-hour outing includes 2 hours of active rafting, a short land portage around Rearguard Falls, and a safety briefing at the launch point near Mount Robson; participants must be at least 12 years old and weigh a minimum of 90 lbs. You choose between a 10am or 1pm departure.Is it for me?Book the 10am departure if you want the morning on the water and the afternoon free in Jasper; choose 1pm if you'd rather start your day elsewhere and finish with an evening in town. Either way, the bus pickup and return from Downtown Jasper means you don't need to arrange your own transport to the river.
Class 3 Sunwapta River Rafting in Jasper: The Whopper waveClass 3 whitewater rafting on Sunwapta River in Jasper National Park with a live guide, all equipment and transportation from the townsite included. The trip starts calm to build your paddling skills, then moves into the rapids and ends with a full facial from The Whopper, a locally renowned wave. Minimum age is 12; no prior experience required, though moderate fitness helps.Is it for me?Book this trip if you're paddling with a small group and want Class 3 rapids without prior experience—the guide starts you in calm water to build technique, then takes you through the whitewater and finishes with The Whopper, a wave big enough to soak everyone in the boat.
Jasper to Banff: Icefields Parkway, Glacier Tour & SkywalkYou’ll ride from Jasper to Banff with local guides who know every curve of the Icefields Parkway. Walk atop Athabasca Glacier, brave the Columbia Icefield Skywalk’s glass floor, and pause for a picnic lunch by Bow Lake. Expect moments of awe—and maybe a little laughter—alongside glacier winds and mountain stories.
