Jasper SkyTram & Columbia Icefield Tour

• Ride the Jasper SkyTram to the summit of Whistlers Peak
• Explore the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre
• Optional Ice Explorer experience onto the Athabasca Glacier
• Travel along the scenic Icefields Parkway
• Panoramic views of Jasper National Park’s most iconic landscapes

The Jasper SkyTram and Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre Tour brings together two of the most breathtaking experiences in the Canadian Rockies. Begin your journey with a ride on the Jasper SkyTram, soaring high above forested slopes to the summit of Whistlers Peak where sweeping alpine views stretch across multiple mountain ranges.

From the summit boardwalk, admire panoramic vistas of the Athabasca River, Pyramid Mountain, and the vast wilderness of Jasper National Park. After descending, continue along the world famous Icefields Parkway toward the Columbia Icefield, one of the largest icefields in North America south of the Arctic.

At the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, learn about the formation of ancient glaciers and the dramatic forces that shaped this rugged landscape. Many tours also include the opportunity to step onto the Athabasca Glacier aboard a specialized Ice Explorer vehicle, creating a perfect balance of scenic beauty and hands on adventure.

The ideal time for this combined tour is between late spring and early autumn when the Jasper SkyTram operates regularly and glacier tours at the Columbia Icefield are fully accessible.

Summer months offer longer daylight hours, clearer skies, and vibrant alpine scenery. Morning departures provide crisp mountain views, while early fall offers fewer crowds and beautiful seasonal colors.

• The Jasper SkyTram is the highest guided aerial tramway in Canada
• Whistlers Peak rises over 2200 meters above sea level
• The Columbia Icefield feeds rivers that flow to three different oceans
• The Athabasca Glacier is one of the most accessible glaciers in North America
• The Icefields Parkway is often ranked among the most scenic drives in the world

Full Day Adventure

Morning:
Ride the Jasper SkyTram to Whistlers Peak. Explore the summit trails and capture panoramic mountain views before descending back to the base station.

Midday:
Travel along the Icefields Parkway with scenic photo stops at glaciers, waterfalls, and alpine lakes. Arrive at the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre and enjoy lunch with glacier views.

Afternoon:
Visit interpretive exhibits and, if included, board the Ice Explorer for a guided experience onto the Athabasca Glacier. Return to Jasper with unforgettable memories of summit and glacier landscapes.

• Summit viewpoint at Whistlers Peak overlooking Jasper
• Tram cabin ascending against mountain ridgelines
• Athabasca Glacier surrounded by towering peaks
• Scenic overlooks along the Icefields Parkway
• Panoramic views from the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre

• Dress in layers as summit and glacier temperatures are cooler
• Wear comfortable shoes suitable for light hiking
• Book tickets in advance during peak summer season
• Bring sunglasses to reduce glare from snow and ice
• Keep your camera ready for wildlife sightings along the parkway

Jasper National Park was established in 1907 and has long been celebrated for its dramatic mountain landscapes and glaciers. The Jasper SkyTram opened in 1964 to provide visitors with accessible alpine views without requiring a strenuous climb. Over time, it became one of the park’s most recognizable attractions, offering panoramic perspectives of the Athabasca Valley.

The Columbia Icefield was formed during the last Ice Age and remains a vital natural feature of the Rocky Mountains. For thousands of years, glaciers such as the Athabasca Glacier shaped the surrounding valleys. Indigenous peoples traveled through these mountain corridors long before European explorers documented the region.

The completion of the Icefields Parkway in the mid twentieth century connected Jasper and Banff, transforming the area into one of Canada’s premier scenic routes. The Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre was later developed to educate visitors about glacial science and environmental change. Today, the combined experience of summit tramway views and glacier exploration represents the evolving story of tourism and conservation in the Canadian Rockies.

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