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Ice Climbing in Banff
Banff is one of Canada's prettiest spots, full of magical forests, lakes, waterways and mountains, and ice climbing is one of the funnest ways to see them!
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What people are saying about these trips
Jia Patel
4.00
February, 2021
Half-day Intro to Ice Climbing Near Canmore, Canada
Patrick was extremely helpful and patient as I was a beginner. My safety was his priority which was great. Would definitely recommend him.
Rosalyn Cowe
5.00
January, 2021
Half-day Intro to Ice Climbing Near Canmore, Canada
Patrick was a great guide! We thoroughly enjoyed the half day ice climbing - I would fully recommend to anyone!
Cassandra Rigo
5.00
March, 2020
Ice Climbing in Banff, Lake Louise & Sunshine Village
Ben guided us to Marble Canyon and it was a really awesome and rewarding experience! Ben was really cool and relaxed about everything, the whole process was made extremely simple, and he went so far as to teach us a little more than we had originally expected to learn. We got extremely lucky with the weather and hiked back with blue skies and the sun shining! Thank you very much!!
Jacobus
5.00
February, 2020
Ice Climbing in Banff, Lake Louise & Sunshine Village
Absolutely exceeded expectations! Everyone had a great time with more than enough variety to satisfy everyone’s skill level. Would definitely recommend to anyone with an interest in getting started or progressing their ice climbing.
Lara Ingram
5.00
March, 2019
Half-day Intro to Ice Climbing Near Canmore, Canada
What a thrilling experience! My husband has been wanting to Ice Climb for some time, so I arranged this during our ski trip to Banff. Needless to say the process was easy, all gear, lunch and transportation was arranged for us. Being on vacation you dont always have everything you need for a trip like this, our guide Patrick thought of everything, he even brought extra clothing for us in case we needed more warmth!! The whole adventure was more than we hoped for, thank you so much to Patrick and the team for making this memorable!!
There are many reasons for choosing Ice Climbing in Banff
Banff is the near-perfect location for ice climbing, as the sheer number of ice walls and waterfalls on offer is astounding, and most provide ideal conditions for people of all levels of ability, from beginners to experts. Add in the fact that Winters provide the optimum level of cold for these to form, and it is hard to beat as the ultimate ice climbing destination.
Good to know:
Country Code
+1
Language
English
Currency
Canadian dollar
Best time to visit
Winter, when it is coldest and ice climbing conditions are at their best
Weather
Fairly mild summers and extremely cold Winters, with temperatures often going below -10 degrees celsius
How to get there
Calgary is 140kms away, so flying in to Calgary International Airport and then driving or taking the bus is easiest
More info about Ice Climbing in Banff:
Banff is a natural place to experience ice climbing, as the vast nature of the countryside and cold and mountainous landscape offers a large number of ice climbing locales. Some of the ice climbing can be quite tough, so being fit and in good shape before arriving is recommended, as it will ensure you enjoy everything more. The town itself is a great place to relax when not ice climbing, with many restaurants and bars around. In winter the temperatures can get extremely cold, so pack appropriately so as not to get caught out, and to maximise your comfort and enjoyment
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