Journey Back in Time

Upon arriving at the Athabasca Glacier — one of the world’s largest non-polar icefields — you will enjoy about 25 minutes of free time to explore this spectacular landscape. Fill your water bottle with fresh glacier water and absorb the immensity of the icefield up close. Then, board the Ice Explorer for the 40-minute drive to the Skywalk.

Your final stop on the tour is the Skywalk. Situated 918 feet (280 m) above the spectacular Sunwapta Valley, this glass-floored platform gives guests a truly unique vantage point. Take your time exploring and wandering the entire one-kilometre walkway — we recommend about an hour — before boarding a shuttle back to the Discovery Centre (departing every 15 minutes).

Back at the Glacier Discovery Centre there are plenty of dining options. Grab a coffee from Starbucks, enjoy seasonal, Canadian-inspired cuisine and spectacular glacier views at Altitude or opt for a warm meal in a casual setting at Chalet restaurant.