Grotto Canyon Icewalk
Overview
Walk on a frozen creek through Grotto Canyon, past unusual rock formations, ancient native rock art, and icefalls. Escorted by a specialist guide, this small-group tour offers an unforgettable personalized sightseeing experience!
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Maple cookie snack, hot chocolate
- Small group size (up to 12 guests per guide)
- Professional guide
- Ice cleats
- Pick up from the public bus parking located behind the Mount Royal Hotel.
- Hiking pole
✗ Not Included
- Optional gratuities
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Good to Know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 8 years. All children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied by someone 18 years and older.
- All adults must sign a waiver prior to the tour. A waiver must also be completed by the parent or guardian of any child under the age of 18.
- Guests should dress in ski wear for this trip including hats, mittens, and warm boots. A detailed list of items to wear and bring is provided on your voucher.
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Special Instructions
DIRECTIONS
Each pickup point has a unique time. Guests must be ready at their selected pickup point 5 minutes early:
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort – 7:55 AM
Canalta Lodge – 8:00 AM
Banff Caribou Lodge – 8:01 AM
Fox Hotel & Suites – 8:02 AM
Red Carpet Inn – 8:03 AM
Douglas Fir – 8:06 AM
Banff Ptarmigan Inn – 8:10 AM
Mount Royal Hotel (Public Bus Parking) – 8:12 AM
Rimrock Resort – 8:20 AM
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel (Motorcoach Entrance) – 8:25 AM
Banff Train Station – 8:30 AM
Juniper Hotel – 8:35 AM
If no pickup is selected, your default meeting point is the public bus parking behind the Mount Royal Hotel at 8:12 AM.
• Hotel pick-up is available from select Banff hotels but must be scheduled in advance. No transportation will be provided to unscheduled locations.
• Refer to your booking confirmation in the traveler message centre. Questions? Call 1-877-565-9372.
• Minimum age: 8. Guests 15 and under must be with someone 18+.
• All adults must sign a waiver. A parent/guardian must sign for those under 18.
• Be prepared for quickly changing mountain weather. Winter tours run in -27°C (-17°F) to +10°C (50°F) conditions, often colder with wind chill. Most of the tour is outdoors. Safety is our top priority—improper attire/footwear may result in being unable to participate.
Please wear/bring:
• Thermals/base layers
• Snow pants (mandatory below -16°C / 3°F; jeans over long johns OK in warmer weather; rentals available)
• Warm sweater & jacket (ski jackets rentable in Banff)
• Hat, mitts, neck warmer/scarf
• Warm, sturdy footwear (winter or hiking boots—no heels, Uggs, flip-flops, or sandals). Contact us for rental options if needed
• Water bottle