Jasper Wildlife & Maligne Lake Tour with Spirit Island Cruise
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Discover why the Maligne Valley is a must-see in Jasper National Park on this breathtaking 6-hour guided tour. Enjoy a short scenic walk along the shoreline of Medicine Lake, surrounded by towering limestone cliffs, while learning about its fascinating natural history. As you travel through the valley, keep watch for local wildlife such as elk, deer, bighorn sheep, bears and moose. At spectacular Maligne Lake, board a 90-minute scenic cruise across its glacial-blue waters to the iconic Spirit Island viewpoint. Surrounded by soaring mountain peaks and pristine wilderness, experience one of the most celebrated landscapes in the Canadian Rockies.
Your experience
Stop 1
Journey through Jasper National Park’s spectacular Maligne Valley, travelling approximately 45 km from Jasper toward Maligne Lake. Along the way, take in mountain, forest and lake scenery while keeping watch for local wildlife. Your guide will share insights into the valley’s wildlife, history and geology throughout the journey.
Stop 2
Take a short scenic walk along the shoreline of Medicine Lake and admire the surrounding subalpine forest and towering limestone cliffs. Learn about the fascinating natural processes behind this remarkable “disappearing lake” as your guide shares its natural and geological history.
Stop 3
Arrive at Maligne Lake and board a 90-minute scenic cruise across its glacial-blue waters, surrounded by towering peaks and pristine wilderness. Cruise to the iconic Spirit Island area and enjoy time ashore on the nearby viewpoint trail for one of the Canadian Rockies’ most famous views while learning about the lake’s human and geological history. Before or after the cruise, enjoy time at Maligne Lake to eat a packed lunch or purchase food at the café (additional cost) before returning to Jasper.
What’s included
- Transport by comfortable minibus
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected locations
- Guide
Not included
- Food and drinks (available to purchase at Maligne Lake)
Meeting and pickup
Central Pickup Location: the Two Brothers Totem Pole, located across the street from the Jasper Park Information Centre lawn (500 Connaught Drive). All-day parking is available in the adjacent paid public parking lot (behind the washroom building). Parking fees apply upon parking.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guests must be able to climb 3 steps, with assistance if needed, to board the minibus. Foldable walkers can be stored on the vehicle.
- Hotel pickup is ONLY available to registered guests staying at one of our listed pickup properties. If your accommodation is not listed, select Two Brothers Totem Pole as your pickup location. Hotel pickup times vary; your specific pickup time will be confirmed upon booking.
- Two Brothers Totem Pole is across from the Parks Canada Information Centre on Connaught Drive. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. All-day paid parking is available nearby.
- A small amount of walking is involved, including a short shoreline walk at Medicine Lake and a short viewpoint loop overlooking Spirit Island as part of the Maligne Lake cruise. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- Tour operates in all weather. Bring warm layers and a rain jacket or umbrella for outdoor portions.
- Meals are not included. Bring snacks or a packed lunch; food may also be available for purchase at Maligne Lake.
- The 90-minute Maligne Lake cruise is operated by an external supplier. Cruise schedules may be subject to delays, changes or cancellations outside our control.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. All passengers, including infants, must be included in the booking and allocated a seat for vehicle capacity purposes.
- Tour and transfer times are approximate and may vary due to traffic, weather, cruise timing and other conditions.
- Minimum numbers apply. If canceled due to low numbers, you’ll be offered an alternative or full refund.
- No pets. Service dogs with valid documentation only.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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