Half-Day Guided Via Ferrata Climbing Tour in Banff
As a Canadian Signature Experience, Norquay's Via Ferrata is a must-do activity when visiting Banff National Park. Our highly qualified ACMG-certified guides will lead you up the cliffs of Mt Norquay that hang above the Bow Valley, overlooking the town of Banff. Steel handholds, ladders, and footsteps as well as a steel safety cable are secured to the rock wall providing assistance and safety. Climbers are safely secured to the safety cable while climbing. Although no prior climbing experience is necessary, guests should be fit enough to climb a ladder and hike for a few hours in the mountains.
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Half-Day Guided Via Ferrata Climbing Tour in Banff
What's included in Half-Day Guided Via Ferrata Climbing Tour in Banff
(Subject to Option Inclusions)To get a greater feel for heights, exposure, and the full Via Ferrata experience, and become a Ridgewalker! This half-day excursion takes you high up on the Norquay cliffs, climbing the Memorial, Sunrise, and Vista buttresses – and of course, traversing the epic suspension bridge. Get access to incredible views of Banff National Park. A true climbing/mountaineering but no experience is required!
Inclusions
- All Safety equipment is provided, including climbing helmet, harness, via ferrata lanyards.
- ACMG-certified Guide
- Banff Sightseeing Chairlift - Ride the chairlift to the via ferrata start point.
- Rainwear, backpacks and suitable hiking boots are available at no charge. Size availability is not guaranteed.
- Free shuttle bus to and from Banff
- Gratuities
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Participants must check-in 30 minutes prior to departure time.
- An Exclusion of Liability Waiver must be signed by all via ferrata participants prior to tour.
- Minimum 12 years of age.
- The maximum participant weight is 120 kg (265 lbs), minimum participant weight is 40 kg (88 lbs)
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- CHECK IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO TOUR TIME at Norquay's North American Lodge, 6km (3.7 miles) from Banff, via Mt Norquay Scenic Drive. When arriving by car, go past the first two parking lots, following signs straight ahead for via ferrata. Follow short walking path to Lodge.
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Ticket Redemption
Please check in at the Guest Services desk inside the North American lodge NOT LATER THAN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME. When arriving at Norquay ski area by car, drive past the first two parking lots, following the signs straight up the Norquay Scenic Drive to the posted via ferrata parking lot. An Exclusion of Liability Waiver must be signed prior to tour departure. Suitable, sturdy hiking boots are required and can be rented at no charge from Mt Norquay. Size availability is not guaranteed. Free shuttle available from Banff, visit banffnorquay.com.
