Small-Group Guided Via Ferrata Climbing with Banff's Best Views | La Vacanza Travel

Small-Group Guided Via Ferrata Climbing with Banff's Best Views

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Destination: Canada, Alberta, Banff
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  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Banff
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

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.

The Explorer Route is a 2.5-hour introduction to Via Ferrata and a great way to test out this adrenaline-packed alpine activity. Climb pitches, and cross the course’s picturesque suspension bridge.

Although no prior climbing experience is necessary, guests should be fit enough to climb a ladder.

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary

Step out of your comfort zone and try our Explorer route. Spend some time with your guide, get introduced to the equipment, head up a few pitches and cross the suspension bridge. This is a great choice for those who are slightly limited on time or looking for an introduction to Via Ferrata.
Get access to incredible views of Banff National Park.

A true climbing/mountaineering but no experience is required!

Stop At:

• Banff National Park, Banff National Park, Alberta

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • All Safety equipment is provided, including climbing helmet, harness, via ferrata lanyards.
  • Rainwear, backpacks and suitable hiking boots are available at no charge. Size availability is not guaranteed.
  • Banff Sightseeing Chairlift - Ride the chairlift to the via ferrata start point.
  • ACMG-certified Guide
  • Free shuttle bus to and from Banff

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drink
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off

Additional Info

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • PARTICIPANTS MUST CHECK IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME
  • A liability Waiver must be signed by all via ferrata participants
  • Minimum 12 years of age and minimum 40 kg (88 lbs)
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Departure Point

Departure Point

6C22+M6 Banff, 6C22+M6R Banff, AB, Canada


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

2 hours 30 minutes

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

emanuelr566

03 Nov, 2023

Phenomenal views & very Adventurous. Katsu was a legend of a guide. Did the 6hr trek & FULLY worth. Unless you've done multi-pitch climbing you've never done anything like this. Totally totally worth it. I've traveled to Iceland, Africa, Colombia, Hawaii & this provided one of the top 3 views in my life. Super solid.

ReviewsReviews1

11 Oct, 2023

I loved this! I originally booked the ridgewalker! I’m from Florida and never been to Canada, yet alone to the beautiful Canadian Rockies! We barely have hills in Florida so when I ran across this experience I was ALL IN! Normally heights don’t bother me, but when I got there and saw how high we actually were, I started to get alittle nervous as I had had a scary experience the day before flipping over in my canoe on lake Louise. I met My guide Ryan and from the second I met him I knew I was in great hands. I told him my situation from the day prior and I was starting to sikę myself out lol, he went above and beyond to try to make the experience the most enjoyable and least scary as possible for me, and honestly he did an amazing job! I however did end up deciding to finish with the explorer course after we got to our first rest point on the ridgewalker. I had over estimated my ability I think and felt more comfortable finishing the slightly easier course. Ryan was awesome enough to call another guide to come up and take over with me while he completed the ridgewalker with the others in my group. He was never pressuring, just very encouraging and I don’t think I would have even made it that far had it not been for his uplifting spirit. Paul was my guide for the rest of my mountain climbing adventure and he was great as well! We enjoyed great conversation and completely the explorer course together. I would absolutely go back and try this again another time. I feel more comfortable and confident now. I do think this is for everyone but I would say if you’ve never been mountain climbing or you aren’t super physically active to maybe start with the explorer course and see how that goes first haha. Thank you mount Norquay, Ryan, and Paul! Oh! And the nice girl working inside who checked me in and got a picture for me in front of the mountain since I had lost my phone. Hope to see you guys again!

Greg_T

06 Oct, 2023

Our guide was terrific. We had great weather and enjoyed the day immensely. Definitely recommend doing this day trip.

Kate_F

05 Oct, 2023

This was such an amazing experience 🙌🏻 great bunch of people to climb with and our guide Eli was great. Definitely recommend.

285whitneyb

02 Oct, 2023

We completed the Skyline Via Ferrata climb as part of our Banff adventure. It was without a doubt the best part of our 6-day trip. We had Eli as our guide and he made the experience amazing. We felt very safe the entire climb and were able to see some jaw-dropping views throughout our time. Highly recommended if you are visiting the area.

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Worth IT 6hrs

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The best guides and an AWESOME experience all around

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Great day

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Alpinist 4 - 5 hour Tour was incredible. Wish I did the 6 hour one instead!

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50% of us loved it!

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So Much FUN!!!!!

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HIGHLY recommend. 5 star experience. Evan is the best guide.

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Thank you Amanda!

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Awesome experience!!!

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Great experience with Ben as our Expert Guide!

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Fantastic day - totally recommend!

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First time climbers!

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Views are amazing, course is fun and Paul is the man!

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Once in a lifetime Memory!!!!

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Super fun and unique experience

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Blown away

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10/10

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One of the Coolest Things I’ve Ever Done!

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No Fear

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Physical and rewarding

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Amazing Experience!

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Excellent activity for first time climber!

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This is not true via feratta. Only real review

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Amazing experience

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