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Maligne Lake & Jasper Wildlife Day

Maligne Lake Rd · Jasper NP

Highlights

  • Maligne Lake and the Spirit Island boat cruise (seasonal)
  • Maligne Canyon's limestone walls and waterfalls
  • Prime wildlife-watching territory for elk, bighorn sheep, and black bears
  • Best booked alongside our Icefields Parkway route as an extra night in Jasper — no separate transfer from Calgary needed

Itinerary

8:30 AM

Pickup in Jasper

Pickup at your Jasper hotel, drive to Maligne Canyon.

10:00 AM

Maligne Canyon

A walk through the limestone canyon and its waterfalls.

12:00 PM

Maligne Lake

Time at Maligne Lake, with an optional Spirit Island boat cruise (seasonal).

3:00 PM

Wildlife-watching drive

A slower drive back with stops wherever wildlife is spotted along Maligne Lake Road.

5:30 PM

Return to Jasper

Drop-off back at your Jasper hotel.

Route & Distances

  1. JasperMaligne Canyon≈ 10 km
  2. Maligne CanyonMaligne Lake≈ 34 km

Distances are approximate driving distances, for reference only — actual route and mileage on the day may vary.

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Regular departures run Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Booking is by request, not instant confirmation — contact us to confirm the exact date and seat availability.

What's Included

Includes

  • Transport from Jasper townsite
  • English-speaking driver-guide (Vietnamese on request, subject to availability)

Excludes

  • Meals and personal expenses
  • Spirit Island boat cruise
  • Parks Canada day pass
  • Gratuities for your guide

Own Expenses

Optional activities you can add on-site — not included in the tour price.

  • Spirit Island boat cruise≈ $95 CAD / person

    Seasonal — typically runs June through September.

  • Parks Canada day pass≈ $11 CAD / person / day

Cancellation Policy

CancelledRefund
21+ days before departureFull refund
7–20 days before departure50% refund
Less than 7 days before departureNo refund

Good to Know

  • Valid government-issued photo ID is required for every traveler on all departures.
  • Pickup and drop-off times are approximate and may shift by 15–30 minutes depending on traffic and road conditions.
  • Itinerary order and stops may change due to weather, road closures, or park conditions — safety comes first.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended; stops involve short, easy walks rather than technical hiking.
  • Let us know about mobility needs, dietary restrictions, or large group sizes at the time of booking so we can plan accordingly.
  • Multi-day tours are priced based on double-occupancy hotel rooms; single-traveler and triple-occupancy rates are available on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this be added to the Icefields Parkway route?

Yes — it's designed as an extra day for guests already overnighting in Jasper on that route. Let us know at booking.

Is the Spirit Island boat cruise included?

No, it's optional, seasonal, and paid on-site.

What wildlife might we see?

Elk, bighorn sheep, and black bears are regularly spotted along Maligne Lake Road, though sightings are never guaranteed.

Why doesn't this route pick up from Calgary like your other Alberta tours?

This one is designed purely as an extra day for guests already staying in Jasper on our Icefields Parkway route — pickup is right at your Jasper hotel rather than sending you back to Calgary and out again.

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