Jasper Wildlife and Waterfalls Tour with Maligne Lake Hike
Travel through the incredibly scenic Maligne Valley of Jasper National Park while searching for the abundant wildlife spotted frequently in the area. You’ll go on a short walk to see stunning waterfall vistas at Maligne Canyon and stop for photos at Medicine Lake before embarking on a guided nature walk along the lakeshore at Maligne Lake.
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9:30am Tour with Guided Hike
Half day Wildlife and Waterfalls sightseeing tour of the Maligne Valley including stops at Maligne Canyon, Medicine Lake and a guided lakeshore hike at Maligne Lake.
Pickup included
What's included in Jasper Wildlife and Waterfalls Tour with Maligne Lake Hike
(Subject to Option Inclusions)This journey takes us through 45 kilometers of the most spectacular scenery anywhere in the Canadian Rockies. The Maligne Valley is home to a wide range of flora and fauna, and it has geological features unique in the world. Our journey takes us searching for abundant wildlife while explaining the history and natural wonders to be explored. A 30-minute stop at Maligne Canyon allows us time to explore the two bridges, offering fantastic views of the cascading waterfall and continuing erosion of the ancient limestone. As we continue into the Valley, we climb into the sub-alpine forests and view the expanding ranges of limestone rising out or Medicine Lake. A stop is made to photograph this natural wonder, and your guide traces its history with you. From Medicine Lake, we continue up through a forest that is prime habitat for moose and bears. Sightings are common but not guaranteed as we are trying to view these animals in their natural habitat. At world-famous Maligne Lake, you are led on a 2 to 3km interpretive nature walk. You take in beautiful lakeshore vistas before following the easy-grade trail loop back into the forested surrounds.
Inclusions
- Transport by comfortable minibus
- Professional and highly knowledgeable guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from selected locations
- Live commentary on board
- Food and drinks (available for purchase at Maligne Lake)
- Gratuities
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Important Note regarding Maligne Canyon Waterfalls: Due to damage caused by last summer’s wildfire, access to Maligne Canyon is currently closed by Parks Canada for infrastructure repairs to ensure visitor safety. If these repairs are not completed prior to your selected tour date, the short walk to view waterfalls in Maligne Canyon will not be possible. In this case, the tour will proceed with a slightly altered itinerary, offering alternative stops to showcase the area’s unique beauty. This includes a visit to Maligne Lookout, where you can view the dramatically changed landscape from a high vantage point, and additional time at Medicine Lake, featuring a short walk along the shore for stunning perspectives of the lake surrounded by towering limestone cliffs. Please rest assured that the tour length and price remain unchanged, and the overall experience will still provide incredible opportunities to explore and learn about the Maligne Valley’s natural wonders.
- To request complimentary pick-up from your accommodation, please specify which hotel you are staying at. Pickup times vary therefore your exact pick-up time will be confirmed upon booking.
- If you are staying outside of Jasper, please specify Jasper Downtown Location - at Two Brothers Totem Pole across from Parks Canada Information Center on Connaught Drive. Your meeting time will be 15 minutes prior to your trip’s departure time. All-day parking is located in the parking lot.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A moderate amount of walking is involved. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
* Hotel pick-up times vary and will be confirmed upon booking. * If your pick up location is within the immediate Jasper townsite, please be ready 15 minutes prior to departure time. * For outlying properties including Beckers Chalet, Jasper House Bungalows, Tekkarra Lodge, Wapiti campground, Whistlers Campground, Patrica Lake Bungalows and Pyramid Lake Resort, please be ready 30 minutes prior to departure time. * For pick-up from Pine Bungalows please be ready at departure time for pickup between 5-10 minutes after departure time. * For pick-up from Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, please be ready 15 minutes AFTER departure time. * Complimentary pick-up is available from selected accommodations within the Jasper Area. * Pick-up is also available from vacation rentals within the immediate Jasper townsite — To arrange this, please contact us directly . * If your hotel is not listed, please specify you will meet at our Central Meeting Location — Two Brothers Totem Pole, located across the street from the Jasper Park Information Centre lawn (500 Connaught Drive)
Meeting / End Points
- Central Downtown Location – 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 parking lot (behind the washroom building).
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* A moderate amount of walking is involved. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. * Travel is by comfortable 24-seat minibus, however, as mountain weather can be unpredictable, participants should bring a rain jacket or umbrella and warm clothing to wear during the outdoor/walking portions of the trip in case of inclement weather. * We have a short break for lunch at Maligne Lake. There is the chance to purchase lunch at the Maligne Lakehouse restaurant, although during peak season (July-August) there can sometimes be long lines. To avoid waiting in line, you may wish to bring your own lunch. * We recommend bringing a small bottle of water. * Hotel pick-up times vary and will be confirmed upon booking. * Hotels within the Jasper town: wait outside main lobby 15 mins prior. * Outlying hotels (Beckers Chalet, Jasper House Bungalows, Tekarra Lodge, Patrica Lake Bungalows and Pyramid Lake Resort): wait outside main lobby 30 mins prior. * Wapiti Campground: wait on corner of Hwy 93 & Campground Entry Rd. 30 mins prior. * Whistlers Campground: wait outside main office, 30 mins prior. * Pine Bungalows: wait outside main lobby at departure time for pickup between 5-10 mins after. * Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge: wait outside main lobby doors 15 mins after. * Pick-up also available from B&Bs within Jasper Town — contact us directly with B&B name/address to arrange this. * If your hotel is not listed: meet at Two Brothers Totem Pole, across from Jasper Park Info Centre lawn (500 Connaught Dr) Jasper, 15 mins prior. * Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. * Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. * The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions. * This tour operates in all weather conditions.