Ice Odyssey at Columbia Icefield
Overview
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2 hours
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The Ice Odyssey at the Columbia Icefield offers an extraordinary glacier adventure, combining storytelling with exploration. Guests will embark on a 2-hour guided tour in a specialized all-terrain vehicle, navigating the breathtaking Athabasca Glacier. This small-group experience allows participants to disembark at exclusive locations, where they can walk on the glacier and engage with its fascinating history—from its formation to its role in NASA's research. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike, this low-impact tour emphasizes environmental preservation and provides an intimate connection to one of Canada’s natural wonders.
- 2-hour guided tour with expert insights
- Small groups of up to 10 guests for personalized attention
- Exclusive glacier site access; walk on the Athabasca Glacier
- Low-emission vehicles designed for rugged terrain
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Athabasca Glacier
Be Among the First to Experience the Ice Odyssey & stop at an exclusive site on the Athabasca Glacier. Explore with a small group with low-emission's & low-impact tour.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Guide
Gratuities
Transportation to/from Glacier Discovery Center
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Ice Odyssey at Columbia Icefield
Reviews
20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing
felixsU9206DX,,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a must do trip if you want to experience the Athabasca Glacier. Our guides Conner and Tommy were a wealth of knowledge about the glaciers and their own anectodal adventures on the icefield. The hot tea was a plus and very appreciated.
Must Do in Columbia Ice Field
Neel M,,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Experience of a lifetime. The travel in Sherp, learning about the glacier, walking on the glacier and drinking its water (we didn’t though) are truly amazing. Do this rather than the ice explorer. I have seen one reviewer say, you can see the glacier from the highway and don’t waste time. I totally disagree Our tour guide was Chris from London, England. He was so knowledgeable, enthusiastic and full of energy. Did a few 360 deg spins with the SHERP and put the spikes on everyone’s shoes. Spikes are an absolute must to walk on ice and the explorer trip doesn’t give that. Chris also showed us several mountain climbing equipment and let us try them. Very interesting. Plus, there are only 6 guest in a SHERP rather than 20 or 30 in the explorer vehicle. We were there before 10am for 11am booking and the parking lot was quite empty but by the time we returned from the glacier at 1pm, it was full
Fun experience
Rph97741,,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was part of a Vacations by Rail Tour. We had a great time and it was not cold that day! Also a lot to see and learn at the visitor's center
Once in a lifetime on a glacier
S7917WZamandaa,,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Tony and driver Cass were amazing! Had a great time. Very unique experience. Was especially great to be in a small group (there were 9 of us) and able to get to a separate area of the glacier than where they take the bigger busses full of people. You get a very individualized experience.
Wonderful experience
johnlQ5147KP,,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Being on the glacier and away from the crowds was an unforgettable experience. Tommy, our guide, was very informative, funny, and friendly in a way that made us all feel comfortable. I highly recommend this trip.
Great experience. Smaller...
Saul T,,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience. Smaller group and we went to an area that was only our group and not crowded. Tommy was great. I would recommend.
Such a great experience! Must do!
Jackie H,,Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a fascinating trip and the two hosts, Tommy and Conor, were just lovely and accommodating! We were very lucky that it was just us and another couple, so just four of us and the drive in the big, all terrain beast of a machine was an experience within itself, but actually standing on and exploring the glacier, well let’s just say a bucket list item I didn’t know I had!! We stayed at the lodge the night before and did this trip first thing and I’d definitely recommend the “full glacier lodge” package (with the “Skywalk” the night before). Definitely a “must do” if you’re in the area 👍🏻
Really enjoyed this tour
Delenis G,,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Really fun and awesome tour with great guides. We liked that this tour was with a smaller group so we were to experience more! Highly recommend
A must do Athabasca Glacier
debrasN5937RY,,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a must do trip if you want to experience the Athabasca Glacier. Our guides Conner and Kaia were a wealth of knowledge about the glaciers. They also had fun activities for us and delicious tea. Thank you Conner & Kaia.
Best Rockies experience
Bonnie L,,Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely worth the price! Our tour guide Criss and Janna is amazing. Definitely a 10/10 experience and the best memories with your family
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