Jasper Wildlife and Waterfalls Tour with Maligne Lake Hike
Overview
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6 hours
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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.
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
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
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
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.
Options
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
Reviews
190 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best organised trip in Canada during 2025
John B,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00A perfect six hour trip our guide Sam was very knowledgeable, professional and passionate about wildlife. We saw Elk, Big Horn Sheep, a Bald Eagle and a five year old female grizzly bear (from the van but very close - amazing).
Great experience
MiriamAndrea M,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a great experience with Kathleen! We could saw a Moose with her Baby and Mountain Goats and she told us a lot about bears. Sadly no one showed up..
Thankful!
NAGHAM A,
Aug 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00Everything was great. Our tour guide (Katherine) was amazing! The only disappointment was not seeing Maligne Canyon and hike to the falls.
Our guide was...
Aline M,
Aug 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide was perfect. He gave us a lot of information and was very friendly. It was very interesting. We saw a Grizzly bear, eagles, moose, deer and elk. I recommend.
Jake was amazing. We did...
ccallaghan13,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
4.00Jake was amazing. We did hike option instead of boat. Jake took us to Moose lake and a secluded valley that was awesome. Saw moose, bears, and hawks on our trip.
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