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Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Declared the “Best Boat Cruise in Canada” by 8 million Reader’s Digest subscribers, the Maligne Lake Cruise is an experience like no other. Join us on a panoramic tour across the crystal waters of magical Maligne Lake, fed by the glaciers of Jasper National Park. Glide past the jagged mountain peaks as we cruise to Spirit Island, a world-famous destination only accessible by boat.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date

Opening/closing dates are weather dependent

Infants are free and ticket is required for this Attraction

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Boat tour of Maligne Lake and Spirit Island

Food and Drink (available to purchase)

Gratuities

Transportation to/from attractions

No public washrooms available for the duration of the cruise

Infant Tickets are free but are required for Attraction

What To Expect

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Maligne Lake

Your 90-minute cruise of the lake starts dockside near the Maligne Lake Boathouse and Chalet. Boats leave approximately on the hour and your ticket is good for any trip during your selected day. After boarding, you will pull away from the dock and be treated to a fully narrated, interpretative tour of the area's unique history and special ecology. Each boat is glass enclosed and fully heated, ensuring you will stay warm while experiencing majestic views throughout the trip.  

1 hour 30 minutes•Admission Included
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Spirit Island

From Spirit Island, which is only accessible by boat near the center of the lake, you will be treated to some of the most spectacular views found anywhere in the world. Jagged, snow-capped peaks ring a lake of vibrant blue water and ancient forest. Wildlife regularly prowl the shoreline, so keep your camera close and your senses alert as you scan the area for the eagles, bears and deer that call this area home. Expert and amateur photographers alike will be treated to incredible opportunities to attempt to document the natural splendor surrounding them, all the while recognizing that no photograph can do justice to the alpine scenery surrounding them.   Each cruise last approximately 90 minutes, after which you will return to the boathouse where you can grab a warm beverage or bite to eat from the nearby lodge and chalet.

15 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

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Maligne Lake Cruise

Reviews

4.67

375 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • The tour was worth every...

    Kevin R,

    Jul 24, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The tour was worth every penny. The lake was beautiful and Alex and Maxwell were funny and informative.

  • Beautiful Glacier Fed Lake

    Betty T,

    Jul 19, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It was really great. The lake and Spirit Island were beautiful and our guide, Evie, was very knowledgeable about the lake and it's glacier fed waters.

  • Long drive from Jasper to have an okay boat ride on Maligne Lake.

    Joanvistas,

    Jul 14, 2025

    - Viator

    3.00

    First, it is an hour drive from Jasper to get there (not clear in the promo literature). The day of the cruise, it was bad weather, so we did not want to have to drive 1.5 hours if the cruise was going to be cancelled. The provider did not respond to my Viator account message and did not answer a contact phone number (which I had to find). We went anyway and saw the Lake and Spirit Island, but it was not as spectacular as advertised.

  • Beautiful and informative...

    LauraLee S,

    Jul 10, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Beautiful and informative cruise along Maligne Lake. Captain Dan ensured we had a safe trip. Alex was very knowledgeable and entertaining.

  • A fantastic A+ experience. Highly Recommended

    Manjush V,

    Jul 9, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We took the cruise with Alex and Jack and was absolutely pleased with the overall experience. Jack was exceptional in his narration and guide - we learned so much about the history of the Lake and the surrounding stunning scenery and mountains. The stop at Spirit Island was the highlight of our trip. Will highly recommend as a top notch must-do experience in Jasper National Park. The overall program gets an A+

From CAD 112.33

4.67
375 reviews
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