Johnston Canyon Frozen Waterfalls Small Group Tour

5.0(52)4 hFree cancellationBy Radventures

About this activity

Banff's must-do winter walk.

Follow the steel catwalks into Johnston Canyon, where the creek goes quiet under the snow and the falls freeze into towers of blue and white ice. Walk to the Lower Falls, or carry on to the Upper Falls, where ice climbers often work their way up the frozen cliffs. On the drive along the Bow Valley Parkway, watch for elk and bighorn sheep.

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Highlights:

❄ Frozen Lower and Upper Falls of Johnston Canyon

❄ Ice climbers on the frozen cliffs

❄ Scenic stops on the Bow Valley Parkway

❄ Ice cleats, poles, and hot drinks included

Why book with Radventures:

▸ Max 10 guests in a premium van, never a coach

▸ Banff-born, independently owned

▸ 1% of every booking protects the places you explore

What's included

✓Comfortable, premium transportation
✓Small group experience (max 10 guests)
✓Polaroid souvenir
✓Fresh water refills (BYO bottle)
✓Local guide trained in photography and storytelling
✓Essential winter gear: ice cleats/crampons & hiking poles
✓Hot drinks (hot chocolate, coffee, or tea) & sweet treat
✓Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select Banff locations

Not included

✕Lunch
✕Guide gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Meet at the front of the hotel lobby. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:35am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the bus loading zone on Elk St, in front of the BANFF sign. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:30am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the front of the hotel lobby. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:25am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the bus loading zone outside the Fairmont Shops, by the turning circle. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:20am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the front of the hotel lobby. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:15am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the front of the hotel on Banff Ave. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:05am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the front of the hotel on Banff Ave. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:05am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the front of the hotel on Banff Ave. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:05am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.
Meet at the Roam Bus Stop on Tunnel Mtn Rd outside Tunnel Mtn Resort. Pickup times: Oct. 13 – Apr. 30: 8:00am Please be ready 10 min before departure. Vehicle departs on schedule.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under 8 are unable to join our small group adventures

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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