Experience Ice Climbing

The Ice Experience programs are designed for you to experience the exciting sport of waterfall ice climbing in the Canadian Rockies. You will go to a local frozen waterfall, learn the basic skills, and quickly be off the ground swinging ice tools and climbing! This program is suitable for complete beginners, but also for more experienced people looking to climb and learn new skills.

During the full day or 2 day program, we will have more options for waterfalls to visit. We will also have more time to advance your skills.

Basic skills covered include:

-Site safety and awareness

-Walking in crampons

-Belaying top rope climbers

-How to move on steep ice - swinging ice tools, and using your crampons

During the full day or 2 day program, we may progress to more advanced skills including:

-Advanced movement on steep ice

-Placing ice screws and building V-threads

-Mock leading and Rappelling

The Canadian Rockies surrounding Banff are a world class destination for waterfall ice climbing. Join us on this program to get a taste of what the hype is all about!

The Ice Experience program is designed to allow people of all abilities to experience the exciting sport of waterfall ice climbing. Our guides are incredible instructors, skilled climbers, and fun to be around. They are certified to the highest standards in the industry by the ACMG/IFMGA, so you can rest assured that you are in good hands.

Cancellation Policy: standard

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers