Winter Canyoning in the Rockies - Half Day
Overview
Our winter canyoning experience is the only adventure of its kind in the Canadian Rockies. Family friendly, and great for participants of all ages, young or old. We require only a moderate level of fitness for the approach hike up to the top of the canyon. Participants should be comfortable with hiking for approximately 60min, but don't stress we take our time.
Never tried rappelling before, no problem! Our guides will teach you all the necessary skills, and our canyons are progressive in their nature. That means they start off easy and grow in length of rappels allowing you to grow your confidence as you descend.
Our canyoning experiences also incorporates stunning and off the beaten path locations, including a unique slot canyon experience.
What's Included
- Dry bag
- Rappelling Ropes
- Helmet
- Ice Crampons
- High quality rappelling Harness
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pick ups are available from Canmore and/or Banff. If you are looking for pick up from Canmore or Banff please contact our office or please indicate pickup preference when booking. Pickup time from Banff will be 45 min prior to trip departure time Pickup from Canmore will be 20 min prior to trip departure time*Please Note: Pick up and drop offs are considered courtesy shuttles. Participants must understand that winter driving conditions in the Rockies can change quickly. Safety is our number one concern and so pick up and drop off times are only approximations, in bad weather travel can take longer and pick up and drop off times may vary slightly. We provide no refunds if participants are late or miss their pick up time
Alberta 1A
Grotto Mountain Pond, AB T0L 2C0, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Hike, slide, scramble, and rappel through a spectacular world of snow and ice on our one of a kind half day winter canyoneering adventure. Go off the beaten path, escape the crowds, and discover a visually stunning landscape as you descend our family friendly canyon with ropes, slides and rappels. This is the only adventure of its kind in Banff & Canmore. A great trip for beginners and families with children as young as 8, our canyon experience is located just outside Canmore AB, and about 25 min east of Banff. An approximate 1 hour to 1hour 20 min hike from the staging area will bring you to the top of the canyon where your guide will assist and teach, you how to descend the various fun sections of the canyon. Ice cleats, crampons, harnesses, helmets, and all technical rope rappelling equipment is provided.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-20686P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour 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.
- Dry bag.
- Rappelling Ropes.
- Helmet.
- Ice Crampons.
- High quality rappelling Harness.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Winter Canyoning in the Rockies - Half Day is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Winter Canyoning in the Rockies – Half Day will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Dry bag
- Rappelling Ropes
- Helmet
- Ice Crampons
- High quality rappelling Harness
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
