Uncover Banff’s signature scenic views on a thrilling Via Ferrata climbing experience. Join our small group tours and climb the cliffs of Mt Norquay with highly qualified guides.
Uncover Banff’s signature scenic views on a thrilling Via Ferrata climbing experience. Join our small group tours and climb the cliffs of Mt Norquay with highly qualified guides.
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Mount Norquay Scenic Drive - Step out of your comfort zone and try our Explorer route. Spend some time with your guide, get introduced to the equipment, head up a few pitches and cross the suspension bridge. This is a great choice for those who are slightly limited on time or looking for an introduction to Via Ferrata.
Get access to incredible…
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Mount Norquay Scenic Drive - Step out of your comfort zone and try our Explorer route. Spend some time with your guide, get introduced to the equipment, head up a few pitches and cross the suspension bridge. This is a great choice for those who are slightly limited on time or looking for an introduction to Via Ferrata.
Get access to incredible views of Banff National Park.
A true climbing/mountaineering but no experience is required!
- Rainwear, backpacks, and hiking boots available at no charge (size not guaranteed)
- ACMG-certified Guide
- Banff Sightseeing Chairlift ride to via ferrata start point
- Free shuttle bus to and from Banff
- All safety equipment provided: climbing helmet, harness, via ferrata lanyards
- Rainwear, backpacks, and hiking boots available at no charge (size not guaranteed)
- ACMG-certified Guide
- Banff Sightseeing Chairlift ride to via ferrata start point
- Free shuttle bus to and from Banff
- All safety equipment provided: climbing helmet, harness, via ferrata lanyards
- Gratuities
- Food and drink
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Gratuities
- Food and drink
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
Being a distinctive Canadian Signature Experience, interacting with the Norquay’s Via Ferrata is an essential activity while visiting the Banff National Park. Our extensively trained ACMG-accredited instructors will guide you through the steep cliffs of Mt Norquay, which are perched above the Bow Valley, offering a stunning view of the town of Banff….
Being a distinctive Canadian Signature Experience, interacting with the Norquay’s Via Ferrata is an essential activity while visiting the Banff National Park. Our extensively trained ACMG-accredited instructors will guide you through the steep cliffs of Mt Norquay, which are perched above the Bow Valley, offering a stunning view of the town of Banff.
Rock walls are equipped with steel grips, ladders, and stepping platforms, including a steel safety cord for support and safety. During climbing, climbers remain safely attached to this safety cable.
The Explorer Route, a introductory experience of Via Ferrata of 2.5 hours, is a perfect way to acclimate yourself to this heart-pounding mountaineering activity. It includes climbing pitches and traversing the course’s scenic suspension bridge.
Though no former climbing knowledge is required, participants are expected to have enough physical fitness to climb a ladder.
- PARTICIPANTS MUST CHECK IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME
- A liability Waiver must be signed by all via ferrata participants
- Minimum 12 years of age and minimum 40 kg (88 lbs)
- Maximum participant weight is 120 kgs (265 lbs)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
