Banff & Jasper Parks
Turquoise glacial lakes & rugged Canadian Rockies
Expedition Overview
The crown jewels of the Canadian Rockies. Banff and Jasper offer towering limestone peaks, vibrant electric-turquoise glacier-fed lakes including Moraine Lake and Lake Louise, and untouched boreal wilderness where grizzly bears and elk roam free.
Weather Windows & Mountain Conditions
Verified by certified IFMGA / UIMLA mountain guides
Late June to September
Glacial Valleys, Subalpine Forests, Scree Passes
Key Waypoints & Summits
Lake Louise & Moraine Lake
Pristine glacial waters with dramatic Ten Peaks backdrop.
Columbia Icefield & Skywalk
Walk on the ancient Athabasca Glacier ice sheet.
Icefields Parkway Wilderness Drive
Consistently rated one of the most scenic drives on earth.
Mandatory Alpine & Trail Gear
All team members must carry certified gear. Technical hardware can be rented via ApexTrek.
Active Expeditions in Banff & Jasper Parks
Lead by UIAGM/IFMGA certified guides with full safety satellite backup
Canadian Rockies Glacier Trail & Canoe Expedition
Trekker Field Reports & Logbook
Chloe Martin
February 2026"Kayaking across Moraine Lake at dawn before any buses arrived was pure tranquil magic. 10/10 expedition."
Includes harness, crampons, ice axe, alpine helmet, and emergency locator beacon.