Enjoy an extraordinary helicopter flight through the breathtaking snowy Canadian Rockies. See the famous frozen Bubbles of Abraham Lake from the air and then up close during a guided walking tour on the lake.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3 hours
- Starting times 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, French
- Audio guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Witness impressive views of the Canadian Rockies by helicopter
- Photograph the natural phenomenon of Ice Bubbles on Abraham Lake
- See 6 different astonishing glaciers surrounded by frozen lakes and waterfalls
- Land at Landslide Lake to experience one of a kind snowshoeing in the wilderness
- Enjoy complementary hot chocolate with Irish cream and a hot lunch
Full description
Start the day at the base with a hearty hot buffet that might include stew, chili or soup with freshly made bread, dessert and a side salad, veggies or fruit.
Then, embark on your helicopter flight over Abraham Lake. Fly over the Canadian Rockies to Landslide Lake for breathtaking views and an experience you will never forget. Admire the impressive fierceness of the massive mountains as you fly close to them. Pass over 6 different astonishing glaciers surrounded by frozen lakes and waterfalls.
After landing at Landslide Lake, go on a guided snowshoe tour with complimentary hot chocolate and Irish cream. Then, head back to base by Helicopter taking a different route back with equally spectacular views of the Rockies and valleys. When you return to base, take a seat around a fire to warm up your toes. Roast some marshmallows as you enjoy complimentary coffee or tea.
Finally, take a guided tour of the Bubbles on Abraham Lake. Marvel at this natural phenomenon of methane gas getting trapped in the ice, a mesmerizing sight that makes for great pictures and attracts a lot of attention on social media platforms.
Includes
- 20-minute scenic flight
- 45-minute ice bubbles walking tour on Abraham Lake
- 1-hour guided snowshoe tour
- Headset during flight
- Commentary by the professional pilot
- Hot food, hot drinks, water, hot chocolate with Irish cream
- Snowshoes, ice clamps for shoes, extra winter clothing
- All taxes and fees
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup or drop-off
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
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Meeting point
Cline River Heliport, Clearwater County, AB T0M, Canada. Allow at least 2.5 hours to travel from Banff and 1.5 hours from Lake Louise. Please call the local partner prior to leaving your location to confirm the weather.
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What to bring
- Warm clothing
Know before you go
- Please note that the tour time is subject to change, the local partner will confirm your exact flight time after the tour is reserved
- Allow at least 2.5 hours to travel from Banff and 1.5 hours from Lake Louise
- Guests may bring their own ice skates if interested in skating on the lake (weather and conditions permitting)
- The maximum weight is 113 kg (250 lbs) per passenger
- Please call to confirm your booking and check the weather conditions the day before your tour
- Your exact tour start time will be confirmed over the phone
- Please arrive for check-in 30 minutes prior to your scheduled time
- Please dress appropriately for the weather
- Please inform the tour provider of any allergies
