How will you get the most out of your Canadian Rockies trip? From waterfall hikes to boat cruises on glacier-fed lakes, here are our five of our favourite ways to experience this stunning region of Canada. 

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How will you get the most out of your <a href="/canadian-rockies-and-west-coast">Canadian Rockies trip</a>? From awe-inspiring cliff-edge walks to luxury train rides and afternoons spent paddling on glacier-fed lakes, here are some of our favourite ways to experience this stunning region of Canada.&nbsp;

Glass is all that separates you from the 918-foot drop to the valley below on the  Columbia Icefield Skywalk. The fully-accessible walkway provides breath-taking perspectives on waterfalls, wildlife, and fossils — a quintessenial Rockies experience.  



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Get your thrills on a glass-floored cliff-walk. 

Whether you're in Banff or Jasper, enjoy the unique perspective of the mountains on a guided boat tour. There's nothing quite like seeing the snowy peaks of the Rockies towering over the region's azure lakes. Look for wildlife as the local guides share their stories of the area.  

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Relax on a lake cruise. 

With routes to Jasper, Banff and Lake Louise, the <a href="/rocky-mountaineer">Rocky Mountaineer</a> winds through the heart of the Canadian Rockies, showcasing untouched terrain you can only see by rail. The custom-designed glass-domed coaches make for incomparable panoramic views &ndash; all from the comfort of a luxury reclining seat.

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Sit back on a luxury train. 

The stunning places to canoe and kayak in Banff and Jasper National Parks are sure to impress, whether you're a novice or experienced paddler. End with a scenic lakeside picnic for an enviable Rockies adventure.    

Paddle on a glacier-fed lake.


The hiking in the Canadian Rockies is among the most scenic and inspiring in the world. The area has countless waterfalls, which make for breathtaking and rewarding hikes. Whatever the level of difficulty—from easy to challenging—each trail offers plenty of stunning photo opps. 

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Linger over a waterfall hike. 

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From waterfall hikes to lake cruises, our favourite ways to experience the Rockies. 