Via Ferrata

Give in to the ultimate adventure

Hands-On Adventure

Feel on top of the world. Exhilarate your senses. Experience views of Banff rarely seen.

Italian for “iron road”, Via Ferrata is an assisted climbing experience along five breathtaking routes on the cliffs above Mt Norquay. Climb ladders, cross suspension bridges and marvel at the grandeur of the mountain vistas that surround you.

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The views are wild, but you’re safe and secure throughout your journey.

Led by a highly experienced ACMG-certified guide, you wear a harness that is always attached to the mountain’s steel cable pathway, securing you to the rock at all times.

So leave your worries behind, live in the moment and get set to explore!

What path will you take?

Five Amazing Routes

Explorer: 2 – 2.5 hours
Ridgewalker: 3.5 – 4 hours
Alpinist: 4 – 4.5 hours
Skyline: 4.5 – 5 hours
Summiteer: 5.5 – 6 hours

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#1 rated Banff activity
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Are you worried it will be too physically tough? Have no fear...I thought it was less tiring than a lot of the traditional hikes I did in the area. Sure, there is a height fear factor walking across the bridges and getting on/off the ladder, but I was never afraid of falling. If you are going to do a Via Ferrata, do a Via Ferrata and take the Summiteer route! Amazing, amazing, amazing!!!

CJT
Via Ferrata was a fantastic and definitely unforgettable experience! My guide, Ali, was absolutely wonderful, professional, and knowledgeable; I felt safe and comfortable the whole time. I highly recommend this! I had so much fun while enjoying the view from the top.

Liz Panis
We completed the Skyline Via Ferrata climb as part of our Banff adventure. It was without a doubt the best part of our 6-day trip. We had Eli as our guide and he made the experience amazing. We felt very safe the entire climb and were able to see some jaw-dropping views throughout our time. Highly recommended if you are visiting the area.

Whitney B
We were a threesome of 50+ ladies looking to challenge ourselves and have a great time. Ridgewalker provided all of that and more! It was such a thrilling and exhilarating experience and I guess I’m not as afraid of heights as I thought because I wasn’t one bit bothered- too busy focusing. If you are in the fence- do it- you will feel so accomplished after.

Kelly Q