About this experience
Adventure Details
Treat yourself to the thrill of a rock climbing adventure without all the training to get there. This amazing Via Ferrata climbing route gives intermediate hikers access to a rock climbing experience. Scale a 500 foot cliff with safety and enjoyment, then hike to the valley bottom.
All technical equipment included (Via Ferrata Lanyard, harnesses, helmet).
Wear hiking clothing and layers (what you would wear to be outside all day).
Please arrive with lunch, water, a full tank of gas, and be ready to adventure!
What is Via Ferrata?
Via Ferrata is Italian for ‘Iron Road’. It is a route up a mountain using pre-installed ladder rungs and cables. Climbers attached to the cable using specially designed Via Ferrata Lanyards. Via Ferrata increases the accessiblity to the higher more vertical worlds that are normally only accessible to climbers.
At a Glance
Experience: No experience required
Duration: 4 hours
Location: Nordegg, & Lake Abraham, Alberta (just 2 hours north of Banff, Alberta)
Offered: Daily from April 15 – October 15
Departure: 8 am / 1 pm
Ages: 12 & up (Minors accompanied by adult)
Fitness Level: Reasonable fitness (ability to climb a ladder, go for a short run or hike)
Group Size: 1 to 20
Please message for availability.