About this experience
Enjoy Jasper's most accessible alpine summit with a roundtrip SkyTram ticket. Take in panoramic views of the mountain ranges, glacier-fed rivers, and Jasper on a 7.5-minute ride up Whistlers Mountain.
Cancellation policy
This activity is non-refundable
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Experience description:
Admire the Canadian landscape from a mountaintop by riding the Jasper SkyTram up Whistlers Mountain. Learn about local history and wildlife from a guide as take in panoramic views of Jasper, endless mountains, and stunning lakes. Try snowshoeing in the early season or hiking to the summit.
Travel 4 miles (7 kilometers) southwest of Jasper to the end of Whistlers Road to arrive at Jasper SkyTram. Time your visit for an early morning or evening flight to avoid crowds and take advantage of the best light for photos.
After you exchange your voucher at the reservations window for a ticket, climb aboard the enclosed tram car for a 7.5-minute ride to the upper station. Your tram ride will ascend to an elevation of 7,425 feet (2,263 meters).
A guide will accompany you on your trip, sharing insights about the area, history, and wealth of wildlife. Once at the top, take a stroll on the accessible boardwalk for breathtaking views of Jasper National Park, the town of Jasper, turquoise-colored lakes, mountain ranges, and the Athabasca River Valley.
Try hiking Whistlers Summit Trail to reach the top of Whistlers Mountain at 8,081 feet (2,463 meters) for a 360° view of six mountain ranges, including Mount Robson on a clear day, which is the highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies.
Before you leave for your trip down the mountain, enjoy a coffee or a meal at the top of the Canadian Rockies in the Summit Cafe. Visit the gift shops at the upper or lower stations to purchase a souvenir that will always remind you of this memorable trip.
Includes:
Round trip on Jasper SkyTram
Onboard guide shares stories & highlights sights
Free Parking (Subject to Availability)
GST (Goods and Services Tax) and DMF (Destination Marketing Fee)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions or Hotel pickup/drop-off
Food and Beverages
Table Reservations at Summit Cafe
Jasper National Park Pass - Visit the official Tourism Jasper page to purchase directly.
Additional information:
Children under 6 years are complimentary however they will still require a ticket to board, and must be accompanied by a paid adult on the tram ride. Please pick up their complimentary tickets at the base ticket booth.
Perfect time to visit is in the morning or evening, which provides the best light for photography and there are typically fewer visitors during these hours.
Operates in all weather conditions. Carry water, sunscreen and dress in layers to stay warm. The upper station can be 12° C cooler than Jasper townsite
Reserve your flight times, up and down, after you complete your booking by following the contact instructions on your ticket. Guests with unreserved flight times will be allocated space in the next available tram cabin upon arrival at the stations.
Summit Café table reservations are recommended but not required. To book, please copy and paste the following link into your browser: https://www.opentable.ca/r/summit-cafe-at-jasper-skytram-jasper
