Backcountry Ski Touring & Ski Mountaineering in Western Canada

Guided Ski Traverses in Banff & Yoho National Park, in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. On the border between Alberta & British Columbia, Canada

Wapta Ski Traverse

Banff National Park / Alberta /  Canadian Rockies
  • 5-day hut-to-hut ski traverse along the glaciated divide of the Canadian Rockies in Banff National Park, north of Lake Louise
  • North America’s best hut traverse
  • Alpine skiing with relatively easy ski terrain and summit ascents en route
  • Reliable snow conditions until the end of May
  • Good fitness, previous ski touring experience, ability to carry an overnight pack with lightweight food & sleeping bag for 5 days required

Bow-Yoho Ski Traverse

Banff  & Yoho National Parks / Alberta & British Columbia /  Canadian Rockies
  • 6-day hut-to-hut ski traverse along the glaciated divide of the Canadian Rockies in Banff and Yoho National Parks, north of Lake Louise
  • One of North America’s best hut traverse
  • Alpine skiing with relatively easy ski terrain and summit ascents en route
  • Reliable snow conditions until the end of May
  • Good fitness, previous ski touring experience, ability to carry an overnight pack with lightweight food & sleeping bag for 6 days required

Wilderness Ski Traverses

Bugaboos, Rogers Pass, Selkirks, Monashees & Rockies / Alberta & British Columbia
  • Backcountry ski traverses through the remote wilderness of the Canadian Rockies, the Selkirks or the Monashee Ranges
  • Bugaboos to Rogers Pass, Rogers Pass to Mica Creek, Southern Monashees Traverse and many more
  • These ultimate backcountry ski touring adventures are suitable for seasoned skiers with extensive ski touring experience, who enjoy winter camping and do not mind carrying a large backpack
  • Some itineraries require helicopter access.