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Maligne Lake 90-Minute Boat Cruise to Spirit Island in Jasper
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Maligne Lake 90-Minute Boat Cruise to Spirit Island in Jasper

by Banff Jasper Collection By Pursuit

2 hours
Jasper
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2 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Cancellation terms shown at checkout.
C$209.97C$233.30Save 10%
2 adults × C$104.99
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This boat tour departs from Maligne Lake Boathouse and Chalet in Jasper and lasts about 90 minutes. The fully narrated cruise moves across Maligne Lake, with views of glaciers and mountain peaks around Jasper National Park. Boats leave roughly on the hour and tickets are valid for any trip on the chosen day. The boats are glass enclosed and heated to keep passengers warm during the journey. The cruise stops at Spirit Island near the center of the lake for about 15 minutes. This island is only accessible by boat and is surrounded by jagged, snow-covered mountains and dense forest. Wildlife such as eagles, bears, and deer can often be seen along the shoreline. Passengers have the opportunity to take photographs of the natural setting, although the alpine scenery is difficult to fully capture in images. At the end of the cruise, the boat returns to the Maligne Lake dock. Nearby, the lodge and chalet offer warm drinks and food for purchase. No public washrooms are available on the boat during the cruise.

Highlights

90-minute boat cruise on Maligne Lake
Narrated tour of lake history and ecology
Stop at Spirit Island for 15 minutes
Glass-enclosed and heated boats
Wildlife sightings near Spirit Island
Tickets valid for any trip on selected day

What's included

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Boat tour of Maligne Lake and Spirit Island

What's not included

Food and drink available to purchase
Gratuities
Transportation to and from attractions
No public washrooms on the boat during the cruise
Infant tickets required but free for this attraction

Itinerary

1

Maligne Lake

The 90-minute cruise begins at the Maligne Lake Boathouse and Chalet. Boats depart approximately on the hour and tickets are valid for any departure on the selected day. After boarding, the fully narrated tour covers the area's history and ecology. The glass-enclosed, heated boats keep passengers warm while offering views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers.

90 min

2

Spirit Island

Spirit Island is reachable only by boat near the lake's center and the cruise stops here for 15 minutes. The lake is surrounded by jagged, snow-covered peaks and ancient forest. Wildlife such as eagles, bears, and deer often appear along the shoreline. Passengers can try to photograph the alpine scenery, though no photo can fully represent the views seen during the approximately 90-minute cruise.

15 min

Meeting point

Maligne is an hour from Jasper, please plan accordingly. There are three free parking areas and then please walk to Maligne ticket office at least 15 minutes prior to departure. If you miss tour time, we may not be able to accommodate a tour on the same day; no refunds for a missed cruise time.

End point

Maligne is an hour from Jasper, please plan accordingly. There are three free parking areas and then please walk to Maligne ticket office at least 15 minutes prior to departure. If you miss tour time, we may not be able to accommodate a tour on the same day; no refunds for a missed cruise time.

Languages

English (guide)English (written)

Cancellation policy

  • All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Service animals are welcome
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The cruise operates only in favorable weather; cancellations offer an alternative date
Opening and closing dates depend on weather conditions
Infants ride free but require a ticket for this attraction
Total
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