Canada · WILDLIFE & BEAR VIEWING IN JASPER
Good wildlife & bear viewing in Jasper fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 8 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Spend three evening hours exploring Jasper National Park by minibus with guides such as Catherine, Sam, Kelli, or Ross. Expect live wildlife commentary, mountain views, photo stops, and a real chance to see elk, moose, eagles, goats, marmots, or bears, though no sighting is guaranteed.
“We had a great guide. We saw lots of elks around town and several moose on the tour. Very recommended!”
Ride a small, air-conditioned minibus through Jasper National Park at the best wildlife-watching times of day. Guides such as Sam, Ross, Catherine, Kelli, and Josh combine sharp eyes with stories about animals, forests, fires, and park protection. Choose a morning or evening departure.
“Fantastic time with Jake our guide on our evening wildlife tour. He really made it an interesting trip and we saw lots of wildlife. The beaver swimming and the bear and her cubs were definitely my favourite. Jake had lots of knowledge he shared with us and the tour was certainly the highlight of our holiday. Thanks to Jake for all his effort to find us lots of wildlife on our tour. Would highly recommend.”
Travel from Jasper through Maligne Valley by minibus, stopping at Maligne Canyon and Medicine Lake before a 90-minute cruise on Maligne Lake. Guides such as Sam, Jake, Catherine, and Ross add useful insight on wildlife, geology, First Nations traditions, and the 2024 wildfire.
“Tour guide Jake was very knowledgeable and accommodating went out of his way to locate wildlife and describe activity patterns of the animals. Great sense of humor!”
Ride a small minibus through Maligne Valley, stop at Maligne Canyon and Medicine Lake, then cruise 90 minutes across Maligne Lake to Spirit Island. Guides such as Sam, Jake, Josh, and Kelli explain wildlife, geology, and the 2024 wildfire. The canyon stop may be replaced if repairs continue.
“liked most: the guide, gave a lot of information, turned around to see wildlife. He was one of the best ever!!!”
Ride a comfortable minibus through Maligne Valley with guides such as Jake, Sam, and Kathryn. Stop at Maligne Canyon or an alternate lookout, hear why Medicine Lake disappears, and take an easy 2 to 3 kilometer guided walk beside Maligne Lake.
“This tour excellent, our guide Kelly was extremely knowledgeable and very pleasant, she made the tour very enjoyable.”
Ride from Jasper through Maligne Valley with guides such as Sam, Catherine, Josh, and Jake. Stop at Maligne Canyon Overlook and Medicine Lake, watch for moose, bears, elk, and eagles, then walk 2 to 3 kilometers beside Maligne Lake. The 2024 wildfire has closed the waterfalls.
“Ross was a terrific tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and helpful. Answered all sorts of questions from guests. Stopped so we could photograph animals along the way.”
Spend about six hours touring Maligne Valley from Jasper with an English-speaking guide such as Fred, John, or Kevin. See Medicine Lake, watch for elk, moose, bears, and eagles, then cruise Maligne Lake to Spirit Island, the valley’s signature view.
“Our family had such a beautiful day and we are so thankful to our guides Fred, Emily & Emily! This activity is worth every single penny! The views are spectacular, and you may never get the access that you do without this. Our guides were so kind, knowledgeable, and approachable… they really work with the people attending the activity, answering questions and laughing with everyone! One of our family members is from Belgium and said she appreciated the volume and pace that each guide spoke at because she was able to follow fully! From the transportation, to pick up at our hotel, to a full day of absolutely magnificent sites…”
Spend 210 minutes exploring Jasper National Park by warm sightseeing vehicle, with hotel pickup, a local English-speaking guide, and stops for winter views and wildlife. Guides such as Yvonne and Jeff are praised for their local stories, but animal sightings, including moose and bears, are never guaranteed.
“Great guide, beautiful views, good trip, just didn’t see any bears - not his fault.”
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