The 6 Best Wildlife Tours in Jasper

1.Jasper Evening Wildlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 710 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $65Our pick

Spend about three hours exploring Jasper National Park by minibus at the best part of the day for animal activity. Guides such as Catherine, Sam, Kelli, and Ross share facts about wildlife, wildfires, and conservation while seeking elk, moose, bears, mountain goats, eagles, beavers, and more. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from selected Jasper-area accommodations.

“We had a great guide. We saw lots of elks around town and several moose on the tour. Very recommended!”

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2.Jasper National Park: Evening or Morning Wildlife Watch Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 691 reviews · 3 hours · from $63Best value

Spend three hours searching Jasper National Park for elk, bears, moose, eagles, beavers, and more from a comfortable minibus. Guides including Sam, Ross, Catherine, and Kelli adjust the route to seasonal animal movements, explain the Rocky Mountain ecosystem, and may add time when wildlife is active.

“We saw a Grizzly Bear . Catherine was so informative and took so much time with us”

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3.Jasper Wildlife & Sightseeing Tour with Maligne Lake Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 603 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $176Top rated

Travel from Jasper through the Maligne Valley by comfortable minibus, stopping at Maligne Canyon and Medicine Lake before a 90-minute Maligne Lake cruise to Spirit Island. Guides such as Sam, Jake, Ross, Catherine, and Kelli share wildlife and wildfire knowledge. Wildlife sightings are possible, not promised, and Maligne Canyon access may remain closed after the 2024 fire.

“They should hope to get Ross as their guide! He was so entertaining and enthusiastic and knowledgeable! We loved his stories and his optimism about the future of the park after the fires!”

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4.Wildlife and Waterfalls Tour with Maligne Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 501 reviews · from $155

Ride a comfortable 21-seat minibus through Maligne Valley with guides such as Jake, Sam, Kelli, or Josh, stopping at Maligne Canyon and Medicine Lake before a 90-minute cruise to Spirit Island. Expect wildlife searches, mountain views, fire ecology, and a flexible itinerary if canyon repairs continue.

“Sam was an amazing guide! A wealth of animal knowledge! Amazing tour to be able to visit multiple locations in Jasper National Park without the hassle of having to drive. Boat cruise to visit spirit island had unbelievable views of Maligne lake, a must do in Jasper!”

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5.Wildlife and Waterfalls Tour with Lakeshore Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 239 reviews · from $77

Ride a small air-conditioned minibus from Jasper into Maligne Valley with an English-speaking naturalist guide such as Jake, Sam, or Kathryn. Look for elk, moose, bears, eagles, and marmots, then walk 2 to 3 kilometers beside Maligne Lake. Maligne Canyon may be replaced by Maligne Lookout because of wildfire repairs.

“Jake has been an excellent guide, truly enthusiastic about his territory and available to share interesting stories about the place and local wildlife! Truly recommended!”

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6.Jasper Wildlife and Sightseeing Tour with Maligne Lake Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 216 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $81

Travel 45 kilometers through Jasper National Park by comfortable minibus, stopping at Maligne Canyon Overlook, Medicine Lake, and Maligne Lake. Guides such as Sam, Catherine, Josh, and Jake explain wildlife, geology, local history, and the effects of the 2024 wildfire. The easy 2 to 3 kilometer lakeshore hike ends with time for lunch before returning to Jasper.

“Really great trip to Lake Maligne! Katherine (sorry for the inevitable misspelling) was uber friendly and helpful to the whole group. We were able to see tons of animals enroute which was awesome!”

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