Classic Wapta Blitz 3 day Traverse

Experience the ultimate glacier adventure with our Wapta Blitz, a fast-paced three-day ski traverse across the legendary Wapta Icefields. Designed for strong intermediate to advanced ski tourers and splitboarders, this hut-to-hut journey offers expansive alpine wilderness, remote glaciers, and opportunities to summit surrounding peaks in the Canadian Rockies.

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Wapta Blitz

Three-Day Ski Traverse Across the Wapta Icefields

Program Overview

Over three days, you will travel from Bow Lake to the Great Divide Lodge, spending nights in alpine huts beneath Mt. Balfour and in the heart of the icefields. This journey blends efficient glacier travel with unforgettable ski descents, delivering an immersive experience of ski touring in a spectacular alpine setting.

Itinerary

Day 1: Bow Lake to Balfour Hut

• Meet at the Lake Louise Alpine Centre for introductions, gear check, and group packing
• Depart mid-morning for the Bow Lake trailhead
• Ski to Bow Hut for lunch before continuing across the icefield to Balfour Hut
• Overnight at Balfour Hut, tucked beneath the towering slopes of Mt. Balfour

Day 2: Balfour Glacier to Scott Duncan Hut

• Ascend the Balfour Glacier and climb over the Balfour High Col
• Weather permitting, attempt a summit of Mt. Balfour or enjoy side ski runs en route
• Continue across the icefield to Scott Duncan Hut for the night

Day 3: Final Day!

• Ski out from the Scott Duncan Hut to the Great Divide Lodge

Private group trips are available, please inquire at info@alpineairadventures.com.

Course Package

A detailed course package will be emailed 3 days prior to course commencement.

Tipping Your Guide

If you had an exceptional experience, tips for guides are always appreciated. A 10–15% gratuity is customary and can be given in cash or arranged through the AAA office.

Important Documents & Policies

• Please read and review our Waiver prior to booking.
• Please read and review our Cancellation Policy.
• Cancellation Insurance is available through the Simpson Group.
• All of our guides have undergone training and evaluation by the ACMG, meeting the established criteria of a globally acknowledged professional organization.