Classic Wapta Traverse

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Private group trips are available, please inquire if interested.

The Course:

The Classic Wapta from Bow Lake to the Great Divide Lodge over 4 days and 3 nights. The first night will be spent at the Bow Hut in the beautiful Bow Glacier Cirque with many peaks to climb and ski. Day 2 will be spent traversing to the Balfour Hut climbing a peak or two along the way. On day 3 the crux of the traverse is tackled, up and over the Balfour High Col. If weather cooperates an attempt on Mt Balfour (3285m) will be made then on to the Scott Duncan Hut for our final night out. On day 4 one of two exit options will be skied, the scenic Bath Glacier or the Sherbrooke Lake exit.

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

If you have an exceptional experience and would like to leave a tip for your guide, 10-15% is a customary amount. You can pay with cash or contact the AAA office directly to arrange.

• Please read and review our waiver prior to booking.
• 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.