Classic Wapta Traverse OR Wapta Blitz Traverse

Not sure which program is best for you? Take a look at our Course Progression Map.

Wapta Blitz Traverse 

Dates:

11th - 13th March 2023

April Private group trips available, please inquire if interested.

The Course:

The Wapta Blitz is a 3 day get er done style Wapta Traverse, for the get er done riders out there. The first night will be spent at the Balfour hut which is tucked underneath the monarch of the ice fields Mt Balfour, traveling up to Bow hut for lunch and onwards. The second day you will traverse to the Scott Duncan hut and along the way, weather permitting, an attempt on Balfour will be made. Day three will be spent skiing back to the road. This style of trip is well suited for intermediate-strong back country skiers and riders who have some touring experience.

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

If you are unsure if the Wapta Blitz Traverse is for you please feel free to contact the AAA office at [email protected].

Classic Wapta Traverse

Dates:

11th - 14th March 2023

April Private group trips 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 are unsure if the Classic Wapta is for you please feel free to contact the AAA office at [email protected]

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

*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.