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Jasper

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to one of the planet ’ s largest dark sky preserves , Jasper is an intimate community in the middle of some of the most gorgeous protected wilderness in the world .
Maligne Lake , Jasper
Maligne Lake – at 22 kilometres long , the majestic Maligne Lake is the secondlargest glacier-fed lake in the world . While its azure-blue waters can be cold for swimming , there are plenty of other activities to do in the Maligne Valley such as hiking , biking , fishing , canoeing , kayaking and boat tours to Spirit Island .
Dark Sky Preserve – in 2011 , the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada designated Jasper National Park as a dark sky preserve , an area where almost no artificial lighting is visible at night . Enjoy the tranquility and awe of looking up into the night sky filled with countless stars .
Jasper SkyTram – after boarding the longest and highest guided aerial tramway in Canada , prepare to be amazed by unparalleled views of Jasper National Park , all from a comfortable and safe compartment 2,277 metres above the ground . On a clear day , you can even see the white pyramid of Mount Robson in nearby British Columbia . Along the way , your fully trained and knowledgeable flight attendant will be on hand to point out the many sights and answer your questions .
Marmot Basin – Jasper ’ s ski resort is known for its spectacular views , varied runs and laid-back atmosphere . Marmot lays claim to the highest base elevation of all Canadian ski areas . Ski or snowboard 1,675 acres , 86 runs and 3,000 vertical feet of diverse terrain .
Mount Edith Cavell – a mountain located in the Athabasca River and Astoria River valleys of Jasper National Park , Canada , and the most prominent peak entirely within Alberta . A close-up view of the north face of Mt . Edith Cavell is visible after a short hike to Cavell Meadows .
3 Day Jasper Winter Getaway
Enjoy the best of winter in Jasper National Park on this three-day winter getaway . Ski , relax , explore and discover this beautiful Canadian Rockies town .
Highlights ( included ):
• Marmot Basin lift ticket
• Spa treatment at Mountain Wellness Day Spa
• Maligne Canyon icewalk and snowshoe tour
• Dog sledding
• Ice skating at Pyramid Lake Resort
• Jasper Planetarium and stargazing
Day 1 : Arrive Jasper Day 2 : Jasper activities Day 3 : Package ends
Package includes : 3 nights of accommodation , sightseeing and attractions as listed above .
Please refer to pricing insert for dates and prices .
Jasper SkyTram
If you ’ re eager to gain a new perspective of Jasper National Park , consider Jasper SkyTram – a must see ! The longest and highest guided aerial tramway in Canada offers the best views of Canada ’ s largest Rocky Mountain National Park and is located a convenient eight kilometres from the Jasper town site .
Start your adventure with a booked flight time ; tramcars depart every nine minutes from the lower station . Once aboard , you ’ ll quickly gain over 1,000 metres in elevation in just seven minutes , arriving at the upper station , which sits a spectacular 2,263 metres above sea level . Beyond the observation deck , be awe-inspired by the panoramic outlook . Enjoy views across six mountain ranges , glacial-fed turquoise lakes and opaque river waters which have carved their way through the Athabasca Valley over thousands of years . Take advantage of the 1.2-kilometre trail to Whistlers Summit and be rewarded with an unobstructed 360-degree outlook across Jasper National Park from 2,470 metres above sea level . Have your camera on hand to capture the endless views and watch for wildlife existing in their natural habitat !
After exploring , enjoy a unique alpine dining experience at the Summit Restaurant . Featuring a 260-degree panoramic view , this casual , fully-licensed mountaintop restaurant is welcoming , relaxed and the perfect complement to your adventure atop the Jasper SkyTram .
From $ 45
From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’. Prices do not include applicable taxes . www . andersonvacations . ca