Spirit Island
Spirit Island
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Ute O
6 contributions
Aug 2022
This place is really magic. If you happen to come here, take a deep breath and acknowledge how beautiful this place is and you will certainly understand why this place is sacred to so many people. We took the tour with Captain Steph and Sam who both let us get an insight into the life and wildlife at Maligne Lake and their own love of them. Thank you for answering all the questions.
Ish-nee-ish.
Ish-nee-ish.
Written September 18, 2022
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LivingwithLove
Brampton, Canada27 contributions
Jul 2021
Highly recommend the ferry to this island, offered by Pursuit. Tour guide and captain (Lauren and Steph) were very knowledgeable on the surrounding areas (mountain peaks, wildlife, forestry) and on Indigenous communities. Take the time to learn the history of indigenous peoples and the land you live on! Spirit Island is called Sacred Place by these communities. Be respectful. :)
Written August 16, 2021
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marlsgreggs
Charlottetown, Canada138 contributions
Aug 2022
the history is amazing, learning about the people who cherish this Island and having such a deep connection with it. One thing I took away from the info I learned on this trip was the saying "Home is wherever the sun shines on you". Absolutely beautiful and still think about it to this day. A must see for sure.
Written March 29, 2023
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NARELLE S
Queensland, Australia71 contributions
Aug 2023
We did the Maligne Lake and Spirit Island boat cruise. The scenery is so beautiful it looks exactly like the postcards. The journey to and from Spirit Island is made even better by the commentary by Connor and the expertise of the Captain Brooke. Would do this cruise again
Written August 28, 2023
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Marlynn P
35 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Our 9:15 AM trip was cancelled due to fog but the ticket office was very nice and helpful. Our trip by captain Sara and tour guide Emma were great with right amount of information and good nature fun. The scenery is spectacular especially around Spirit peninsula. We could have stay a bit longer than 15 mins off the boat. Overall a can’t miss for visit to Jasper.
Written October 1, 2022
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JDP
Alberta, Canada2 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
Stunning views and so much history. Highly recommend this quick little tour. Guides were knowledgeable and personable. Boat is comfy. We went on a very hot day but we’re not uncomfortable at all. There is a nice breeze as the boat travels to the island. Lots of info from the guides and the kids even listened intently. Time allotted for island look around was perfect for photo taking and to check things out.
Written July 14, 2021
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Bruce C
Mill Valley, CA8 contributions
Aug 2021
Spirit Island is not an attraction. It's simply the place the tour boat turns around. We had poor visibility the day we went which made the boat ride seem long. But the stop was just a short little loop to walk on shore with nothing interesting to see. Highly overrated excursion. Save you money.
Written August 18, 2021
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Gail U
Toronto, Canada169 contributions
Aug 2020
Don't miss seeing this beautiful historic site if you have the chance and especially if it's a nice day. Short boat ride from Maligne Lake. Beautiful scenery along the way and stunning result to see this special spot.
Written August 25, 2020
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Wendy R
Calgary, Canada168 contributions
Jul 2020
If you want to canoe here its a long way, or take the tour. As a senior I loved the tour boat. Jordan and Kait were helpful and answered our questions. Iconic Canadian View. A Must See.
Written July 9, 2020
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Brenda L
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Jun 2023 • Family
We road on the Mary Shauffer boat with Becca and Jordan R. These two were amazing at their job. They were so kind and funny. Also very knowledgeable about the history of the area. They went above and beyond with every one on the boat. My three grandchild even got to help drive the boat. A memory they will never forget. I highly recommend this tour. Thank you again to Becca the captain and Jordan as our tour guide. You guys are awesome!
Written June 13, 2023
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Did you book a trip from Jasper or just catch the boat to spirit island locally?
Written November 19, 2022
Booked the trip prior to leaving the UK through Tripadvisor
Written November 20, 2022
Bonjour, J'aimerais savoir combien de temps à l'avance faut il réserver pour la croisière de 90 minutes pour aller à Spirit Island?
Merci Cathy Leclerc
Written December 11, 2021
Danielle G
8 contributions
When is the best time to view Spirit Island to get THE BEST LIGHTING?? I want the sunlight to be behind me (like when facing east) or above, not blinding in my shot as I view the island. When most images are taken from land looking out to the island, which way are you looking? East? West? South?
Written June 7, 2018
actually the best time to go to the island is on the would be the photographer too. this is the last boat of the day, the light is on your west side highlighting the island. this tour is better for serious pics but more expensive since the tour is about 2 and a half hours in length with the bulk at Spirit Island. they include a photographer on it to assist in finding the iconic spots we all know and love and if something along the tour, animal watering for example is spotted, they will bring you as close as possible to it. that is something you do not get on other boat tours
Written August 1, 2018
Pour voir la Spirit Island puis je m'y rendre par une randonnée pédestre ou je dois obligatoirement prendre le bateau?
Si cela se fait par une randonnée pédestre est-ce une randonnée pour expert ou une randonnée modérée
Merci
Written August 1, 2017
Pour voir la Spirit Island puis je m'y rendre par une randonnée pédestre ou je dois obligatoirement prendre le bateau?
Si cela se fait par une randonnée pédestre est-ce une randonnée pour expert ou une randonnée modérée
Merci
Written August 1, 2017
Hi. How long did the cruise take in total. Maligne lake is on the other side of the mountains . What other attractions did you do that day?? Trying to organize the trip geographically the best I can. thanks!!
Written July 28, 2016
the general tour is approximately 90 minutes in length. you can book a "through the lens" photography tour, and have approximately an hour at the island to shoot, if something is seen, wildlife or other special request, they do accomodate very willingly
Written September 17, 2017
It was beautiful. But my partner and I are at odds about the price tag on the solar bathroom next to the island.
Written July 22, 2016
in order to keep the area pristine and not polluted by man, you need to go to a different limit
Written September 17, 2017
Malaya F
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
I will be visiting Lake Louise in mid-May with a friend. Seeing Spirit Island and Maligne Lake has been a dream of mine for several years, and I wanted to know if it would be possible to do the boat tour. I saw above that tours are not available until May 21, which, unfortunately is after we arrive. We were thinking of driving Lake Louise to Jasper on May 18 (starting early), spending one night, and then heading out the next day. Could you advise on whether seeing Maligne Lake is a possibility? Thank you very much.
Written April 21, 2016
The cruises end several days in October before we will arrive. Is there another way to photograph spirit island other than the boat ?
Written August 20, 2015
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