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CANADA’S ALBERTA

Outdoor Activities

Discover new thrills

Alberta’s Wild Skies

Find the northern lights

Indigenous Experiences

Celebrate rich cultures
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Adventure awaits in Alberta

Learn how to arrive by air, car or bus.

Getting here

    Alberta’s Regions

    Adventure calls in every corner of Alberta, but only you can choose your path.

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    Canadian Badlands

    Transport yourself to a world where dinosaurs once roamed.

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    Canadian Rockies

    Summit spectacular mountains, see local wildlife and seek endless adventures.

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    Southern Rockies

    Take mountain treks and uncover one of Canada’s best-kept alpine secrets.

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    Central Prairies

    Journey through small towns, ranches and farms full of big smiles.

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    Foothills

    Wind your way through breathtaking landscapes at the foot of the Rockies.

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    Historic Plains

    Wander where the spaces and skies span as far as the eye can see.

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    Explore all of Alberta’s regions
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    Alberta is known for epic snow days. Free your inner wild child in fresh powder under bluebird skies.

    Explore all skiing & snowboarding experiences

    Uniquely Albertan Experiences

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    World-class skiing

    We celebrate the snow and the unparalleled ski season it ushers in every winter. Experience some of the world’s best resorts and embrace the skier-snowboarder lifestyle in our charming mountain towns.

    Northern wild

    Encounter a diverse and distinctive family of flora and fauna. Between adventures through coniferous greens and alpine wildflowers, you may catch sight of moose, mountain goats or even grizzly bears.

    Western culture

    The spirit of the pioneers, ranchers and trailblazers that came before us is still alive today. Take a horseback ride through the mountains, have a drink in an old saloon or book a ranch stay for the full effect.

    Frozen wonders

    There are endless winter marvels to discover in Alberta—see the intricate bubble patterns under a frozen Abraham Lake, the glacier-formed valleys of the Columbia Icefield or the icy canyons in Jasper National Park.

    Fuel your Wild Side in relaxed pubs or elevated mountain-top eateries.

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      Northern Lights & Starry Skies

      As part of the great north, Alberta experiences long winter nights ideal for chasing the aurora borealis, picking out constellations and viewing the Milky Way Galaxy.

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      There’s magic where the snow meets the sky.

        Cities & Towns

        Journey between diverse urban centres and charming mountain villages.

        Did You Know?

        Edmonton, Alberta’s capital, is known as Canada’s Festival City with over 50 festivals year-round.

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        Calgary

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        Edmonton

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        Banff & Lake Louise

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        Canmore & Kananaskis

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        Jasper

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        Drumheller

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        Explore all of Alberta’s cities & towns
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        Warm, relaxing evenings are the best way to top off a day of exploring Canada’s Alberta—with a Western spin, of course.

        Roadtrips & Itineraries

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        7 Days

        Canadian Rockies Winter Wonderland

        Escape to a winter wonderland in the Rocky Mountains. Start your journey in Calgary and discover iconic Alberta locations with a snow-covered twist.

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        Alberta Ski Itinerary

        Alberta is home to some of the best skiing in the world, and the resorts in the Canadian Rockies are a must-visit for any skier or snowboarder. 

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        6 Days

        Winter Skies of Jasper 

        Jasper is the second largest Dark Sky Preserve in the world. Winter, with its crisp, cool nights, is an ideal time to take in the beauty of the night skies.

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