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Overview

Your evening begins with a pick-up from Jasper Park Lodge to embark on a daily wildlife discovery tour. Accompanied by expert guides, you'll have the opportunity to spot some of the park's most iconic wildlife. Whether big or small, Jasper is home to an array of fascinating creatures, including elk, deer, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, foxes, coyotes, wolves, and moose. As you explore the park's breathtaking landscapes, your guides will ensure you don't miss any of its incredible wildlife in their natural habitat.

After your wildlife adventure, your guides will take you to the air-supported planetarium at Jasper Park Lodge, where you'll meet resident astronomy experts for a captivating cosmic experience. The program includes a tour of the largest telescope in the Rockies, where you'll learn how to photograph the night sky, view stunning images from recent nights through the new video scope, and—weather permitting—have the opportunity to gaze at celestial wonders through the telescopes.

This small-group experience, led by local expert guides, offers a unique and intimate journey through Jasper's natural beauty. Whether you're capturing wildlife or exploring galaxies, this tour combines the best of nature and the cosmos, making it perfect for photographers, nature lovers, and stargazing enthusiasts alike.

Highlights

Wildlife Discovery Tour

Discover the locals of Jasper such as bears, moose, elk, sheep and coyotes.

Telescope & Planetarium Experience

Gaze through the powerful telescope to see planets, constellations, and recent aurora views from Jasper

Expert Local Guides

Benefit from knowledgeable Jasper-based guides who know the best spots for wildlife sightings

FAQ

What do I wear?

Please be prepared for chilly conditions.  Dressing in multiple layers and be sure to include an impermeable jacket and sturdy shoes.

WILL I SEE ANIMALS?

While the natural habitat around  Jasper is conducive to animal sightings, animal viewing is not guaranteed and depends largely on the season, the time of day, and the weather.

Do I need to be an expert photographer?

Absolutely not!  Many clients use their cell phones, so this is a good opportunity to learn more about how to operate your phone in these scenic locations.  Our guides are there to help and many clients are very happy to share their knowledge.

When are the Northern Lights visible from Jasper?

At Jasper’s latitude, we get to see some sort of aurora every 3-4 days (not factoring in for cloud cover). Such displays can last for a few minutes or a few hours (contrary to popular belief, auroras can be visible any month of the year, as long as it is dark.)

Even if an aurora isn’t easily visible to the naked eye, it may still be possible to get a photo of a green glow on the horizon.

For more, check out our Astronomy Forecast page

Will it be clear tonight?

Weather in the Jasper Rockies can change every few minutes.

Typically, in a given week, we are able to see something through our telescopes at some point in the evening roughly 6 out of 7 nights each week.

For more, check out our Astronomy Forecast page.

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Wildlife Wild Skies: Jasper Planetarium Combo

Witness stunning wildlife of Jasper and breathtaking landscapes, then journey beyond Earth with an award-winning planetarium and telescope experience in the world’s largest accessible dark sky preserve.
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Activity Level

Minimal
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Season

Summer
Summer
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Duration

5 hrs
Ages

Ages

4+

Adults

18+
127.00
plus taxes

CHildren

4-17 yrs
54.00
plus taxes
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