Jasper Marmot Basin - OPEN NOVEMBER 15 2008!

Jasper Marmot Basin ski area is open today, Saturday, November 15th!

This is the earliest opening date ever for Jasper Marmot Basin.

The "Eagle Express" high speed quad chairlift is operating and one intermediate run, "Tranquilizer", will open today with more runs in the lower area expected to open the following weekend. "Tranquilizer" is the most popular intermediate run in the lower portion of the mountain and has a vertical drop of almost 1,000 feet.

Marmot has received 60 cm of natural snowfall on the mountain so far this season. Lift ticket rates for opening weekend are reduced by 50% to $33.31 plus GST for adults, $26.67 plus GST for youth, students and seniors and $11.91 + GST for children 12 and under.

Coming 2009 – 2010 Season:

Longest High-speed Quad detachable chairlift in the Alberta Rockies!

The new chairlift being installed at Marmot Basin will be the largest and most significant ski area development in Alberta for 2009-2010 and will be the longest, high speed quad detachable chairlift in the Alberta Canadian Rockies. The chairlift will completely change the face of Marmot Basin providing a breathtaking improvement to the overall skier experience. The new lift is 2.3 km long and whisks skiers and riders up to 2,000 vertical feet in only 7.5 minutes. Lift lines will virtually be eliminated, meaning less waiting and more slope time.

Ski Holidays Canada has information on Jasper Marmot Basin.  Book your ski holiday in Canada now!

Jasper Dog Sled Tours

Make the most of your Ski Holiday in Jasper with a Jasper Dog Sled Tour!

This tour begins with a 1.25 hour journey along the historic Yellowhead highway to the Small River rest area west of Valemount, BC. Your experienced guide will teach you how to use the sled and work with the dogs.

You will then have the opportunity to drive your own team of sled dogs past snow-covered trees, waterfalls, open meadows and abundant wildlife. For those not wanting to drive, simply snuggle in the sled and soak up the incredible scenery. Enjoy a native-style campfire lunch alongside a mountain stream!

The Jasper Dog Sled Tour includes a native-style campfire lunch and hotel pick up and drop off. The tours depart from Jasper daily in the morning and afternoon. Leave about 5 to 6 hours for a round trip. The price is CDN$215 for an adult and CDN$145 for a child aged 5 to 12 years.

Bookings can be made through the Ski Holiday company, rocky-peak Ski Holidays.

Banff Winter Tours

Trying to think of what else to do besides skiing or boarding on your Ski Holiday in Banff, Canada? There are many Banff Tours to choose from. Visit the Banff Tours web page or check out the list below. You can click on any of the links for more information.

Banff gondola - Ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain to experience a bird's eye view of six mountain ranges.

Cross Country Skiing - With many backcountry trails to choose from and the Canmore Nordic Center just 20 minutes drive, you are spoilt for choice!

Banff Dog sled tours - Let the dogs show you a good time - they love what they do!

Banff Helicopter scenic flights - See the Canadian Rockies from a great height - plenty of photo opportunities!

Banff Heli skiing & Heli boarding - This is truly a once in a lifetime experience, one you will never forget!

Banff Ice Hockey Tours - One of the most popular winter tours. You don't have to be a sports fan to enjoy a NHL Ice hockey game!

Banff Ice walks - If you can walk, you can ice walk!

Jasper Experience Tour from Banff - An incredibly priced overnight tour package along the Icefields Parkway to stay at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge and ski or ice walk the next day.

Kicking Horse Ski Resort day bus - O.K., O.K., so I said there is more to do than just ski, but if you do ski or board, Canada's newest ski resort, Kicking Horse Ski Resort, is a must!


Lake Louise & icefields - Discover the spectacular Icefields Parkway - one of the most spectacular highways in the world!


Shopping - We can get you to Calgary so you can shop your socks off! Can be combined with Banff Ice Hockey Tour.

Banff Snowmobiling - Wizz through the winter woodlands at great speed, or just plod on at your own pace - a great way to see the backcountry.

Banff Snowshoeing Tours - Snowshoes sure make it easier for you to walk in the snow. These guided tours take you to the best areas!

Banff winter wildlife tour - Not all the wildlife hibernate in the winter time. Plenty of animals are still awake and you can learn about the area at the same time!

I hope I provided enough Banff Tours for you to choose from. If you still can't find what you are looking for, just contact the tour experts rocky-peak Ski Holidays.