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Pursuit Attractions & Hospitality, Inc.: Q2 FY2026 earnings call

What management said about Q2 FY2026, from the documents filed with the SEC on 5 August 2026: press release. Guidance figures: 3 raised, 2 new, 3 kept. The quarter’s numbers.

Key takeaways

  • Record revenue of $133.5 million: Second quarter 2026 revenue increased 14.3% to $133.5 million from $116.7 million in Q2 2025. Growth was primarily driven by strong contributions from Tabacón acquisition and continued growth across existing geographies. Source
  • Net income nearly tripled: Net income attributable to Pursuit was $15.2 million in Q2 2026, compared to $5.6 million in Q2 2025. Adjusted net income was $14.0 million ($0.50 per share) versus $10.1 million ($0.36 per share). Source
  • Adjusted EBITDA reached $32.7 million: Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2026 was $32.7 million, up $3.0 million from $29.7 million in Q2 2025. Improvement was primarily driven by flowthrough of higher revenue from increased transaction volumes. Source
  • Same-store RevPAR grew 10 percent: On a same-store basis, RevPAR increased 10% year-over-year and effective ticket prices grew 6%, reflecting strength of Pursuit's guest experience offerings. Source
  • Acquired Eagle Wing Tours for market expansion: Pursuit acquired Eagle Wing Tours on July 14, 2026 for C$23.9 million at 6.5x Adjusted EBITDA multiple in Victoria, British Columbia. The attraction welcomes approximately 50,000 guests annually and is recognized for exceptional guest experience and marine wildlife interpretation. Source
  • Completed Flyover sale for strategic focus: Pursuit completed sale of Flyover Attractions to Brogent Technologies on July 31, 2026 for $75 million at 14.5x Flyover's 2025 Adjusted EBITDA. The divestiture sharpens focus on core iconic sightseeing attractions and destination-anchored hospitality. Source
  • Total liquidity of $160.9 million: Total liquidity at June 30, 2026 was $160.9 million, comprising $36.7 million of cash and $124.2 million of available capacity on the $300 million revolving credit facility. Source
  • Net leverage 1.5x, pro forma near 1.0x: Total debt was $250.7 million with net leverage ratio of 1.5x at June 30, below the company's 2.0x-3.5x target. Pro forma for Flyover sale and Eagle Wing acquisition, net leverage was approximately 1.0x with liquidity of $220 million. Source
  • Growth capex $70-80 million in 2026: Pursuit expects to invest $70-80 million in organic growth capex during 2026 as part of major planned investments with approximately $200 million total commitment, aligned with Vision 2030 strategy to deploy over $300 million through 2030. Source

“Tabacón is a terrific acquisition and continues to deliver stronger year-over-year results, highlighting the value of investing in experiential assets in iconic destinations. Our recent acquisition of Eagle Wing Tours further strengthens our portfolio and reflects our approach to disciplined capital deployment.”

David Barry, Pursuit president and chief executive officer

Guidance

AreaPeriodFigureAgainst last quarter
Full year revenue Sourcefiscal 2026$485 million at the mid-pointRaised from $465 million at the mid-point
Full year Adjusted EBITDA Sourcefiscal 2026$128 million to $138 millionRaised from $123 million to $133 million
Maintenance capital expenditures Sourcefiscal 2026$31 million to $36 millionKept
Growth capital expenditures Sourcefiscal 2026$70 million to $80 millionKept
Total capital expenditures Sourcefiscal 2026$103 million to $114 millionKept
Tabacón Adjusted EBITDA contribution Sourcefiscal 2026approximately $8 million to $9 millionRaised from approximately $7 million to $8 million
Eagle Wing Tours Adjusted EBITDA contribution Sourcefiscal 2026approximately $1 million to $2 millionNew
Flyover Adjusted EBITDA contribution Sourcefiscal 2026approximately $7 millionNew

What changed from last quarter

  • Guidance raised: Full year 2026 revenue guidance increased from $465 million to $485 million at the mid-point, reflecting Eagle Wing acquisition and Flyover pre-sale contributions. Source
  • Guidance raised: Full year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA guidance increased by $5 million to $128-138 million from prior $123-133 million. Source
  • New: Acquired Eagle Wing Tours for C$23.9 million on July 14, 2026, a whale watching and marine wildlife attraction in Victoria, British Columbia welcoming approximately 50,000 guests annually. Source
  • Ended: Completed sale of Flyover Attractions to Brogent Technologies Inc. on July 31, 2026 for $75 million, at approximately 14.5x Flyover's 2025 Adjusted EBITDA. Source

Second Quarter Financial Results

  • Record revenue of $133.5 million: Second quarter 2026 revenue increased 14.3% to $133.5 million from $116.7 million in Q2 2025. Growth was primarily driven by strong contributions from Tabacón acquisition and continued growth across existing geographies. Source
  • Net income nearly tripled: Net income attributable to Pursuit was $15.2 million in Q2 2026, compared to $5.6 million in Q2 2025. Adjusted net income was $14.0 million ($0.50 per share) versus $10.1 million ($0.36 per share). Source
  • Adjusted EBITDA reached $32.7 million: Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2026 was $32.7 million, up $3.0 million from $29.7 million in Q2 2025. Improvement was primarily driven by flowthrough of higher revenue from increased transaction volumes. Source
  • Same-store RevPAR grew 10 percent: On a same-store basis, RevPAR increased 10% year-over-year and effective ticket prices grew 6%, reflecting strength of Pursuit's guest experience offerings. Source

Strategic Acquisitions and Portfolio Actions

  • Acquired Eagle Wing Tours for market expansion: Pursuit acquired Eagle Wing Tours on July 14, 2026 for C$23.9 million at 6.5x Adjusted EBITDA multiple in Victoria, British Columbia. The attraction welcomes approximately 50,000 guests annually and is recognized for exceptional guest experience and marine wildlife interpretation. Source
  • Completed Flyover sale for strategic focus: Pursuit completed sale of Flyover Attractions to Brogent Technologies on July 31, 2026 for $75 million at 14.5x Flyover's 2025 Adjusted EBITDA. The divestiture sharpens focus on core iconic sightseeing attractions and destination-anchored hospitality. Source

“With strong advance bookings heading into our peak season, we are confident in our growth outlook for the balance of the year and are increasing our full year guidance to reflect incremental contributions from the Eagle Wing Tours acquisition and from Flyover prior to the recently completed sale of that business.”

David Barry, Pursuit president and chief executive officer

Balance Sheet and Liquidity Position

  • Total liquidity of $160.9 million: Total liquidity at June 30, 2026 was $160.9 million, comprising $36.7 million of cash and $124.2 million of available capacity on the $300 million revolving credit facility. Source
  • Net leverage 1.5x, pro forma near 1.0x: Total debt was $250.7 million with net leverage ratio of 1.5x at June 30, below the company's 2.0x-3.5x target. Pro forma for Flyover sale and Eagle Wing acquisition, net leverage was approximately 1.0x with liquidity of $220 million. Source
  • Repurchased $43 million year-to-date: Pursuit repurchased $7.5 million of common stock during Q2 and $43 million in aggregate year-to-date at an average price of $35.72 per share, with $57 million remaining under its $100 million authorization. Source

Organic Growth Investments and Vision 2030

  • Growth capex $70-80 million in 2026: Pursuit expects to invest $70-80 million in organic growth capex during 2026 as part of major planned investments with approximately $200 million total commitment, aligned with Vision 2030 strategy to deploy over $300 million through 2030. Source
  • Target less than 7x Adjusted EBITDA multiple: Management expects to achieve effective Adjusted EBITDA multiple of less than 7x from Vision 2030 organic growth investments by 2030, with outsized organic growth beginning in 2028. Source
  • Jasper and Banff attractions elevate experience: Major attractions growth investments include Jasper SkyTram elevating arrival-to-summit experience and Banff Gondola improving guest experience including expansion of Sky Bistro summit dining. Source
  • Hospitality projects add capacity and elevate: Tabacón adds three premium villas. St. Mary WildScapes adds 41 cabins and sauna. Forest Park Hotel Woodland Wing first phase drove 22% ADR lift. Grouse Mountain Lodge event center opens August 15. Source

Operating Performance and Weather Impacts

  • Weather dampened Q2 attraction visitation: Second quarter 2026 attraction visitation was negatively impacted by higher proportion of poor weather days compared to Q2 2025, which had near-ideal conditions. Increased lodging occupancy reflects continued strong demand for iconic location experiences. Source
  • Operating expenses increased on multiple fronts: Operating expenses grew 21.7% due to periodic remeasurement of Sky Lagoon finance lease, $3.2 million of incremental Tabacón expenses, and increases in variable costs from higher volumes including $2.1 million labor and $1.9 million supplies. Source
  • Interest expense increased 64.5 percent: Net interest expense increased to $3.2 million in Q2 2026 from $1.9 million in Q2 2025, reflecting debt taken on for acquisitions including Tabacón. Source

Coming up, as management said on 5 August 2026

  • Grouse Mountain event center opens August 15: A new 300-person event center at Grouse Mountain Lodge in Whitefish, Montana is scheduled to open August 15, 2026 to expand the property's meetings and wedding business. Source
  • Denali Backcountry Adventure relaunches in 2027: Pursuit plans to reintroduce a premium, high-margin wildlife safari experience in Denali when road access reopens in 2027. Source
  • Peak summer season with strong advance bookings: Management heads into peak summer travel season with strong advance bookings providing visibility into Q3 revenue and profitability. Source

Earlier plans management reported on

  • On track: Management reaffirmed Vision 2030 commitment with $70-80 million capex planned for 2026 and $200 million total multi-year project commitment. Source
  • On track: Management raised Tabacón contribution from $7-8 million to $8-9 million as acquisition exceeds expectations and construction of three new villas is breaking ground. Source
  • On track: Management expects newly acquired Eagle Wing Tours to contribute $1-2 million Adjusted EBITDA in the remainder of 2026. Source
  • Ahead of plan: Net leverage ratio of 1.5x is well below company's 2.0x-3.5x target range, demonstrating ahead-of-plan deleveraging. Source
  • On track: Management provided specific opening date for 300-person event center to expand meetings and wedding business. Source
  • On track: First phase of Forest Park Hotel renovation drove 22% ADR lift, with final phase completing ahead of peak summer season. Source

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