Active Canadian Rockies Adventure - 8 Days

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Who is this trip for

Genders

  • Female50%
  • Male50%

Average age

38
12 Min100 Max

Start / End

  • Calgary
  • Calgary

Physical rating

4/5

Group size

1 - 12

Meals included

18

Highlights

  • Visit Waterton National Park
  • Hike Bertha Lake trail and visit Red Rock Canyon
  • Hike the short but sweet Ptarmigan Cirque trail
  • Get those hearts pumping on the Burstall Pass trail
  • Visit stunning Banff National Park
  • Embark on a scenic rafting trip down the Bow River
  • Check out the amazing views along the Iceline trail in Yoho National Park

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Summary

Camp out under the stars in the Canadian Rockies on this eight-day tour. Lace up those boots and hike through stretches of old-growth forests, wander past pristine alpine lakes, and catch your breath at the top of mountains as you take in the stunning view below and smell the fresh mountain air. From hikes along the Crypt Lake trail to the magnificent Iceline trail in Yoho National Park, the great outdoors of Canada is the perfect playground for your next big adventure.

Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Calgary/Waterton Lakes

    Enjoy a morning welcome meeting with your CEO in Calgary before making the trip to Waterton National Park. Have a picnic lunch outside upon arrival to fuel up before setting out to hike the Bertha Lake trail. The switchbacks are tough, but the view of the valley below from the blue-green waters of Lake Bertha are well worth the climb. Visit Red Rock Canyon afterwards for a short walk into this geological phenomenon before setting up camp in the evening to chow down on dinner around the fire.

  • Day 2

    Waterton Lakes

    Wake up to the smell of pine, emerge from the tent, and have breakfast at camp. Get ready for a full day of hiking, lace up those boots, bring plenty of water and hit the trail. The group will be hiking either the Crypt Lake or Carthew summit trail, please note that there won't be enough time for both. You'll indulge in a picnic lunch halfway through and enjoy highlights like, roaring waterfalls, panoramic views, alpine bowls, and a 60ft tunnel through a mountain.

  • Day 3

    Waterton Lakes/Kananaskis

    Enjoy a breakfast at camp before hopping into our private vehicle en route to Kananaskis. Nothing breaks up a road journey like snacks so we stop in Longview for some famous jerky to stock up. Fuel up with a picnic lunch before starting off on the first and only hike of today along the Ptarmigan Cirque trail. This steep trail offers spanning views of the surrounding mountains from an alpine meadow and also happens to be the highest paved pass in Canada. After finishing the hike, we head to our campsite, set up our tents, and have dinner together by the campfire.

  • Day 4

    Kananaskis

    In the morning after breakfast at camp the group will head straight to the trailhead of Burstall Pass. Spend the entire day hiking this route with a picnic lunch about halfway through to get some more energy for the hike back down. The views along the pass are magnificent and offer plenty of opportunities for more adventurous rock scrambling and climbing. Back at camp in the evening share dinner as a group around the campfire.

  • Day 5

    Kananaskis/Lake Louise

    After another morning outdoors enjoying a breakfast at camp the group will travel to Lake Louise. It’s a day jam packed with activities that will get you out into the beautiful scenery of Lake Louise. In the morning you will drive from Kananaskis to Canmore. You have a raft tour (The Townie) on the Bow River in Canmore. Before the raft tour you can enjoy and visit Canmore. You can opt to have a picnic lunch in the town, and then embark on a scenic raft ride down the Bow River. Drive to camp in the evening.

  • Day 6

    Lake Louise

    In the morning the group will leave Lake Louise and travel to Yoho National Park to hike the Iceline Trail there. It’s one of the best hikes in the park featuring unbeatable views of glacier peaks, rugged alpine landscapes, and cascading waterfalls. Eat a picnic lunch overlooking this beautiful landscape and then travel back to Lake Louise where you can spend some time in town before heading back to camp for dinner as a group.

  • Day 7

    Lake Louise

    In the morning set out on a hike up Mount Fairview. After, travel to Banff. Once here it’s an afternoon of freedom to enjoy any activity that catches your eye. There are canoe rentals, bike rentals, scenic raft tours, the Banff gondola, and of course exploring on your own two feet with another hike. But if hiking feels too daunting, know that you can spend your time as you choose in the majesty of this national park and still feel connected to the space.

  • Day 8

    Lake Louise/Calgary

    Transfer from Lake Louise to Calgary. Tour ends on arrival into Calgary.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Participation camping (7 nts).

  • Meals

    Breakfasts: 7, Lunches: 6, Dinners: 5

    Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.

    Vegetarian options available

  • Local Guide

    Guided

    This adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.

  • Wifi

    Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.

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Customer reviews & ratings

(4.7 out of 5)
Based on 74 reviews
  • It met my expectations and more. The mountain scenery was incredible. If I felt that it was a right fit for someone, I would highly recommend G Adventures.

    Peg Sep, 2024 Verified
  • This was the trip of a lifetime for me. The only negative is that it wasn?t longer. CEO Max is the best guide I?ve had on a small group tour. His enthusiasm and clear love of his job was contagious and created such a brilliant environment in the group we were all devastated to leave. The hikes and sightseeing exceeded all my expectations. Come prepared for all weather and lots of hiking and adventures. Not a single negative thing to say about my experience. Awesome guide and very well organised

    Charlotte Sep, 2024 Verified

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