Active Canadian Rockies Adventure

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Carbon neutral

8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

12 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Challenging

Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

Starts

Calgary, Canada

Ends

Calgary, Canada

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

Embark on a scenic rafting trip down the Bow River.

Check out the amazing views along the Iceline trail in Yoho National Park

Itinerary

Under a canopy of stars, discover the wonders of the Canadian Rockies on this eight-day "Active Canadian Rockies Adventure". Designed for young adults and experienced trekkers, this challenging hiking trip starts and ends in Calgary, guiding you along the Crypt Lake and Iceline trails, through vast old-growth forests, and beside dazzling alpine lakes. Breathe in the crisp mountain air, camp under the open sky, and relish the thrill of summiting peaks. The unique highlight is the opportunity to fully immerse in the great outdoors, with every day tailored for both challenge and awe-inspiring natural beauty.

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.

Meal:Lunch and Dinner

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 3.0 hr

Included Activities:Bertha Lake Trail Duration : 4.5 hr Distance : 11 km, Red Rock Canyon Visit, Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

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.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Included Activities:Carthew Summit Trail Duration : 6.0 hr - 8.0 hr, Crypt Lake Trail Duration : 6.0 hr - 8.0 hr

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.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 3.5 hr

Included Activity:Ptarmigan Cirque Hike Duration : 1.5 hr - 2.0 hr

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.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Included Activity:Burstall Pass Hike Duration : 4.0 hr - 7.0 hr

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.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 0.75 hr - 1.0 hr Distance : 98 km

Included Activity:Scenic Raft on Bow River Duration : 1.0 hr

Optional Activities:Banff Gondola Ride to Sulphur Mountain If you'd like to stretch your legs and explore Sulphur Mountain on foot, you can opt to take a short hike around some of the historical sites. , Canoeing , Cycling Rent a bicycle to see a bit more of Banff. Be sure to be on the lookout for elk and deer on the trails.

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.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 1.0 hr - 2.0 hr, Private Vehicle Duration : 1.0 hr

Included Activity:Iceline Trail Hike Duration : 7.0 hr - 9.0 hr Distance : 14 km

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.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 0.75 hr - 1.0 hr Distance : 58 km

Included Activities:Fairview Mountain Hike Duration : 4.0 hr - 5.0 hr, Banff National Park Visit

day 8 - Lake Louise/Calgary

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

Meal:Breakfast

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 8.0 hr Distance : 250 km

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What's Included

Accommodation

Participation camping (7 nts).

Meals

7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
Note: Allow USD95-125 for meals not included.

Transport

Private vehicle, hiking.

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Included activities

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupTrip to Waterton National ParkHike along Bertha Lake trailVisit to Red Rock CanyonHike the Crypt Lake or Carthew Summit trailsHike the short but sweet Ptarmigan Cirque trailBurstall Pass trailBanff National Park visitClimb up Fairview MountainRafting trip down the Bow RiverWalk the Iceline trail in Yoho National ParkCamp out under the starsAll transfers between destinations

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