Service info​

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Type: Winter Private Guided Service

 

Duration: 2 nights / 3 days

 

Location

Access to multiple National and Provincial Parks of the Canadian Rockies. We guide in Banff National Park, Yoho National Park, Kootenay National Park, Jasper National Park, Waterton National Park, Glacier National Park and Mount Revelstoke National Park. We also guide within the vast Region of Kananaskis (grouping of multiple Alberta Provincial Parks) and some public land recreational areas.

 

Hiker’s profile

The itinerary will be built according to your hiker’s profile. The main focus can be on winter hiking, sightseeing, snowshoeing, canyon walking, etc. We will consider your interest and needs to make this adventure unique.

Note: The objective has to stay within the ACMG Hiking Guide’s Scope of Practice.

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Important: Having the right gear is key to safety in the mountains.

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View and download our comprehensive Equipment list for a day hike.

Service description

 

Our guide will take you in charge from day one; from exchanging emails to leading you on the terrain. He will create and send you a document with useful information including hiking/sightseeing options, equipment list and more. 

On the day of service, our guide will pick you up from your local accommodation and take you on a great journey. You will get briefed on the upcoming adventure and the guide will make sure you have everything needed for the day. Food and snacks will be provided for you.

Our leader will safely drive and guide you in the mountains and will assure a memorable experience. 

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Layout

• Pre-trip meeting with your guide the evening before the trip: a chance to meet, check equipment, go over the plan and sign waivers

• Next morning, pick-up at your accommodation in Banff, Canmore or Lake Louise (other locations can be accommodated by request)

• Scenic, interpretive drive to the trailhead

• Hike out to the hut, stopping for lunch, snacks and sights along the way

• Settle into the hut, unpack your sleeping gear and warm up by the fire

• Your guide will prepare all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during your stay

• Spend the next day exploring the region around the hut on snowshoes

• On the day of departure, pack up your belongings and hike back to the trailhead

• Your guide will drop you off at your accommodation

• Shake hands and say goodbye, until next time!

 

You can view our Payment and Cancellation Policy here.

Includes

   

✔ Pre-trip Personalized Planning

We'll get in touch with you in order to create your profile and start building your experience.  We'll discuss objectives, fitness level, personal interests and preferences. 

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✔ Professional Hiking Guide

 Our Hiking Guide has 14 years of experience in exploring the Canadian Rocky Mountains and some other parts of the continent. He is a certified Hiking Guide of the ACMG (Association of Canadian Mountain Guides). He is also a member of the IGA (Interpretive Guide Association) and an accredited Wilderness First Responder.

Complementary certifications: ACMG Hiking Guide Winter Travel, AST1 (Avalanche Safety Training Level 1)

 

Your guide speaks 3 languages: French, English and Spanish.

 

✔ All Meals While On Trail

We will provide healthy, nutritious options to keep you energized until the end of your adventure. Before your trip, we’ll ask for details about any allergies or dietary needs. Lunch and snacks are included on each hiking day. Food and drinks are not provided on transportation-only days.

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✔ Transportation 

Avoid the hassle of car rentals and winter driving! From the moment you land to the moment you leave, your guide takes care of the driving and shares their knowledge and stories of the area along the way. Sit back and soak up the picturesque scenery without missing a detail. You won't have to drive back at the end of the day; you might be "a bit" tired!